Cherie Livingston Obituary

Cherie Spillman Livingston, 56, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family, after her brief, but courageous battle with cancer on April 20, 2018. She was born January 14, 1962, the eldest of three children, to Carl "Roy" and Mary Spillman in New Orleans, Louisiana. She married her late husband of 24 years, Tom Livingston on August 1, 1986. She is survived by her children Jennifer Livingston, Laura Livingston, RuthAnn and Rodney Martin, Shawnarie and Dave Waltman, Brandi Small, and Benjamin Livingston, grandchildren Isabella Livingston, Haleigh-Marie Lopez, Jade Price, Gabrielle Martin, Evad Waltman, Damon Waltman, Alia Waltman, and Alena Livingston, parents Carl and Mary Spillman, brother and his wife Chuck and Hillary Spillman, sister and fiancée Dara Spillman and Michael Hutches, sister Kathy Pate, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her spouse William Thomas Livingston, brother Franklin Lee Spillman, and in-laws Robert Thomas and Dorothy Smith Livingston. The memorial service will be held 2pm on May 20, 2018 at the Zachary Seventh-Day Adventist Church located at 20025 Old Scenic Hwy, Zachary, LA 70791. Celebration of life reception to follow (information will be provided at service). Memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be made to either: Gaitway Therapeutic Horsemanship, 1300 Lawrence Parkway, St Gabriel, LA 70776 or Hospice of Greater Baton Rouge, 3600 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 24 to May 20, 2018.
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Hello, i do not know you or your family. I just read your mothers journal writings on Quora. What an inspiration to this world to find such a blessing this Easter morning! May you find peace until your see your sweet mother, father , grandparents again!

M. Brankovich

April 9, 2023

Rest In Peace, beautiful lady.

Anissa

September 18, 2021

I didn't know Cherie, but I stumbled across her Quora account today. Her children and grandchildren should know she spent the last days of her life (as little as 15 days before she passed away) writing about her journey. She originally started her story about her late husband, your dad and Grandad. Then, she began hers. If you've already seen this, I apologize for opening old wounds. https://qr.ae/TWG9ga

Charlie Bayer

Student

June 3, 2019

I miss her more each day. I never thought we would lose her so soon. So much time wasted and lost.

May 21, 2018

May 20, 2018

So very sorry for the loss of your loved one.May our God bring you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow.Know that she is in his memory awaiting the time of rejoicing and union with family and friends.

C S

May 13, 2018

I grew up by Cherie years ago. My heart skipped a beat when I just saw this. I had no idea she was sick. She was so sweet and cheerful. A very loving person to know. Praying for the family.
Terri Reese

Terri Reese

April 30, 2018

Blessings on the wind.

Julia Howell Cortelli

April 29, 2018

Cherie was a ray of sunshine. I will never forget her
greeting us all those days at McMaines. Prayers for all her family!

Paula Moreau

April 25, 2018

I grew up across the street from Cherie in Donwood subdivision..we were like 8 years old......I re-connected with her after 40 years on facebook and inboxed her about a birthday party she had....I told her I had broken one of her gifts messing with it and didn't tell her....she said "Has that been bothering you all these years?"...let that go! That seems to be the kind of person she turned out to be and I've learned so much from her throughout her illness....gracious....humble....my prayers are with all of you....

suzy halley kleinpeter

April 24, 2018

Cherie was such a loving person and loved by many. Even though we hadn't talked for years, she was such a great help to me during my divorce. It was like no time was lost and we picked up right where we left off. Her strength is everlasting.

Continuing prayers for the family.

Richard Harris

April 24, 2018

My love and prayers for all of your family and friends. Cherie was a wonderful friend always being an encouragement. Her light in the world will be so missed. I look forward to seeing her again one day in Heaven. May the Lord comfort and bless you in the days ahead.
Rest in Peace, Cherie.

Lea Anne Schroeder

April 24, 2018

Mary, Carl and family,
I am so sorry and sadden to hear of Cherie's passing. I will remember all of you in my prayers. God bless all of you.

Glenda Boudreaux

April 24, 2018

I will forever adore you and hold close to my heart your love and deepest thoughts we shared. Miss you!

D Henley

April 24, 2018

JENNIFER, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS. MAY YOUR MOTHER REST IN PEACE.

April 24, 2018

Most artistic talented lady who could always see the beauty of life.inredible family

Jack Gremillion

April 24, 2018

I have been so very blessed to have you in my life. I am so thankful that you showed me such a wonderful example of motherhood, being a classy and intelligent woman, and a loyal wife and friend. I will miss all of our talks where you always listened and made me feel heard. You always validated my feelings, were never scared to tell me what I might not want to hear, and loved me through all of my faults. You are the best Momma Bear!

I will honor your memory by living each day to its fullest. I will wake up every morning and try to make the best of everyday. I will find something that makes me happy daily because I can hear your words, "You only have one life! Do what makes you happy!"

I am praying for peace and comfort to my siblings Jennifer, RuthAnn, Laura, and Micah. I love and respect each of you so much. I'm praying for peace and comfort for Nanny and all the grandchildren and all of the family and friends grieving. Extra big hugs to each of you.

I love you Mom! I hope you and Daddy are enjoying the view on the beach flying high!❤❤❤

Shawnarie Lundy

April 24, 2018

Jen and family,
I am so blessed to have had Cherie as a very dear friend. I know there is a void there that will never be filled. I am also blessed to have been able to sit in her home and watch this wonderful family take such good care of her. I miss her so much but she is our angel in heaven watching over us, pain free. May God's grace give you peace and comfort. She loved all of y'all so much and cherished each of you. Hugs to you all, see you soon Jen.

Mary Bachman

April 24, 2018

I know you are in heaven with all your family that went before you.
Just as with Frank I will miss you every day and think of you all through the day. I love you, your mother.

Mary Spillman

April 24, 2018

I have been reading your story on Quora.
I am sure you are united with your husband now.

Love from Brazil

Rafael Villalon Huisman

Acquaintance

April 23, 2018

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