Cheryl Doster Meyer

August 25, 1957 - September 7, 2018

Chapel Hill

It is with great sadness that the family of Cheryl Doster Meyer announces her passing after a lengthy struggle with breast cancer, on Friday, September 7, 2018, at the age of 61 years. Cheryl will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 32 years, Andrew Meyer, her son Jeffrey Meyer of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, her stepchildren Jon and his wife Ginny Meyer of Raleigh and Kim Meyer of Chapel Hill, and her grandchildren, David and Nicholas Meyer of Raleigh. Cheryl was the daughter of Paul Doster (deceased) and Sarah Doster of Charlotte. Cheryl will be lovingly remembered by her four siblings, Patricia Murphy of Raleigh, Paul Lester Doster, Jr. of Charlotte, Kay Kirby of Chapel Hill, and Ruth Hills of Rutherfordton.

Cheryl Meyer was a graduate of Queens College of Charlotte and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She worked as a nurse for many years at Duke University. Cheryl was a kind, compassionate, generous person. She contributed her time to many charitable organizations in the community, including the Chapel Hill Service League and Meals on Wheels. She played competitive tennis, was a master gardener, loved to read, and was a gourmet cook. One of the highlights of her athletic career was biking the entire length of the Blue Ridge Parkway. She sadly passed away at too young an age and will be missed by all who knew her.

A memorial and celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, October 4th at 2:00 PM, followed by a reception at the Doris Duke Center in Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Durham, NC. Please inform the family if you plan to attend.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Duke Cancer Institute Breast Cancers Fund.

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Published by The News and Observer on Sep. 13, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Cheryl Meyer

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Elizabeth Wyngaarden

October 5, 2018

Cheryl and I were friends through tennis and I enjoyed playing indoor with her not against her, haha. She was rated higher than me and was so gracious and supportive when I made an error. Her smile is what I will miss the most because she was rarely without it no matter the situation. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Joanne Held

October 4, 2018

Andy and Jeff, So sad for your loss. I will so miss her generous, kind and welcoming spirit. She was my first good friend upon moving to NC - both on and off the tennis court. She's a beautiful woman both inside and out. Praying for you to find peace and strength during this difficult time.

Kinga Vereczkey

October 3, 2018

I am very sorry for your loss, Andy. Those we love, don't go away, and Cheryl will live on in my memories forever.

Doug & Juanita Sedotti

October 1, 2018

A great spirit has been taken from us, and we are much the lesser for it. Her love for Andy and Jeff was boundless. Our very heavy hearts are with your family.

Caswell Patmore

September 27, 2018

Dear Andy and Jeff, am so very sorry for your loss. It was an honor and a pleasure to know Cheryl. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Gayle Evans

September 17, 2018

I was saddened to hear that Cheryl passed away. She was a wonderful tennis partner and I was always glad to see her face in the stands at UNC tennis matches. I am ever grateful to her for helping me get involved with Meals on Wheels. She will be missed.

Katie Sanders

September 17, 2018

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. She will be sorely missed.

September 16, 2018

The Dosters lived down the street from us growing up. I am so sorry to hear of Cheryl's passing. My heart goes out to all the Dosters! Peace and love to you all! Kim Fox

Cindi Caddell

September 16, 2018

Holding a good thought for Cheryl's family. So sorry for your loss.
Cindi & Kevin Caddell

Georgia Bondranko Johnson

September 16, 2018

My thoughts and prayers to Cheryl's family. I knew her from Providence Methodist in Charlotte as well as McClintock Jr High and East Mecklenburg High. She was so sweet and caring. May you find peace in your memories.

Kay Richardson

September 15, 2018

Cheryl was just a super nice person, always with a ready smile and always positive. I will forever remember sitting behind her in the stands at Family Circle Cup and the sun shining on her beautiful red hair.

September 15, 2018

We feel lucky to have known Cheryl these last three decades. Her beautiful red hair, big smile, and good humor are etched into our minds. It was great when she visited, and we went to the beach, out to dinner, etc. Cheryl made the best Silver Palette Chicken Marbella ever when we visited her! She died too young and will be missed. Cheryl fought cancer with grace and dignity. We hope to keep her memory alive. Laura and Richard B.

September 14, 2018

I will always remember Cheryl and smile. I was always so glad when Cheryl was my partner on the tennis court and so worried when she was my opponent!

We will miss her.

-Wendy Phillips

Christmas and Cheri and Andy's house 12/25/1993

Pat Murphy

September 14, 2018

Cheri (her childhood nickname) was one of 5 children. She and Andy hosted the Meyer and Doster families for Christmas in 1999. She was always a generous hostess and enjoyed enteraining. We will cherish our memories of special times spent together. I was amazed by her strength and grace during her long fight with cancer. I will miss her forever.

Maria and Jessica

September 13, 2018

Cheryl will be living in our hearts and memories , we met her a strong , outgoing and beautiful, she will be remembered that way in our household.

My mother cleaned her home and she made my mom always feel comfortable, welcomed , appreciated. Cheryl always helped my mom with anything she felt she could. She gave me advice in life I will always keep. We will miss her deeply and only time will heal the empty feeling.

Our deepest condolences for her husband and family. We believe God has a plan and we will continue to pray that God heals those hearts who are missing her ❤

Pam Davis

September 13, 2018

She was a delightful person both on the tennis court and off. She will be missed by all who knew her. My sincerest condolences to the family.

September 9, 2018

Grief can be so hard with the loss of a dear loved one, but your special memories of Cheryl can help you cope. May those memories bring your family some comfort and prayer strengthen you as our Heavenly Father gives you the courage to endure in the days ahead. Please take care

September 9, 2018

Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.

September 9, 2018

My Sincerest condolences for your loss. May precious memories of your dear loved one, along with encouraging words such as those found at John 11: 25 & 26 be of comfort to your family as it has me.

September 9, 2018

Please take comfort in the fact that God will make you firmand He will make you strong. He will ground you, at this time of sorrow. May the God of hope be with you.
1 Peter 5:10

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