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Sharon Brooks
August 13, 2022
Cherie, thank you for blessing my life with a one of a kind friendship. Love you. And, miss you.
Sharon Brooks
August 5, 2020
Still miss you, friend.
Love,
Sharon
Cheryl Dunbar-Polard
August 5, 2020
Love and miss u so much! My very best friend
The day we met in Las Vegas we had so much in common. Both of or moms named Dot our names Cheryl family calling us Cheri.
Faye Sadou
August 4, 2020
Mot recently I found myself thinking about you out of the blue, mostly your communicative laughter, I miss that, more of all your generosity with people, you were caring to those around you but mostly a great listener, tread that are rare indeed, I've never met anyone like you since......
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August 5, 2019
Cheryl I still miss you. I still talk about all the things we did in high school, college, and after. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know your girls have grown up to be beautiful women.
Leona
Mumbi N
August 4, 2019
I still remember Sheryl's kind heart. I worked with her at Dveal Family and Youth Services where I saw her day in day out change lives. I can't forget our mission to rural Kenya where she volunteered for medical services and also bought ceiling fans for a church in rural Kenya. Each time I go to Kimini, Kitale, Kenya, people talk about Sheryl and miss her. After returning from the Kenya Mission Sheryl wanted to start a non profit Organization to help communities in need in third world countries. Rest In Peace Sheryl. Forever loved! Forever missed.
Mumbi.
Lemmons
August 4, 2019
I love you Mommy be safe please
zoe
November 7, 2018
you mean everything to me and i love you
Rossco G.
October 10, 2018
I was a patient of Dr. Lemmons approx. 1998 in Las Vegas. I was 11 years old. I've seen this remembrance page as much as 5 years ago and just never knew what to say. And at 11 years of age I didn't have much to say, or know how to say it then, either. But I have to say: she had the brightest smile and warmest presence you could possibly imagine. She tried to help me find the words to Express myself by asking, a lot, "how did that make you feel?" Through the years, I always thought this was simply some kind of adjunct used by professional clinicians. But recently I started to think that she purposefully asked this question of me as much as she did because she could see a big disconnect between myself and my feelings, which were suppressed through traumatic experiences I couldn't articulate. I still have that issue even now, at 32, but I started remembering that voice again, and the warm presence in the room with the unjudging smile that said, "and how did that make you feel?" And I feel that she wanted me to be in touch with how I feel, and to know that it's all going to be okay. Thank you for having a positive impact on my life and soul.
Sincerely,
Rossco
Marcia Tejeda
September 21, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with her children and family. I wish all of you the very best.
Marcy
Marcia Tejeda
September 21, 2018
I knew Cheryl while in medical school at Boston University. She, Sandra Raymore and I were friends. I lost touch with her over the years but thought of her often. She was beautiful, kind, vivacious and smart. I am heartbroken to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and children.
God bless,
Cheryl Polard
September 6, 2017
HI Cheryl still think of you so often. Have not had a friend and sister like you since.
Thinking about all the laughter and fun we had in Las Vegas.
Thinking about calling you at 6 am to tell you to turn on the TV on 911.
All the fun we had with Zoe Imani and Kendra and when Sky first came home from the hospital.
Thinking about Dottie and your step dad, the times they welcomed me in their home.
Thinking of how much you meant to me. I never had a chance to say good by. You knew how much our friend shop meant to me. We used to sing "That's What Friends are for "
Lynda Richardson
May 5, 2016
You were an awesome doctor and good to your staff. My daughter enjoyed babysitting Zoe and we will miss you. Peace and blessings to your daughters, and your immediate family. May God give u rest.
August 25, 2014
I am very sad to hear that Dr. Lemmons passed away. she was one of the kindest, caring and loving people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I know she is an Angel up in Heaven. God Bless!!
Leah
David Roth
May 3, 2014
Since the first day we met in July 1984 at Yale we had an instant admiration and developed a deep and spiritual love for one another. We often spoke about being together as a couple and throughout my life I have always loved you and hoped we would eventually be together. You are truly a soulmate to me and although I miss you dearly, we shall encounter one another again. I love you Cheryl. My heart felt condolences to Doty, Dennis, Zoe, Sky and Kasi.
Daphne Macklin
April 25, 2014
Cheryl was just enough older than me that she was someone that I looked up to and admired. I was saddened to learn of her death but I am totally in awe of the amazing life that she lead.
D. Macklin
September 18, 2013
ill always love u and im sorry...
Jackie Grimble
July 15, 2013
I still think of you so often. I have so many memories of us working together, laughing together and having our wonderful conversations. I miss you Cheryl. May you continue to r.i.p. and may your family continue to find comfort in knowing how much you continue to be thought about, missed and loved.
Adriana
May 1, 2013
I was watching Silence of the lambs and when I saw her sister I thought to myself I wonder what Dr Lemmons is up to. When I googled her name and found this. I am very saddened to read about her passing. When she worked in the outpatient clinic at SNAMHS we talked about our children and I remember how proud she was of Zoe and we talked about what to do with her hair. When she first showed me a picture or Sky we laughed that she looked as if she could mine we looked so much alike. She was a good doctor and a great person. My condolences to the family especially her precious daughters
April 26, 2013
Cheryl was an endearing person to work with at Southern Nevada Adult Mental Helath Services years ago. I just learned of her death and am shocked that someone so young and in such apparent good health is suddenly gone. She spoke of her daughter who was barely school age when I knew Cheryl. I also have a daughter who Cheryl met quite by accident as we were shopping at the same store. I can't help but feel so sad that her daughter has lost her mother.
Cheryl told me about her mother who was practicing psychiatry and her brother who is an actor. I hope all are well as I remember her now.
Joan Israel, Las Vegas, NV
BrainGate_NeuroImage_COGNOMICS cutting edge brain research because of professionals who give as you gave doctor Lemmons. You are missed.
Frederick Charles 'Rick' Jackson
April 5, 2013
Cheryl, if you were still with us in this timeframe I would say I do not have the words to express my feelings surrounding your treatment of my drug addiction. I sit sometimes and reminisce the 45 minute sessions we had in 1998 in your little tiny office off of Flamingo Blvd., LV, NV..(Flamingo Blvd? I think so!) I recall never once did I tell you I was an addict. I was very good at hiding it. I felt if I had said so I would not get what I knew deep down inside, I needed. When I described instead what was wrong only, leaving out what helped, you were on it in short order. I am 14 years clean now Cheryl, thanks to you and the Methylphenidate. Guess what girlfriend there is an MD in Denver, Colorado that knew my needs as did you! Bless you both hon. I saw one of your daughters on a Rail Train in Portland, OR (I said this already, yes?) and she is as beautiful and sincere just to look at her as were you. I think of you often. Keep an eye on us all and particularly me. The med's are so important in controlling the anger. (Not limited for sure to just that) I wish you were still here. It makes me mad sometimes just thinking about it. Hover Babe, Hover Angel Lemmons.
Bonnie Margolis
October 23, 2012
You can never be forgotten. The love you embodied is eternal. Miss your beautiful smile, but it and you live in my heart.
William Richie
October 22, 2012
I will always remember Cheryl for her kindness and compassion when we were both interns at Charity Hospital New Orleans. God bless you.
Mumbi
October 21, 2012
Your kind heart and deeds here at home, Kenya and around the world will always light many lives.
Sharon Brooks
October 21, 2012
For the Light you always were....and continue to be.
Sharon Brooks
October 21, 2012
I miss you dear friend.
Sky
October 20, 2012
I will always love you mom. You'll always be in my heart
You were a best mother in whole world and a wonderful person to everyone. You will be missed so much. I think about you everyday and all the time. You were the kind of person who cared a lot for others. That why u are my role model.
Sandra Raymore
August 8, 2012
I am so saddened to recently learn of Cherie's passing. Cherie and I developed a wonderful friendship starting in medical school at Boston University. She was so smart, fun-loving, caring--just a special spirit! I have such fond memories of meeting and spending time with Cherie and her family members (Dottie,Denis, Kasi & Vondie). Our lives took us in different directions but we managed to connect at various intervals. My deepest, although belated, condolences are sent to her family.
Peggy Jordan
August 4, 2012
Dearest Cheryl, I now occupy your office in SoCal and I look at the ships mirror you left and your two sea pictures and think of you daily.....
Frederick Charles Jackson
April 7, 2012
In 1998 I met Cheryl at her office in Las Vegas. I had an addiction that only had one enemy. I asked her if she would hear my opinions. I had every intention that day to win over her trust. In one half hour she showed me what I needed. Twenty years her senior in age she humbled me as no other had. She put me on the path to a cure from three decades of dope use. Today I think I will miss her more. I am living free and give to those who need because of her examples set. Ms. Lemmons, you wil be hearing from me from time to time for this coming year at least. And to your family I hope my future efforts will be equal to the love that she had for life I can only marvel at. I owe my life to Cheryl and this is one debt long overdue.
Bonnie Margolis, RN
March 22, 2012
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Cherie's passing. It is not difficult to imagine her as an angel...She always embodied Spirit and Good and Love. We became sister/friends when she worked at HallBrooke in Westport, CT and shared experiences and stories like the best of friends, hopes and dreams. She dreamed of 'retiring' someday to Paris. When I had a brutal migraine, she gave me the most loving scalp massage. I never did fully understand why we lost contact with one another...but I do know that my Love for her, my gratitude for having known her...and she, herself has been and is very much alive in my heart. She was a kind, exceptional, beautiful, sweet, talented woman. My deepest condolences to Zoe, Sky (her wings indeed do surround you....listen with your heart and you will feel she is always with you) Dottie, Denis, Adrenne, Kasi, Vondie and David. All the love she gave reverberates still in the world. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lorry Halfkenny
January 12, 2012
HI CHERIE, it's was in 1970 and we were both students at Brandeis when i last saw you. Please rest in peace dear friend.Sorry to disturb you after so long.
Gail Ellis
November 20, 2011
Cherie, The last time we saw you we marveled at your dedicated, selfless, beautiful and loving support of your mother and Denis. We are so terribly sad to learn that you are no longer in this world but you are certainly still very alive in their hearts. We send our love to your children and to Dottie, Denis, Kasi and the rest of your family who must miss you beyond words. Gail and Sandy
Cheryl Dunbar
October 22, 2011
I love you
Cheryl Dunbar-Polard
October 18, 2011
Cherie I finally found you. Zoe and imani found one another of face book. We shared so many years together here in Las Vegas. We spent much of our time together. You, I, and the girls. I was with you the night sky was born. The girls still call you auntie Cheryl. I'll bet zoe still calls me auntie cherie. I love you my best friend. I'll not loose track of zoe and the girls. Hope to see Kasi and your mother soon. I will see you again in heaven. Love you sister and friend. Cheryl Las Vegas Nevada
September 14, 2011
My husband and I extend our most sincere sympathies to Dr. Lemmons' family. Cheryl Lemmons was one of the most dedicated physicians I ever had the privilege to know. Her empathy of the depth of human joys and suffering was healing to all around her. We are richer and better for knowing her. May the Lord of Heaven and Earth keep her tightly in His arms and may we emulate her unflagging endeavor to affirm others, body, soul, and spirit. Thank you, Cheryl, for being such a singular and fabulous individual. Rest from your labors, now, beloved of the Lord and pray for us. May your memory be eternal. With loving gratitude, Jennifer Ross Lanergan
Denise Witt
September 12, 2011
To The Lemmons family: I worked with Dr. Lemmons at D'Veal Family and Youth Services in Pasadena. We spent many a day and night talking about cases, doing notes and sharing stories about our families. It was a joy to know Dr. Lemmons and share family memories. I had the utmost respect for her comitment to care and service to our families and children. I was equally inspired by the work she did in Kenya. Dr. Lemmons was a very special person and I was privileged to know her, laugh with her and work with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 8, 2011
To the Lemmons family, I worked with Dr. Lemmons at D'veal family and youth services, and she was just a pleasant spirit to be around. I was a new case worker and she would always encourage me and give me inspiration on how to be the best case worker to the families we served. I will always remember Her quite, soft voice telling me your doing a great job. Nicolette David ( Los Feliz)
September 8, 2011
To my home girl Cheryl, I always felt a special connection with you due to us both being from Massachusetts. I always enjoyed our time together. They were special moments for me. RIP Cheryl. I will miss you. Your friend from Cambridge, Jackie (Pasadena, CA)
Mumbi Ngunjiri
September 7, 2011
Cheryl, you will always be in my heart. The memories of the times we spent working together and the summer we spent in Kenya. The love you showed to the disadvantaged people and children in Kenya will keep you forever in our hearts. It was just last month that I was in Kenya and I was reminded of your kindness and good deeds. We will cherish the memories forever. To Zoe, Sky and the rest of the family, May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived and in loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Peggy Jordan
September 1, 2011
To the Lemmons Family, Dr Lemmons was a wonderful caring person and she will be missed. I was shocked to hear of her passing and for her daughters, there are angel wings surrounding you. God give you strength to get through this very difficult time. Do know that she was admired and thought well of by many. Most sincerely and with heart felt sympathy, Peggy Jordan, Ph.D.
Deana Ruggieri
August 31, 2011
Cheryl thank you for giving me the opportunity to teach, work with and learn from Zoe. She is a lovely reflection of your beautiful soul. I am grateful for the support and encouragement you gave to me and GROWTH Foundation.
Deana Ruggieri
August 31, 2011
Cheryl thank you for giving me the opportunity to teach, work with and learn from Zoe. She is a lovely reflection of your beautiful soul. I am ever grateful for the support and encouragement you gave me, and GROWTH Foundation.
Edee Alexander
August 30, 2011
Cherie, RIP my dear friend. You were always a Big Sister to me. I will cherish your friendship and the found memories. Traveling to Paris and Senegal when I was a kid. Wow. The memories go on.
I will always keep you close to my heart.
August 30, 2011
To my childrens Godmother and a family friend I will miss you and the stories my sister would tell of you and her adventures together, your friendship was everlasting, tell my mom hello, and I will see her by and by
Rev.Moses Ndereva
August 30, 2011
Cheryl, you were an exceptional doctor. You lived to be medicine to those of us you poured your life into, and especially the disadvantaged kids in Kenya. We will always miss you. Rest in peace.
anouch danielian
August 30, 2011
cheryl, i'm happy i had the chance to know you , taking care of sky for years as a baby sitter will ever stay in my heart ...,
Leona Franklin
August 29, 2011
Dear Cherie, I will remember the times we had at Commonwealth and Brandeis and all the times after that. I have missed you for a long time and will miss the opportunity that we might have had to reunite and grow old together as we had planned. You will always have a place in my heart. Much love to you and your family.
Leona Franklin
Joyce Alexander
August 25, 2011
Cherie, you were the best friend that anyone could every have. I will remember the great times we had and I will miss you, always. You have been a blessing on the lives of everyone who knew you. My love and prayers for all in the family.
SHARON BROOKS
August 17, 2011
Cherie, you are loved and missed. Dotty, Kasi, Dennis and all who love Cherie, I hold you in my heart and my prayers for God's Grace during this transition. I love you all. Sharon (New York)
Sherry Hall
August 15, 2011
Cherie, you will be missed by all who loved you.
Much Love
Sherry
Faye Sadou
August 13, 2011
Cheryl, you will be missed, you were one of the best people I've ever met, you were a spectacular, mother, Doctor and a friend, thanks for all that you have done for me :-) Sincerely, Faye
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