Cynthia McDaris' Obituary
Cynthia Ann “Cindy” McDaris, age 90, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 24, in Broken Arrow, with her loving son by her side.
Cindy was born on March 15, 1935, in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, as Guadalupe Vincenta Martinez, to Pablo and Bertha Martinez. She was raised in Osage County, a place she held close to her heart, and she never tired of sharing stories from her childhood there. Later in life, she legally changed her name to Cynthia Ann, a name that came to be known by all who loved her.
Cindy later married and became an integral part of a small contracting business that contributed to notable landmarks such as The Golden Driller and Casa Bonita—a point of pride she enjoyed sharing.
Known affectionately as the neighborhood mom, Cindy welcomed a house full of energetic boys she lovingly referred to as “the dirty half dozen.” Her home was a place of warmth, laughter, and unconditional care.
A gifted and passionate artist, Cindy found joy in creating beautiful works of art. She painted landscapes, flowers, and animals, and had a remarkable talent for finding beauty in the everyday—even turning the simple act of cutting onions into a work of art. Her family is deeply grateful to have these treasured paintings as lasting reminders of her creativity and spirit.
Cindy was preceded in death by her parents, Pablo and Bertha Martinez, and her siblings Sonny, Beto, Margaret, Phyllis, and Paul.
She is survived by her children, Elizabeth Miller of Tulsa, and Patrick McDaris and his wife, Jamey, of Broken Arrow; her grandchildren Megan Boyles of Tulsa, Jessica Allphin and her husband Alec of Tulsa, and Cate and Claire McDaris of Broken Arrow; and her great-grandson Ace, whose visits always brought her immense joy. She is also survived by her beloved sister, Linda Clowers.
Cindy had countless nieces and nephews, but she was especially close to her nephew Greg Thomas and niece Kathryn Martinez. Cindy played an integral role in their early years, and that love and kindness were returned ten-fold as Greg and Kathryn became tremendous sources of support and care for Cindy in her later years.
Services for Cindy will be held at Floral Haven on February 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Following the service, family and friends are invited to stay for a time of food, fellowship, and shared memories.
Cindy’s warmth, creativity, and storytelling spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
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