Cindy Rae Gardner, 65, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away January 29, 2024 at her home in North Platte. She was born October 20, 1958 in Denver, Colorado to Lawrence Gardner and Carol LaLond.
Cindy grew up in Denver. She was united in marriage to Mark Kraft. The couple lived in Venango, Nebraska. To this union a son Christopher Kraft was born. Then Cindy moved back to Colorado where she married Melvin Martens Sr. This this union a son Melvin Jr. was born. Cindy was a homemaker and took care of her children. She also worked for various restaurants and at a dog track. Cindy was in a relationship with Ricky Hopkins and two children were born, Matthew and Jamie. Daughter Tara was born from her relationship with Jim Sneddon. She enjoyed taking care of her plants and talking on the phone with her friends and family. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Christopher Kraft, Colorado, Melvin (Nikki) Martens Jr., North Platte, Matthew Martens, North Platte, Jamie Hopkins, Hastings, Tara Sneddon, Colorado; grandchildren, Krystal Kraft, Rylyn Kraft, Oliver Martens, Vada Martens, Frankie Martens, Alex Rouse, Ricky Rouse, Jamie Rouse, Samantha Rouse, Jimmy Sneddon, Ryder, Aaliyah, Kaylee, Jonathan; siblings, Mike McClain, South Carolina, Roger (Julie) McClain, Colorado, Larry Gardner, Colorado, Penny Padilla, Colorado, Tina Daniels, Wallace; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A memorial has been established in her name.
Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of assisting the family.