Cindy Lee Shields-Koponen, 46

Cindy Lee Shields-Koponen, 46, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 13, 2010, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Cindy was born in Oroville, Calif., on Jan. 22, 1964, to Clinton and Alma (Albright) Shields. She moved to Montana at the age of 3. Growing up, she enjoyed pestering her older sisters, skiing, camping and everything outdoors. She graduated from Whitefish High School in 1983. She gave birth to her daughter, Christina Shields, in 1985. She married Kevin Koponen on July 26, 2008. Cindy was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister. We all loved her very much and will miss her lots. She was looking forward to being a first-time grandma in March. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her daughter and husband. She also loved playing with her dog Milo and granddog Kodi. Cindy is survived by her husband, Kevin Koponen; daughter, Christina Shields; her parents, Clinton and Alma Shields; and her sisters, Pam and husband Cliff Christensen, and Terri and husband Todd Dowen, all of Kalispell. Her nephew, Michael Christensen, of Kalispell; niece, Amanda, and husband, Chris Burkhart, of Texas; and best friend, Jodie McIntyre, also survive her. She also leaves behind her pet son Milo and granddog Kodie; as well as, many adopted kids and friends. Cindy s grandparents and her uncle Leland preceded her in death. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 19, at Our Savior s Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an account at Park Side Federal Credit Union. Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is assisting the family.