Lucinda Merle Surdut, 60

NARRAGANSSETT, R.I. – Lucinda Merle Surdut, beloved wife, mother and sister, unexpectedly died last week. She is survived by her loving husband Dr. Scott Surdut, and children, Steven of Narragansett and Julia (and Nick Young) of Narragansett; sisters Susan L. Potter of Boulder, Colo., Carol Mercurio (and Paul) of N.Y., and brothers Daniel C. Potter (and Lucy) of Bedford, N.H. and William A. Potter (and Helle) of Denmark. Cindy was the daughter of the late Janet (Soban) Potter and Dr. Clinton Potter, and daughter-in-law of the late Albert and Roz Surdut.

A graduate of Classical High School, Bradford College and Boston University, she also held an RN degree from Newton-Wellesley Hospital School of Nursing. She was most recently working with her husband as the business manager of Cranston Eye Associates. She was an avid beach goer, reader, baker, and traveler. She enjoyed putting her green thumb to use in her flower and vegetable garden and picking fresh fruit. She always made ordinary occasions special. She drew people in with her caring nature, kindhearted spirit, love for life and love for family and friends.