Cindy Elizabeth Lay

Cindy Elizabeth Lay, born August 11, 1963, passed away on November 8, 2026.

Cindy moved through life with a spark that was unmistakably her own. She was sassy, feisty, and a flirt, someone who never met a stranger and who welcomed both people and animals with an open heart. She loved her strays in every sense of the word, extending care and affection freely and fully. Those who knew her will remember a woman who loved with all of her heart and who was, above all, a devoted mother.

She worked as a cook at small diners, bringing her time, energy, and presence to the everyday places where people gather and share a meal. Outside of work, Cindy found joy in the things that made her smile most. She loved playing BINGO, going to Derby City Casino, and trying her luck with the Kentucky Lottery. She also loved a good nap, a simple pleasure that suited her honest and spirited way of living.

Of all the things Cindy treasured, her proudest accomplishment was her family. That love stood at the center of her life and shaped the way she gave of herself to those around her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Joanne Collins; father, Gary Ransdell, Sr.; siblings, Ray Martin, Diana Martin, Gary Ransdell, Jr., and Tony Deutsch and bonus daughter, Kristy McGrath.

Cindy is survived by her children, Marie (Jerry) Snider, Shannon (Dean) Allen, Nancy "Tooter" (Tony) Stinson, Richard (Brandy) Wigginton, William Harris, Winter Lay, Emily "Shyannee" (Michael) Caswell, Donald "Bubba" Bruederle, III; bonus children, Chad Bruederle and Ashley Pierce; life partner, Donald "Goose" Bruederle, II; grandchildren, Steven, Dakota, Austin, Brian (Allison), Blaze, Haeliegh, Dalton, Abbie, Xavier, Brandon, Elena; a  slew of great-grandchildren; her little bestie Kaison and siblings, Ellen Nuckles, Donna Deutsch, Sarah Martin, Ruthie Gathof, Missy Harp, Rhonda Wilson, William "Benny" Lucey.

Visitation will be held on November 19, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, Southwest Louisville, 10304 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40272. A memorial service will be held there the same day at 6:00 p.m.

Cindy Elizabeth Lay will be remembered for her bold spirit, her warm and welcoming nature, and the wholehearted love she gave so freely.