Cynthia Renee McKenzie is a proud veteran of “The Few and The Proud,” the United States Marine Corps.
“The Lord allowed me to serve my country in the most prestigious capacity: six active-duty years and two inactive years in the U. S Marine Corps. I truly enjoyed my time in the Corps,” proclaimed Cynthia. “The experience afforded me unimaginable opportunities. Among them were traveling to Turkey and Norway, where I experienced the spectacular Northern Lights. Additionally, I gained longtime, true friendships.”
She is a Clarke County native and graduated from Quitman High School in 1991.
Over the years, she has volunteered and workedwith multiple organizations in the community.
“I serve on the board and assist with Quitman Youth Football, support my community with membership in the National Council of Negro Women of Clarke County, and fulfill several support roles in my church home, the Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church in the Rocky Community under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the leadership of Pastor Vincent Sinclair Hutton,” declared Cynthia.
She is also a mentor at Quitman School District.
Her family is one of the things she values the most.
“Among my highest and most valued blessings are my two wonderful children, Erick and Eyrica. I’m a delightful GranTe of RhyLeigh,” expressed Cynthia. “My parents are Washington McKenzie, Jr., the late Elizabeth Parker McKenzie, and my bonus mom, Alice Faye McKenzie.”
She stands firm in her beliefs.
“My philosophy is ‘Faith over fear because the two cannot abide in the same body’ based on Isaiah 41:10: ‘Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God: I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand,’” stated Cynthia.
