Cheri A. Villa

Bill, John, Matt.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I just found out over the Christmas holiday. I have such fond memories of Cheri and your family. And I am honored to have known her! She is fortunate to now see God face to face.
Love, Ruth Marcks (Jennet Anderson's daughter)

Hi Boys, at the reviewal I told you about your mother giving me some rocks from Lake Superior that I put around a St. Francis of Assisi statue in my back yard did I? Well I put the card in the pocket of my jacket and didn't wear it until yesterday. I almost fell on the floor when I read the back of the card.

Also today a ceramic angel in my basement started to play Love Me Tender all by itself. I was nowhere near it and hadn't been near it, (I hardly ever go into that area of the basement). Just thought you'd like to know that I'm still getting vibes from your mother. Jackie

Bill, John, and Matt,
I am very sorry for your loss. Cheri was a wonderful lady; always so friendly and happy. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathies are with you.

Dear Villa Family; Bob, John, and Matt, and Schuh Family; We were deeply saddened upon hearing of Cheri's passing. She will always be in our hearts. I was so glad to share a hug with her and talk with her at the walk for Fr. Dan in September,that was truly special to see Cheri and all of you. May your grief be brief
and lead to comfort and peace from knowing where Cheri is now. Cheri
was a very warm and loving person
who will always be in our hearts.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness.God bless all of you.
With much love, Beth(Schuh)and Mike
Martini;Ben,Chris,Katie, and Jackie.11/30/07.

VILLA FAMILY,CHERI WAS A VERY WARM AND LOVING PERSON,SHE WILL BE MISSED.HER FRIENDS AT HHHCC.

CHERI VILLA WAS A WOMAN OF WARMTH VERY SOFT SPOKEN AND CHEERFUL SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. FROM HHHCC

Matt and John,

I am very sorry about your loss. Cheri was such a warm and kind person who cared so much about each person she met. I have thinking about you both a lot and hope you both can find comfort from the all the memories you shared with her.

John and Matt - I was so sad to hear about your mom. Whenever I saw her she always had a smile on her face and a big hug to give. I will always remember her for being extremely upbeat and cheerful. Cheri will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

John,
I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a beautiful woman and she will always be remembered for her kindred spirit. My heart goes out to you and your family, and my prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Nicole Finn

John and Matt,
My prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care and let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

We are so sorry for your loss. Cheri was a wonderful woman and she had such a positive affect on everyone she met. She was so kind and warm to everyone. May you find comfort in her memories.

Bill, John and Matt
My thoughts are with your family and i'm wishing you the best. I am so sorry for your loss. Cheri was an extremly great person. Your family will be in my prayers.

Matt and John,
My heart is with yours in this time of loss. Your mom taught you both to be sensitive, loving men and she was always quick to share how proud of you she was. You're in my thoughts.

Villa Family: Our hearts and thoughts go out to you. Cheri was one of the most loving and caring people I have ever known. She made me feel like one of the family from the moment I met her. I will never forget her spaghetti feed for all the fellas! Cheri has gone on to a more peaceful place, but she lives on in each of us that were blessed to have known her.

Bill: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss. Remember your friends are just a phone call away.

VILLA FAMILY: I AM VERY SO TO HEAR ABOUT CHERI SHE WAS A GREAT LADY SHE WILL BE MISSES BY EVERY AT HHHCC. YOU ARE IN MY HEART AND I AM GLAD THAT SHE IS AT PEACE NOW IT HAS BEEN A LONG PAINFUL ROAD FOR HER. TAKE CARE YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS HANG IN THERE AND AGAIN I AM SORRY OF YOUR LOSS.

Cheri Ann Villa, one as dear as her name. She was a treasure to behold and to have known her was to find the same treasure within.
Aunt Nancy & Uncle Bob Schuh

John and Matt,
Your mom was warm and kind on each occasion that I met her. She was clearly a wonderful mother to have raised both of you. You are both in my thoughts during this time.

Bill, I am so deeply sorry about the loss of your wife. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I hope it helps a little to know that your friends are thinking of you at this sad time.

Dear John and family,
I am so saddened to hear about your mother. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please know that so many people love you and are here for you. Your Mom was a wonderful and beautiful woman.

Dear Bill, John and Matt:
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill, even though I only met Cheri a few times, she had a way of making one feel like you were her friend for life. I will always remember a BN Christmas party where I spent most of the evening talking with Cheri. She was so full of energy, kindness, humor and a great strength. She so loved you and Matt and John. I will always remember your great stories about 'the Chief'. She was special.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Although I never had an opportunity to meet Cheri, you always spoke of her from your heart. Although her courageous battle is over, I know a new battle has begun for you and your sons. Hopefully knowing that others care may bring some solace to you.

To the Villa/Schuh family,
I am so saddened by the loss of Cheri Ann. She will forever be remembered in my mind as having a love and joy for life and of course for picking pineapples.
I remember that story fondly from my grandpa. I would like to think he was waiting at the gates of Heaven, to welcome her home, with a pineapple in his hands.
Our loving thoughts are with you all.
Shannon (Horan), Jeff and Olivia

Dear Villa Family, John, Matt, Bill Schuh Family Looking at all the entries in your guest book,tells me that everyone did truly know the wonderful person that Cheri Anne was, from her exciting times of her life, love of family, friends, job, courage, and inspiration. We are all truly blessed to have known her , and I share in those memories, as a little girl, and now, more recently, at our family reunion picnic. Her uncle Art (my dad) lived with them years ago, and told me many stories about her which would bring tears of laughter to all of us. This is how I will remember her always. John, Matt she passed this on to you, I saw it at the reunion, playing with my kids, they talk of you both often....Know that she is in heaven sharing the laughter with those family members who have gone before her...We love you all, and are keeping you close in though, and prayer. Paula, Mike, Meaghan, Samuel, Zachary, Jonathan, and Michaela (9-25-07)Tegge

I worked with Cheri at Sandburg and really enjoyed her smile and quick hummer. She was a very caring and loving person and where ever she worked she was a breath of fresh air.

I'm sure she is in heaven smileing at us.

Dear John and Matt and family:
I got to know Cheri when she worked at Sandburg, we had such wonderful talks, and hearing about you two made me feel like I knew you as well. She treated everyone she talked to like they are the only one and so cared for. She was so supportive, caring, beautiful inside and out. Those beautiful eyes saw right into your soul. On Friday morning I awoke after having dreamt that she told me she was wonderful and felt fine, I saw her face just the way she always looked, vibrant, smiling, and bubbly. I've never known anyone like her and do know for sure she always was an angel.

Hi - I had the pleasure of working with and knowing Cheri during her time at Sandburg Middle School. She was a joy to be around - so beautiful inside and out, warm, and fun. I'm shocked and saddened by this - I will truly miss her!

Although it has been several years since Cheri worked here at Sandburg Middle School, I still remember her smile and twinkle in her eye, and her eye for fashion! She will be remembered as a classy lady.

I worked with Cheri both at Sandburg Middle School and at Cooper. Her smile could light up the entire day. Her courage and positive attitude have truly been an inspiration. My thoughts and prayers are with Cheri's family. She will be so missed.

I'm sorry for your loss Cheri was a wonderful woman we worked together at sandburg Middle School. I will miss her

I had the great opportunity to work with Cheri during Extended School Year (ESY). She had a wonderful spirit and attitude. I always enjoyed hearing her stories about all of her endeavors. She lived an adventerous life! She will be missed by all.

Dear Villa Family,
My deepest condolences and sympathy to you. Cheri was one of the most thoughtful, vibrant, engergetic persons that I have ever met. Her loss will be felt by all. Yet, her battle has ended and she is free. I truly am priveleged to have known her. (worked with Cheri for 2 years during ESY services)

Cheri, the most vibrant and kind person. Her love for her children, family, and the children of the school she worked was never-ending. I will never forget her home-cooking, kindness and understanding talks I had with her. She is greatly missed. John, Matt & Bill, you are in my thoughts during these times. John & Matt, your beautiful mom resonates through you everyday.

My sincere sympathy to your family in this difficult time. My prayers will be with you over the upcoming days.

Dear Bill:
My deepest sympathies to you and yours.
Amanda

Dear Bill, John, and Matt, Our family from Northern Kentucky sends our deepest sympathy to you and yours on the loss of Cheri Ann. To Fr. Dan, Fred, Michael and Michele, Aunt Helen and Uncle Bob and the extended families, we can only send our love, thoughts and prayers. Cheri Ann was loved by many and her spirit will never be forgotten. Not many people have that certain "joie de vive"...Cheri Ann had "it" and lived "it" everyday. Even though we can't be with you, please know that our hearts are saddened by the early passing of one so dear. We were all lucky to have known and loved her. Tom and Sheila Horan (Tom is first cousin of Cheri Ann.)

My Dad(Danny Horan) always got a kick out of Cheri Ann. He would tell the story of my Grandpa Bob and Cheri Ann's beloved pineapple. Cheri Ann was welcomed by the finest of men at Heaven's gates.We have had too many young losses in one year. We are sorry for your loss and understand your grief. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.Bridget Horan Meyer and Family

Cheri Villa was the personification of brightness, character, and courage. In this way, she touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of crossing her path. Cheri will be missed by all, but her memory will carry forward as we all do our best to emulate her benevolence and touch others as she has touched us. We wish the Villa family all the best, and we look forward to living the rest of our lives with the best of friends and the memory of their mother. Love, Graham and Cassandra

Cooper High School will greatly miss Cheri and her wonderful smiles and energy. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort with family and friends during this time. My families thoughts and prayers are with you. Jen-co-worker from Cooper.

To the Villa Family -- Nine years ago I had the pleasure to meet John's mom, Cheri. Instantly I knew she was a joy to be around. She welcomed me into her home and fed me wonderful Italian food. Everyone knew she was a special lady just by the way John and Matt talked about her. Anne and I wish to extend our most sincere sympathies to your family during this very difficult time. Please find peace in the fond memories of her love of life and love for her family. May the stories you share about her bring smiles to your faces and help you understand that she is in a place of peace. We love you and look forward to your return to Chicago, John. Love Anne and Bob Ruiz

Bright Light, this comes to mind first. I will always remember Holiday Dinners with the two of us providing after dinner entertainment, singing and dancing for the rest of the family. Too young, too short a time with us all, she is with her dad now and there is another "Bright Light" in the heavens watching over us. Love and sympathy to Bill and her sons. Carol

Cheri was always so full of smiles and positive conversation at Cooper! The absence of her smile and her fabulous attitude has been missed this year! Sorry for your loss- you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace Always- Kara

It is with our deepest simpathy of the loss of another family member at such a young age. May Cheri Ann rest in peace now with her father in heaven.