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Sammy D. Cheek

Springfield, Illinois

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SPRINGFIELD - Sammy D. "Rick" Cheek, 62, of Springfield died at 2:55 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at River Birch Senior Living.

Rick was born August 10, 1947, in Springfield, to General Martin and Jewell Katherine Bush Cheek. His father preceded him in death in 2006.

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Sammy...AKA... Rick to his close friends, was my best friend in high school and also though basic training because we joined the Army together. I still think of you, Ricky, and some of the crazy things we did together, and John/ Joe and also Mike. Oh the times we had. I'll never forget them, nor will I ever forget you, Joe, or Mike. I love you guys...my Brothers.
'Buzz'

To Linda Jackson, could you please contact me at [email protected]

Ginger Cheek Gardiner

I am so saddened by this news...the loss will always be felt as a huge hole that will never be filled. I should have known that something was terribly wrong, in fact I did sense it because it had been so quiet all these months and the million emails I sent went unread...which really was unusual.

I met Sam when the General was having heart surgery all those years back and we were fast and solid friends ever since- a relationship that was cherished. I feel I know you so well Derick...

Dear Derrick & Amelia,

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. You and your family are in my heartfelt thoughts and prayers.

Best, Vicky Miller

Derrick,

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. You are in our heartfelt thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Best, Vicky Miller

Jewel, Derick, & Ginger, So sorry for your loss & wish I could have been there for the funeral. Bill & I are in Fl. visiting Meghann & Luke. We all send our Love and Prayers. May God bless you all with His strength. Aleda & Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Dear Jewell & Family - Just heard about Rick's passing and so saddened by your loss. What a great guy and friend. We'll see each other again, of this, I'm certain.