Cynthia Gardner, 86, has passed away, according to an obituary published August 1, 2020. In her twenties, she married Sam Steiger. They had three children, and while the marriage didn't last, they remained life-long friends. As Mrs. Steiger, she taught second grade at Washington School. She later married Hank Schrieber, who was an art professor at ASU. Hank started teaching at ASU in the early 1960s and brought a range of skills to the department. He taught ceramics, jewelry, design, glass blowing and lutherie at ASU for 13 years. As Mrs. Schrieber, Cynthia substitute taught at Prescott High School, sometimes taking over a classroom for the remainder of a year. After she and Hank grew in separate directions, in her seventies, Cynthia left and went to Mexico with her dear friend of many decades, John Favour. They shared a rare, close companionship and many happy times until John departed this earth. Cynthia moved back into her family home after that, where she lived independently until her last day.

Cynthia is survived by three children, a grandson, two granddaughters, a great-grandson, sister-in-law and nieces. Because of the COVID-19 situation, the family will not be holding services at this time. When the dust settles, a Celebration of Life will be planned. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Cynthia's name to Hungry Kids Project . Information provided by survivors. (Source: ASU Foundation)