Cynthia Ann Crecelius
June 2, 1956 ~ September 12, 2025
Born in:
St. Charles, Missouri
Resided in:
Centertown, Missouri
Cynthia Ann Crecelius, 69, of Centertown, Missouri, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at her home.
She was born on June 2, 1956, in St. Charles, Missouri, the daughter of Vernon and Rosemary (Ziegemeier) Kottmann.
Cindy was a graduate from Duchesne High School in St. Charles.
Cindy owned and operated Gardens to Go in Jefferson City.
She was a master gardener, enjoyed doing crafts, fishing, being outdoors, walking in the woods and especially spending time with her family. She loved caring for animals.
Survivors include, Dervin Kruger; children, Cory (Jessica) Crecelius, Columbia, Katy Crecelius and husband Chris Gorham, St. Charles, BJ (Allison) Kruger, California and Ashley Kruger; five grandchildren, Adelyn and Emerson Crecelius, Calen, Colin and Carson Kruger; siblings, David (Pat) Kottmann, St Peters, Rachel (Dennis) Hundsdorfer, Greenville, Il, Susan (David) Vogt, Wentzville and Sarah McCoy, O’Fallon.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Gary Kottmann; and a nephew, Shawn Kottmann.
Visitation will be 12noon-2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City.
Memorials are suggested to Bond County Humane Society, Greenville Illinois or Special Olympics of Jefferson City.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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Visitation: Saturday, September 20, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Trimble Funeral Homes
3210 North Ten Mile Drive
Jefferson City, Missouri 65109
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Dervin,
So very sorry for the loss of Cindy! Sincere sympathies to you and Cindy’s family!
To the family of Cindy. I was a customer of Cindy’s at Gardens to Go. She was one of the most hard working women I know. Every Spring she would make our planters look amazing. She was quite the creator of beautiful planters. Her passion was noticeable. She always guided me and directed me in the right direction when I had questions about flowers I was planting on my own. I am saddened by the news of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. She will be missed. I will always remember her knowledge, hard work and beautiful creations.
you will be so very missed my friend. My memories of you will always be of your warmth and friendship. GOD Peed my friend
Cindy was absolutely a beautiful soul. She would always help my mom and I for years at Gardens to Go. Most recently she did all my pots at my home over the summer. I could always count on her always!!!! So incredibly talented with flowers, gardening, and landscaping. I will miss her, her shop, and her genuine love for my family ❤️
We only met Cindy a few times and honestly know little about her personal life but she gave us the most wonderful gift we could ever ask for…our daughter in law. Thank you for raising such an amazing beautiful person we will forever be grateful to you. Derv, Katy, Corey & Mike our hearts ache for all of you. We’re so sorry for your loss of such a beautiful sole 💔
I am so sorry to learn of Cindy’s passing. I so love Gardens to Go, especially this time of year! Cindy had such a special touch. May her memory always be a blessing to her family and friends.
I am a customer of Cindy’s at Gardens to Go. I was blown away by the news of her passing. Her little roadside-flower garden made a HUGE difference for so many of us that live in that area! Her beautiful creations of potted flower arrangements have been a part of every seasonal special occasion for me and my family for several years now. Cindy was so friendly and helpful and shared her heart & passion for the beauty of flowers. She worked so hard on that place – and through her hard work she made it easy for the rest of us to beautify our homes. She will surely be missed!!
We are neighbors of Derv and Cindy. I am shocked and saddened by her death. Back when I walked my dog on the road every day, she would stop and tell me ‘Hi!’ on her way out or in. I loved to go to Gardens to Go and buy my flowers and veggies. They even allowed us to bring our grandkids to see the goats and chickens they have as well as pick up walnuts. Cindy always had a smile for us when we saw her. Derv and family, keep in mind all the memories you made with her. May they bring you comfort.
Sincere sympathy to the family.
Patti Schmutzler
I am sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way.
Can’t believe this. Cindy was one of the sweetest. She knew her plants for sure. Fly high Cindy!
Merrilee says
September 20, 2025 at 11:33 pm
So very sorry to have heard the loss of Cindy. I kew her through her wonderful garden shop. I always looked forward to Spring so that I could get good advice and friendship from her. She will be so missed by so many people
Sorry to hear of your loss Dervin. You have my heartfelt sympathy.