Mrs. Cynthia Theresa (Cummings) Irish

NEW HARTFORD- Mrs. Cynthia Theresa (Cummings) Irish passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the age of 90 with her daughter by her side. Cynthia was born on September 27, 1932 to the late Dorothy Archer in Trinidad, West Indies. She was raised and educated in Trinidad and London where she learned Stenography. She then came to the United States where she received a Bachelor of Arts, and went on to receive her Master’s Degree in International Studies at Pace University. On January 28, 1961, Cynthia wed Wallace Irish, with whom she shared a loving and devoted union of over fifty years prior his passing on August 7, 2012. Cynthia first worked as a steno typist in the court system in Trinidad. She then went to London where she received her degree. They later relocated to the NYC area. She was hired by the United Nations, where she worked closely with the UN government. Through her 45 year career at the UN, she was proud to work closely with Kofi Annan. She retired but then went on to teach, earning her certification and going on to work in the New York City School System. She retired again at the age of 73, only due to illness. Cynthia was a proud member of the teachers union and enjoyed participating in their activities. She loved to ballroom dance, and along with her husband was involved in the Vulcan Society of New York City. She was a voracious reader right up until the end, particularly enjoying novels, especially Harry Potter. Cynthia’s family remembers her as fabulous, determined, strong-minded, tenacious, and strong-willed. She was an excellent teacher, especially with her beloved grandchildren. She taught all of her grandchildren the gift of reading, and all by the age of 4. Cynthia was of the Catholic Faith. Cynthia is survived by her beloved daughter, Kathy-Ann Irish-Benjamin, MD; her grandchildren, Tara-Marie Benjamin, Nijol Benjamin, and Nathan Benjamin; and her sister, Wilma Gill. She is also survived by her dear friend Jocelyn Hacket. She was predeceased by her brother, Lloyd Gill; and her mother, Dorothy Archer. Cynthia’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at the Hearth at GreenPoint for their care and compassion, the staff at Upstate Medical Center, and the staff at the Abraham House for doing their best to keep her comfortable in her last days. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 30, 2023 from 1:00-1:30 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Cynthia’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation.

Mrs. Cynthia Theresa (Cummings) Irish

September 27, 1932 - January 19, 2023