Cynthia Hill Dove

Seabrook - Cynthia Hill Dove, 89, of Seabrook, and Meriden, Connecticut, died peacefully in her sleep on December 27th, 2023. She was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts on August 20th, 1934 to Taimi Bunshaft (née Hill) and Norman Bunshaft. Cynthia attended Haverhill High School and went on to graduate from Northeastern University with a degree in journalism in 1957. She worked as a Technical Editor and an English Teacher. In her later years, she worked as a substitute teacher for Seabrook Public Schools. Cynthia was an avid golfer with a deep appreciation for arts and literature and loved philosophical and political discussion. She was a passionate advocate for continuing education and women’s empowerment. She loved living in coastal New Hampshire, walking, and observing wildlife on the marshes. Cynthia was also a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast. She is remembered fondly for her kindness, her witty sense of humor (often referring to herself as a “character”), and her love of bright red lipstick and a good polo shirt. Cynthia was predeceased by her husband, David Dove, her sister, Barbara Servetnick, and her husband John Servetnick, her sister Virginia Ricker, her beloved nephew Mark Servetnick, and her adored cats, Thomasina, Mercedes, and Benzie. While Cynthia never had any children of her own, she was seen as a mother and grandmother by many of her loved ones and was affectionately referred to as “Auntie Dove”. She is survived by her nieces, Cynthia Servetnick, Mary Servetnick, and Jennifer Dué, and her nephews Jonathan Ricker, and Jimmy Ricker. She is also survived by her great-nieces Rosanna Servetnick and Juliana Servetnick, and their partners, Richard Hull and Joshua Hinostroza. In addition, Cynthia leaves behind her cherished friends, Janet Mahoney and Penny Jacquin. A visiting hour will be held from 1-2 PM on Saturday, January 6th, 2024 with a brief prayer service to conclude at 2 PM in the funeral home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Cynthia’s memory to the Coastal Conservation Association of New Hampshire by clicking here and would be greatly appreciated.

Cynthia Hill Dove

August 20, 1934 - December 27, 2023