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Cherryl Forte' Obituary
Passed away in her home in Oxford, Ohio, on January 22, 2022, at age 73, surrounded by her family. She was born to Hugh and Leda Beth (Ewing) Wilhoyte in Oklahoma City in 1948, and earned bachelor's and master's degrees from
Oklahoma State. She succeeded in international sales with Coleman/Sierra Mfg., and with her husband, Toby, built and operated thriving businesses in high end cattle breeding (Wild Oak Farms in Arkansas); cell site acquisition (in sixteen states over ten years); and bed and breakfast operations (Sycamore Farms Country Inn in Oxford). Cherryl never met a stranger. She and Toby lived her last 8 years on legacy property in her family for over 100 years. She is survived by husband Toby, daughter Lisa Marceaux (Tim Simpson), grandchildren Andrea Sprott (Nick) and Brannon Edgar (Tatiana), great-grandchildren Aiden Erickson, Ashton Sprott and Abigail
Edgar and brother-in-law Robin Forte' (Christy). The family
also wishes to thank the Krause family (Nathan and Stacie, Lauren, Leah, Lexi and Lacey) for their love and support.
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John Bolton
October 6, 2022
After moving from Florida back to Arkansas...I just learned of Cheryl´s passing. She was a good friend for 30 years. May she sit at the right side of the Lord thru eternity. John Bolton
479.392.0710 cell/text
Shari Jeffy Burks
May 4, 2022
So very sorry for your loss.
Judy, Steve and Francesca
April 3, 2022
I knew something was wrong when I didn't hear back from Cherryl in December. Today, my husband and I were talking about Cherryl and Toby and I saw about Cherryl's passing. Instant tears. We are completely devastated and send our deepest, most heartfelt prayers and condolences to Toby and family. Cherryl was TRULY an angel on this earth. She opened her heart and home to strangers in her famous B&B, known for its beautiful and serene views, perfectly designed and decorated home, gorgeous suites, and delicious, homemade meals. It was truly a home away from home to many families and students. When you met Cherryl...you were blessed to become "her" friend for life. I know many hearts are aching over the loss of such an extraordinary woman who was the best of everything in this life. The world is left a lesser place without her in it and I am so terribly saddened. I know she is resting and in peace in heaven...and is probably whipping up some fabulous recipe for everyone up there. Cherryl...thank you for being YOU...for all the support, love and kindness you showed to our family and everyone you met. Our deepest sympathies to you, Toby, and family. She will continue to live on in our beautiful memories, until we meet again....sending all our love...XOXO
Bitsy Sinex
January 27, 2022
I´ve never met anyone, with the exception of Cheryl, who instantly felt like a friend. You felt accepted and loved from the first day. I only wish we had lived closer together. I enjoyed every minute that I spent with Cherryl. Hugs and prayers to Toby and Lisa and her entire family. We lost a fabulous lady this week!
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