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CHERRYL DICKINSON Obituary

Published by Bliley's Funeral Home - Chippenham on Jan. 7, 2011.

DICKINSON, Cherryl Bates, 63, left this life Sunday morning January 2, 2011 after a long battle with early onset alzheimers. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Richmond, Va. She was born August 14, 1947 in El Paso, Texas to Woodrow and Lola Bates. Cherryl spent the majority of her vibrant adult life in Houston, Texas with her adoring husband, Dr. Terry D. Dickinson. Cherryl loved life and wore a smile, wherever she went. She was a marvelous dancer and a passionate, advocate for organic food and healthy living. Her beauty, enthusiasm and energy were an inspiration to all who knew her. She is survived by her husband. Terry Dickinson daughter and son-in-law, Leah and David Muhlenfeld; stepson, Kevin Dickinson; stepson and daughter-in-law, Blake and Kim Dickinson; grandchildren, Lola and Oliver Muhlenfeld, Grant and Meredith Dickinson; brother, Troy Bates and her niece and nephew, Tracy Bates Westphal and Jason Bates. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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January 17, 2011

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January 11, 2011

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January 9, 2011

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January 17, 2011

Terry,
Frank and I send our sympathy and love to you and your family. We were sadedened to hear that Cheryl has left this earth. She left so many happy memories for us with her beauty and spirit. She will always be remembered with kindness. We pray for yu and your family as you grieve her loss.
Frank and Sara Eggleston

January 11, 2011

Terry, Troy, and Family,

Your loss of Cherryl is a temporary separation. We are grateful for her goodness as a wife and mother.

Our Heavenly Father is glad to have her back with him as she is relieved from her earthly body for a season.

Gain strength with the happy memories you have of her.

Chuck and Pat Firmwalt

Steve Blaising

January 9, 2011

Terry,
Judy and I extend out deepest sympathy to you and all of your family over this great loss. Our love and prayers stay with you.

Floy Ana Roe-Lane

January 9, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Cherryl.
We were cheerleaders together in college. I will always remember her wonderful personality. I have so many happy memories of our friendship.
She is in my prayers. Floy Ana Roe Lane

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Rudy Villareal

January 8, 2011

My little buddy. Cherryl will always live on in my heart. The sweetheart of our rodeo. God Bless.

Rudy Villareal

January 8, 2011

My little buddy. Cherryl will always live in my heart. The sweetheart of the rodeo. God Bless.

Rita Rotolante Ringshall

January 8, 2011

Troy,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rita Rotolante and Jan Bombach Bernard

Jan Keezel

January 7, 2011

Terry, Leah, Gary, Diane and all loved ones,

We know this is such a sad time for you. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you.

Love,
Jan and Roy Keezel

Kinsey Thomas

January 7, 2011

Leah and family, our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. You all and she are in our prayers.

January 7, 2011

I only knew Cherryl for a short time. She was very sweet and will be missed. May she rest in peace and may her family and friends find solace in the Lord's blessings.

Darryl Hunt

January 7, 2011

I remember Cheryl so well from high school. She was a sweet and genuine person. My deepest sympathies to Troy and all her family.

Elisa Southern

January 7, 2011

I am saddened to know about your family's painful loss. I remember beautiful Cheryl in our Tri Delta days at Texas Western College. My very deepest sympathy to Troy and her beloved family. Elisa Licona Southern

Tony Flores

January 7, 2011

Cherryl, you were a bright spot in the hearts of a lot of folks...so much so that news of your departure spread quickly through our little AHS community. Your last cheer leading gig at our '85 AHS reunion evoked fond memories of your bubbly personality. We'll miss you terribly, Miss C.
RIP.

Michael Gouch

January 7, 2011

Cherryl and I became buds at Austin High School during the 60s a true sweetheart and Loved by everyone. A wonderful person kind to all and always so positive, this world will miss her sorely. God bless Cherryl and her family.

Kelley Webb

January 7, 2011

I have not seen Cherryl since Austin High school.I will never forget that wonderful smile and great personality.Glad to hear she never quit dancing. She loved being in modern dance in high school were she was also a cheerleader.My prayers and thoughts are with the Dickinson family and the Bates family.She was a good friend and I am proud to say she was my friend,

January 7, 2011

Terry, I stand with you mourning the loss of your beloved Cherryl and will hold you and family in my heart this weekend. God has both closed and opened life chapters at the same moment......my wish is for your strength to proudly endure, your healing to peacefully continue and the love of loyal friends touch your tender heart in a mighty way. Sincerely, Joe Cress Wise RAM

Barbie Adams

January 6, 2011

Oh, Terry and Troy,
I am so so sorry for your long good-by and loss. I picture Cherryl's face with her lovely smile accompanied by her tinkling laugh. I know she has found the laughter again. I feel lucky to have been her friend.
I send love, blessings and peace to you and your families from a heavy heart.

January 6, 2011

Cherryl and Troy were the first friends I had in El Paso and I will always remember Cherryl as that pretty little girl. Lost track of her then saw her in the 60's all grown up , what a delight. A beautiful person and gentle soul. God BlessYou Cherryl.

Cecil Ming Chickasha OK

Mary Lou Roberts(Dierikx)

January 6, 2011

I went to school with Cherryl at Rusk and Bassett Jr, High. I lived on Van Buren . I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a wonderful person, and made many friends.

Mary Lou Roberts

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