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Cheryl Walker Obituary
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville, with the Rev. Ralph Brandon officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery in Carterville. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living, to help the blind, 2135 W. Ramada Lane, Carbondale, IL 62901. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home.
Cheryl was born Dec. 21, 1959, in Herrin to Everett "Goose" and Nancy Ann (Smith) Walker.
She is survived by her sister, Vicki Lynn Walker of Cape Girardeau; aunts, Ellen Coffman, Jeanie Forrest, Peggy Hickman, Pat Warren, and Emma Davis; uncles, Jim Smith and Fred Walker; and special friend, Jim Johnson of Carterville.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.
She worked at Southern Illinois University Carbondale for more than 20 years as an administrative assistant.
Cheryl enjoyed reading, gardening, bowling, traveling and making crafts. She also enjoyed listening to a wide variety of music. Her favorite artist was Elvis.
To view this obituary and sign the guest register, visit www.rigginpillatschburkefh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Vitt
June 3, 2011
I've just learned of Cheryl's death and am sorry for your loss, Vicki, and that of your family. I worked with Cheryl when she was still in the Chemistry Dept at SIU and have many fond memories of her during that time.
Brad Noakes
May 30, 2011
Vicki,
I am very sorry for your loss. Like Kelly, I have many many great memories of Cheryl. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Elders Williams
May 30, 2011
Vicki
I am so sorry for your loss. I know what you are going through as we lost Sterling just two weeks ago. I have so many great memories of Cheryl she was so much fun to be around. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Amy White-Gayer
May 29, 2011
Prayers for strength and comfort for family.
James Vaughn
May 29, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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