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Mentecki
February 7, 2023
Sorry to hear of Dewey's passing.
Thoughts and prayers to your family
He was a friend of our family for many many years.
scott Yadro
September 7, 2009
Dewey
For me there was no one like you in the entire world. When I was as far down as anyone could ever get. You were always there for me. You just were always a class act. You and I sure had some good times. I still have lunch with my employee's, keep my shoes polished, never park the car with the wipers up. No one could ever scold me like you did. I never learned more about life and just being a man like I did from you. Monday nights out, going to the airport for a shine, even just sitting at the yacht club. It was always entertaining,informative, and just a good time being around you. I always looked up and respected you because you earned it all those years ago when we met at the Oldsmobile store. You always treated me fairly. It was always a pleasure to do business with you. I will miss you very much. You were right Dewey, " Words Are Very Important". I am sure you are now with Ted. I loved you Dewey. Thank you for everything.
Larry & Marcia Bartlett
August 30, 2009
Dear Nan,Laura,Rich,Alex and Amanda,
Just want all of you to know that you're in our thoughts and prayers! Nan, you probably won't recognize my name but I'm an old neighbor of Laura and Rich's. Though years have past and contact lost, I still hope it's somewhat comforting to know that we're always thinking of all of you!
Love Always,
Larry Bartlett
Corey Luebke
August 27, 2009
Dear Nan,
So sorry to hear of Dewey's passing
I feel do blessed to have met you and Dewey in the recent years and will say a prayer for you and your family's comfort as you grieve your loss
God Bless You
Corey Luebke
Nan Shaw
August 20, 2009
Dearest Nan and your family,
I just learned of your loss and I am so very, very sorry. This is such a difficult journey...to lose one whom you loved so deeply. While I never met Dewey myself, reading what others have written here,I certainly wish I had. Now I understand why you loved each other so much...two beautiful souls joined in a sacred marriage.
Call me if you would ever like to talk...I am here for you always...with lots of love, Nan2
Jeannine D'Amore
August 20, 2009
Cherek Family,
Love and prayers for you all. I am a friend of Laura's, and I always enjoyed her family stories, especially about her dad. She always gets a twinkle in her eye when she talks about him. Prayers for Dewey that he may enjoy peace.
Marianne Gogan Jasenovec
August 18, 2009
Nan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. In times of sadness may God comfort you with all the wonderful memories of Dewey.
Mark Siebenaller
August 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family to give strength and understanding in this difficult time.
Cliff Demos
August 16, 2009
Dewey you were always the best.God will have a special place for you.
Susan K. Wehrley
August 16, 2009
My heart goes out to you Nan. I know how much you loved Dewey and how much he loved you. Know that you were an example to all of us on how to love, through sacrifice and dedication. God certainly used you journey to show all of us the way...Much love
LYNN BUSHY'S PUB
August 15, 2009
TO THE CHEREK FAMILY
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.DEWEY WAS ONE OF A KIND...ALWAYS A SMILE AND NEVER A WRINKLED SHIRT.( I USE TO KID HIM ABOUT HIS DRY CLEANING BILL) I WILL MISS OUR CONVERSATIONS AND FRIENDSHIP.
NAN..YOU BY FAR-WAS HIS ANGEL ON EARTH.
Jim (Spiro) Spiropoulos
August 14, 2009
Just found out about Dewey this morning,from my son Bill. My wife, Celia and I, are so sorry to hear of his passing. We were just talking about him within the past month. I worked for him in the 1970's and 1980s. He was a great guy, and a great boss.
Gregory Kluck
August 13, 2009
So sad the hear this news. I remember seeing Mr Cherek at car shows and other events, especially at Jetz in Muskego on Thursday night. My fondest memory would be him helping me find a side mirror for my old Mercury Marquis wagon, even though I had never bought an automobile from his dealership. Awesome gentleman! He will be missed.
Brian Schroeder, RN
August 13, 2009
I only had a short time to get to know Dewey and Nan while he was here at St. Lukes on 3 North. During that time I got to see what an interesting and strong man he was and how funny! He was a wonderful patient to work with and only wish I could have spent more time with him and even known him outside the hospital setting. It's a comfort to know that he is resting in peace.
Gary & Judy Zimmerman
August 13, 2009
Nan, Remembering Happy times! Dancing at your wedding!
How many Lincolns ago,? A great guy. Our sympathy !
Judy and Gary Zimmerman
Markesan Wi.
Judy Powell
August 13, 2009
Hats off to Mr.Cherek Dewey,
Im so sad your gone from here, but happy i know your in a better place now with the angels, you were a angel in my eyes i learned alot from you. Starting with not leaving the windshield wiper in a up-right position on the lot, if so its Judyyyyyy!!!! You'll be missed
August 13, 2009
We knew Dewey in his high school days. And later ran into him at the Yacht Club. He never changed was always a gentleman.Dewey was one of a kind.If we had more Dewey Cherek in this world ,It would be a better place.REST IN PEACE
Harry & Maureen Wikel
Christopher Fortune
August 13, 2009
Dear Nan, family and friends,
My deepest sympathy to all. Dewey will be remembered for is smile and kindness. He always made people feel welcome and comfortable. His support of the community as well as his peers and local businesses shows his true generosity and concern for others. He will be missed by all. We have shared many laughs and stories (as well as cocktails) together. I always enjoyed and looked forward to visiting with Dewey and Nan. He was a true gentleman and dear friend. Thank's for all of the good times pal!
steve york
August 13, 2009
It was Dewey who called my radio show one afternoon decades ago to ask what my wife and I were doing that night? I asked why? He said he just learned of a person in Cudahy that was demo'in this thing called the "Singing Machine". I asked what it was? Dewey said he had no idea, but he thought of me that instant and had to call. That "thing" became the Steve York StarMaker Show, that started in Milwaukee, and moved on to San Fransisco, and around the world. thx dew,i love you.....
August 13, 2009
Dewey, I really apprieciate all you have done for us. Helping us get our business started. We could not have made it this long without you. We really apprieciate your friendship and all the memories we had together. God bless you and your family.
Your friends at 9th Ave Auto Body - Brian and Steve
August 12, 2009
Dewey- "Charlie" Thanks for your freindship and memories. It was special street rodding and working with you. You were one of the most honest and caring people I had ever meet. I am sure GOD will bless you now and take care of your family because of it. Nan thanks for your endless care, Love - Carl Richlen and Family
August 12, 2009
Nan;Our deepest condolences. From High school to Cherek Lincoln-Mercury Dewey was always a class act. Jim&Bonnie Chirafisi
Clinton & Dorothy Campbell
August 12, 2009
Mr. Dewey was a long-time friend of my husband, he was a friendly man, kind, courteous and a man of honor. His encouraging words made an impact on my husband as well as our family. I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Dewey and found that he was everything my husband said and more. Family, we will keep you in our prayers.
Jim & Sandy Wilber
August 12, 2009
Our sincere condolences to the entire Cherek Family, you have lost a very special man.
Dewey had an honesty in his dealership and a genuine concern for his customers...we were never the big spender but he always treated us like we were.
Dewey you will be sorely missed by us, the customer/friend,I can't imagine the deep loss your family will endure.
Our prayers are with you all.
Pat Miller
August 12, 2009
My dear friend Dewey you were always thier for me when I needed something like a job when I returned from Phoenix after my divorce. You gave me my second chance when I was down and out, and you did that for lot's of people who will never forget you and your kindness Thank's my friend, and say hi to my Father(Tony Miller) in Heven........
Brad Walker
August 12, 2009
Nan and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our prayers.
sheila castro
August 12, 2009
To the family of mr. dewey,
My deepest sympathy to nanette and his daughters. He was a good man. He was very funny and energetic person when he wanted to be.. I was dewey nursing assistant on 3 north. I loved to take care of him because he always brightened my day when I would come into the room. He is in a good place and doesnt have to suffer anymore. I lost a great person in my life this year my father, so i understand to his daughters how difficult it must be at this time.your dad was special to you and a great man and so my was father. To his wife your a great person for everything you have done for him. I remember one day when you were going to the healing garden and you told him oh i had to wait for a bakery place to open to get something for him, and he said oh my wife is a good wife, I thought that was sweet when he said that. I just want to say god bless to you and the family. live life to the fullest he would have wanted you to. be strong..
dewey you will be missed
From: Sheila castro
nursing assistant
on the ortho floor 3 north at st lukes medical center...
Emilee Rueda
August 12, 2009
Mr. Cherek,
I will miss you. You were and still are the only owner of a company I worked for that came in to work every day just like the rest of us and always had positive things to say. You made everyone feel like they were someone and I knew I could always come to you if I needed to talk. You and Nan were two of the kindest people I have ever met and will not be forgotten. Thank you for everything.
August 12, 2009
Laura and the entire Cherek Family,
May you find comfort in knowing that Dewey is looking over all of you from heaven now and I know that over time your sorrow will be eased by your memories of time spent with him. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Staci Alonge Schoenrock and Family
Jerry & Jeanne Kozik
August 12, 2009
Nan
Dewey was a "GREAT" guy that always had a friendly smile and warm welcome. He once said to me that all you have in life is your reputation and he will truly be remembered as a honest and helping man that lived true to his word. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
MARY KNURR
August 12, 2009
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE CHEREK FAMILY. MY SON CRAIG WAS HIS AIDE AT ST. LUKES. HE SPOKE VERY HIGHLY OF THE CHEREK FAMILY, AND WAS VERY HONORED TO TAKE CARE OF MR. CHEREK. I KNOW HE DID HIS BEST WITH MAKING HIM FEEL COMFORTABLE.
Jeff & Giovanna Buhl
August 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Cherek family. Dewey Cherek was a class act and a gentleman. It was our pleasure doing business with him and there is no one in the industry today that can measure up to his standards. He will be truly missed. God bless you and the entire Cherek family.
Nelson Maldonado
August 12, 2009
Mr. Cherek, working for you was one of the best experiences of my life. I learned discipline and the reward of hard work. I will never forget the opportunity you gave me, you’re a great person and heaven just got a little nicer. Thanks for everything.
Gregory Walsh
August 11, 2009
Mr. Cherek, You showed me what it's like to enjoy going to work everyday.You gave me a chance to expand my horizons, and always treated me like family.
It has been a true pleasure to work for you,and with you,at Cherek Lincoln Mercury.
My thoughts and my prayers go out to the Cherek family.
Maria Zingler (Calvert)
August 11, 2009
Laura, Rich, Alex, Amanda, Lisa & family, Kristine & family, Nan, & Donna, I have really good memories of Dewey. Growing up, riding in his really nice, cushy cars with the gorgeous sound systems. "She's got Bette Davis Eyes" always has and always will make me think of him. Most recently going to the Milwaukee Art Museum to the Chihuly glass exhibit. That was so nice of him. He was a classy guy. I am so sorry for your loss.
Robert B. Dyble
August 11, 2009
It is with heartfelt sorrow to know you have left us all, but espicially your loving family who will feel the loss much more than all of us can ever know.
I am sorry for all the pain and suffering this awful disease caused you. Thank you for all your help with the Ronald McDonald House. You will now meet some of the wonderfully strong and precious children you helped along the path of your life. You will be rewarded in Heaven with their greetings.
Kory Kraus
August 11, 2009
Mr. C, I learned more in 6 years working for you than the rest of my dealership days put together. Your Hot Rod side projects were always a welcome change of pace. I have yet to meet anyone in this business thats more of a true car guy. Thanks for the opportunities and advice I may have never received elsewere.
Laurie Sweet
August 11, 2009
Mr. Cherek , Let me thank you for 23 years of working with such an incredible honest and caring person. You treated us like family and thats what we were family!
George Krueck
August 11, 2009
having faced the beast called cancer,
and having stood at the abyss,
I think I know some of the answer,
so let me tell you this.
keep your words honest and tender
never taunt or make an irrevocable threat
it's not lifes pain that we remember
or the fights we've lost that we regret.
it's the love we didn't surrender
and the hugs we didn;t get.your kind words
and acts will be cherished
your sense of humor will be missed
and though you may have perished
in our hearts, your spirit will always exist.
George Krueck
August 11, 2009
Dewey
I've only known you a short time. In that time I felt that I've know you all my life. You will be greatly missed by all including our mutual friend Roger Alan (slick). Sit back and enjoy this trip to heaven. You deserve it.
Gene Schneider
Peter and Beth Spano
August 11, 2009
Please except our deepest sympathy. Mr.Cherek was a wonderful person who with out him "we" would not be together. The family now has a very specail angel watching over them. May your hearts be warmed knowing he is now at peace and longer in pain.
God bless your family during this difficult time.
Dan Stanick
August 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Amber Pfaff-Chavez
August 11, 2009
Mr. C
I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to meet and work with such a honest, caring and amazing man. The world was a better place, because of the lives you touched and influenced. If people ask me, who is one of the greatest people you have met if would be definitely Dewey and Nan Cherek. You will be very missed!!!
Amber Pfaff-Cherek
Doug Johnson
August 11, 2009
Mr Cherek,
You will be missed very much. Thank you for the opportunity to work with and for you! You were a big influence in my life.
CHRISTINE TOLKACZ
August 11, 2009
FAMOUS AMOS COOKIES,PEANUT M&M'S,QUESTIONS OF THE DAY,SMILEY FACE STICKERS,BIRTHDAY POEMS,CHRISTMAS PARTIES,MC DONALDS COFFEE,WARM SMILES AND HUGS,STORIES FROM HIS YOUNGER DAYS,MAGIC COOKIE TIN,FOOTBALL POOLS(THAT HE OFTEN WON) HOT RODS AND FANCY CARS,TAILORED SUITS,PEP TALKS ON THE SERVICE DRIVE,CUSTOMER SATISFACTION,SILLY CARDS TO MAKE YOU SMILE,
YOU ROCK MR. CHEREK
SAY HI TO SUE FOR ME
CHRISTINE
Don Murn
August 11, 2009
Dewey was the most honest, thoughtful car man I knew. His word was his bond. He was fun to be around and helpful to a fault. This world has lost a good man and he will be missed. My condolences to all of the Chereks in this very tough time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ken Cherek
August 11, 2009
Uncle Dew, You have influenced all I have done, and taught me most everything that I know in business. Never forgotten, and always appreciated. Will miss your voice and presence, but I know you will always be with me..
--Kenny Cherek
Alex Prego
August 11, 2009
Mr. Cherek, I will miss you, it was my pleasure working for you and I will always be greatfull for the opportunity you gave me, I will cherish the memories of all the years we work together.
joe consentino
August 11, 2009
I'm going to miss you Mr. C you were my first boss in 1982 and you've made an impression on me ever since ! I'm not gonna have anyone to talk automobiles with! Someday we will talk cars again in a much more special place your friend always .
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