She was born on July 3, 1949, in Morrison, the daughter of Frank and Addie Mae (Elliott) Gorzney. She married Paul Engelkens on July 8, 1967, in Malvern. He died on October 10, 2025. Cindy had worked in the past at Vendo-Mac, the Ice Box, and in-housekeeping at the former Good Samaritan Nursing Home, Prophetstown. She was an active grandmother, supporting her grandchildren and attending their activities and sporting events. She loved her flower garden and bird watching.
Survivors include her daughter, Ann (Rob) Klein of Durand; daughter-in-law, Cathy Shipp of Sterling; four grandchildren: Ben Engelkens, Liz Engelkens, Brock Klein, and Brett Klein; brother, Walter (Sandi) Gorzney of Morrison; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and son, Al Engelkens.
Visitation was on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. The funeral followed, with the Reverend Dalmus Meeks officiating. Burial will conclude at Grove Hill Cemetery, Morrison.
Memorials may be given in her memory to Rock River Hospice & Home.
