Cynthia “Nan” Schiavo, 80, of Kerrville, Texas, died peacefully at home on April 27, 2026 in Kerrville, Texas. She was born in Uvalde, Texas, to Ernest L. and Verda Mae Guedin on January 15, 1946. She married J. Stephen Schiavo on June 1, 1968, in San Antonio, Texas.
Nan grew up in Taft, Texas, and attended Taft High School, later graduating from Trinity University in San Antonio.
Nan worked throughout her life as an advocate for children’s and women’s rights, primarily as a lobbyist with the American Academy of Pediatrics in Washington, D.C., where she worked to improve national child and women’s health policies.
After returning to Texas, she worked at Kerrville State Hospital in Volunteer Services and later at the Dietert Senior Center in the Meals on Wheels program.
Always an avid volunteer, Nan gave her time to many causes, from Hopes Kitchen to playing bells at church. She was a past president of the Kerr County Women’s Chamber, a member of the League of Women Voters, a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church, and a proud, outspoken Democrat.
Nan is survived by her daughter, Christi L. Schiavo Williams (Mark), of Charlotte, North Carolina; her sister, Beth G. Zimmerman, of Kerrville, Texas; and her beloved companion, Ringo.
A memorial service to be held at a later date in her hometown of Taft, Texas.
Memorial contributions may be made to The League of Women Voters.
The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to Diana Reaves, Jerri Skrumeda, and Peterson Hospice for their care and support.