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Marlin Cherry Obituary
1929-2022
Dr. Marlin O. Cherry, 93, of Spring, TX went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 16, 2022. He was born on January 22, 1929 in Dierks, AR where he was also raised, and he graduated from Dierks High School in 1947. A lifelong educator, Dr. Cherry received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Stephen F. Austin University in 1952, a Masters of Education Degree from Stephen F. Austin University in 1960, and a Doctor of Education Degree from the University of Houston in 1978. Marlin was a Korean War veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954.
Dr. Cherry spent the majority of his years in education at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, TX. He started at the college in 1961, the year of its inception, as a biology teacher and he remained at the college until 1995, at which time he was the Provost and Vice-Chancellor of Instruction.
Dr. Cherry was a Mason for over 70 years and was active in his church and community. He resided in Deer Park, TX for over 30 years with his family and later moved to Spring, TX upon his retirement.
Dr. Cherry is survived by his beautiful and caring wife of 67 years, Sadie Cherry; his two sons Blair Cherry and wife Belinda and Scot Cherry and wife Tricia; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; his sister Vivian Farmer; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin Lee Cherry and Chlora Pearl Beane Cherry; brother Dean Cherry; and sister Alma Mabry.
Dr. Cherry's funeral services are being handled by Klein Funeral Homes & Memorial Parks and a tribute can be viewed on their website. Funeral services will be held at Spring Baptist Church in Spring, TX with a visitation and viewing beginning at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am. He will be buried in Lockesburg, AR on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Wrights Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his name to Spring Baptist Church, 633 E. Louetta Rd., Spring, TX 77373 or Wrights Chapel Cemetery, P.O. Box 261, Lockesburg, AR 71846.
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George Bordovsky
April 2, 2025
I was in Mr. Cherry's first Biology class he taught at San Jacinto Jr College in fall of 1961. He was a very good teacher, I was a very poor student, disappointed him, I'm sure, but somehow escaped with a "C" which I considered success! Little did I know. I do remember his field trips, walking across LaPorte Rd to examine the flora along the railroad track north of Pasadena High School. I regret never having returned to thank him, for everything! He was definitely not someone most would ever forget! Great guy!
David P. Bonham
June 24, 2023
Dr. Marlin O. Cherry was my science teacher at San Jacinto College 1960-62. He had high expectations for his students, he was the inspiration that lead to my teaching of 6th Grade Math and Science. Nothing but fond memories of the man.
Ruth Christian
February 24, 2022
I worked with Dr. Cherry for several years at San Jacinto College and my brother, David Aldrich, went to church with him. He was a tough, but good man. Ruth
Christian
Mae
February 23, 2022
Dr Martin lead a successful life one because of his intelligence and work ethic. The family should be very proud of all his accomplishments. You have my condolences. May God continue to be with the family.
Alexandra Ibarra
February 21, 2022
I love you Grandpa. You were an amazing man!
Stephen & Dianne
February 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Ann Spencer Bragg
February 20, 2022
Dr. Cherry was my biology teacher at San Jacinto College. He was a very good teacher. My father, Dr. Thomas M. Spencer, the first president of San Jac was proud to have Dr. Cherry as part of the founding faculty.
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22
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Spring Baptist Church
633 E. Louetta Rd., Spring, TX
Feb
22
Memorial service
11:00 a.m.
Spring Baptist Church
633 E. Louetta Rd., Spring, TX
Feb
26
Graveside service
2:00 p.m.
Wrights Chapel Cemetery
Lockesburg, AR
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