Cindy Leigh Genevro

Cindy Leigh Genevro, 66, of Gibsonia, formerly of Emporium, PA, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at AHN Wexford.

Born October 25, 1959 in St. Marys, PA, she was a daughter of the late William and Joanne Nellis Austin. Cindy was a small business owner early on, working at her shop “Papa Grasshopper”. In her later years, she worked as a lunch room monitor and crossing guard, and was a faithful member of Victory Family Church.

Eight years ago, Cindy was diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer. Her doctors told her there wasn’t much they could do. Cindy did not accept that, displaying tremendous strength, faith and courage, she achieved remission until 2025. Throughout Cindy’s battle, she fought with such determination and grace, inspiring everyone in with whom she came in contact. She touched so many lives with her radiant smile. In spite of the challenges of her illness, she remained a beacon of hope and inspiration to all her knew her. Cindy’s selflessness, generosity, and legacy of love knew no bounds and will be cherished by all who had the privilege of sharing in her journey. As a nurse, I will honor my mom through my love and dedication to my patients as I had for her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her and her strength will come to inspire generations to come.

In addition to her parents, Cindy was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” Genevro; brother, Timothy Austin; and good friend, Jerry Moate.

She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Alayna Genevro; brothers, Scott and Mike Austin; sisters, Lisa Augustine, Sue Jordan, Heather Johnson, Ashley Austin, Jennifer Austin, and Julie Smoker; along with numerous nieces and nephews, and her beloved mini dachshund, Gucci.

Friends will be received during a Celebration of Cindy’s Life, Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the VFW, Emporium, PA. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, please bring a dish to pass along and a favorite memory of my mom.

I would like to send a special thank you to Randy and Bev Cirelli, Jared Cirelli, and Caleb and Abbey Cirelli for always being a glimpse of Jesus’ love during the hardest season of mine and my mom’s life.

Cindy is now pain free and resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.