Johanna Martha Cheshire

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Johanna Cheshire Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Johanna Martha Cheshire, 81, passed away peacefully in her home Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008.
Johanna was born in Koeln, Germany, on March 3, 1927. She was married to her soul mate for 26 years, and then reunited with her husband, Bill, 34 years later.
Johanna was a strong, independent, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her life evolved around her family. She enjoyed being a part of all of her children and grandchildren's milestones and cherished every moment. She loved shopping, puzzle games, bingo and watching football. She challenged her friends in daily bingo outings followed by lunch.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William M. Cheshire, and son, Billy D. Cheshire.
She is survived by her loving children, John M. Cheshire of Newport News, Cora Jean Jarrett and husband, Ken, of York County, Sherrie Cheshire Bollhorst and husband, Jason, of Carrollton; as well as her loving grandchildren, Terri Radford, Vickie Carroll, Connie Short, Chuck Jarrett, Jamie Cheshire, Kara Cheshire, Caitlin Bollhorst, Madison Bollhorst, and Sydney Bollhorst; as well as many great-great grandchildren and other extended family and friends.
The visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The graveside service will be private.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of memorial donations to the American Heart Association at www.americanheart.org.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 30, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Johanna Cheshire

9 Entries

Sherrie Cheshire-Bollhorst

October 23, 2008

Our mother and grandmother was the most special person in world to us. She WAS my hero in so many ways. Her zest for life and strong personality will leave our family a lifelong host of cherished memories. Her love for her family particularly my father, Bill, is her legacy with me and my children. My siblings and I are blessed to have had her as our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother for so many years. She taught me many things while growing up, but the most important life lesson was to believe in yourself and let nobody tell you that you were unable to do anything in life. I will continue to pass on her culture and traditions to my children as they are inherent to who we are and who we will become! With love now, forever and into eternity - rest in peace Mom!!!

The Morgan Family

October 6, 2008

Jo was a special and unique lady. She had a zest for life and she lived each day to the fullest. Her family and friends had a special place in her heart. With her passing, she will now have a forever place in their hearts. Remember the good times and forget the bad. Cherish each memory you hold, and remember she will live on through those thoughts.

Pat Thomas

October 1, 2008

Dear Jeannie and Cheshire Family,

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the wonderful slide show dedicated to your mom. She touched so many lifes and will surely be missed by all.

You were all so blessed to have such a wonderful mom and supportive grandmother, not to forget, she was the surrogate grandmother for the York Baseball players.

May your cherished memories comfort you during this sad time.

Pat, a C.N.A for Health Services

September 30, 2008

Dear family and friends:
I offer my deep condolences to you all. May the God of undeserved kindness sustain you in these times under his watchful care.

Kirk Wilkerson

September 30, 2008

Sherrie and Family:
I am saddened to hear of your mother's passing. I pray that God wil comfort you and provide you with peace during your time of sorrow.

Kirk Wilkerson
DHS '85

Terri Radford

September 30, 2008

Sherrie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, for I know that words sometimes does not bring the comfort we are looking for. However; God makes no mistakes, I miss my Mom more than words can explain, and your words of comfort came through a scripture that you shared with me and Vicki so I would like to share one with you. Cor. 1:4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. Know that all of you are in our prayers.

Patti & Gary Alderman

September 30, 2008

Jeannie & family:
Such a pleasure to have met your mother! I know you all will miss her, but realize that her place now is with your Dad. God bless you all!

Wendy Kurnas

September 30, 2008

Jeannie and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. May God bless you all.

Jack Lucas

September 30, 2008

Jeanne,
I'm sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and Kenny and the family.

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