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CHERYL L. McWILSON
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CHERYL McWILSON Obituary
CHERYL L.
Our sister beloved, suddenly, on April 7, 2013. Daughter of the late Joseph W. and Elsie L. Jenkins; beloved wife of Pastor Marlon McWilson; sister of Joseph W., Jr. (Iona) and Marshal W. (Linda), and Paul W. Jenkins; daughter-in-law of Geraldine C. McWilson; and a host of relatives and great friends. Friends may call Friday, April 12, 2013 from 4-7 p.m. at Missionary Temple Ministries, 238 Penn Circle East, followed by an hour of reflection from 7-8 p.m. Homegoing Celebration Saturday, April 13, 2013, 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Interment Homewood Cemetery. Cheryl, along with her husband, founded the Beth El Tabernacle of Peace Ministries Inc. in 2007. For 30 years, Cheryl served as an employee of the US Postal Service with half of her tenure spent touching the lives of the residents of Mt. Washington at the Shiloh St. Post Office. She was loved and adored by all. To those who may want to communicate your sentiments by mail, please forward them to PO Box 60051, Pgh., PA 15211. Arrangements entrusted to WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 412-241-7998.
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Frank McWilson
March 12, 2014
Marlon
I am sorry to hear of your wife's passing. I know that God will be with you during this time of need.
Pete McWilson
Josie Hatley
August 15, 2013
I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear today 8/15/13 of Cheryl's passing. She was a wonderful caring person. She would always tell me she was praying for my husband (who passed away 7/26/13). My love and prayers go out to her husband and family. Her sweet presence will be missed at the Mt. Washington post office.
Jason Kendall
August 8, 2013
Cheryl I am so saddened to learn of your passing. You always had a smile for me and I will miss you! Jason Kendall Mt Washington, Pa
Cruz
May 13, 2013
Cheryl was the nicest postal worker ever. Always with a ready smile, always remembering the special mail that came through. Surprised and saddened to hear of her passing, will remember her fondly.
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Linda Conlon
May 1, 2013
I am not sure I can say anything more then what has already been said about Cheryl. She was indeed one of the most wonderful people I have ever encountered in my life and that is alot of folks. It will never be the same when I enter the Post Office in Mt. Washington, her smile and ever faithful greeting as you came in and when you left, made you feel not like a customer, but like a family member. She will be missed by many, but her memory lives on in all the kindness and love she leaves behind. Rest in Peace dear Cheryl in the hands of our Lord, and tell Shawn I said hello. To the family, please accept my sincerest sympathy on her passing.
Jacqueline Cochrane
April 26, 2013
I was shocked and very sad when I learned of Cheryl's passing. I enjoyed seeing her everytime I stopped in the post office. My deepest condolences to her husband and family. Know that Mt Washington is missing her too.
Sandy Kish
April 16, 2013
The many messages here are testament to Cheryl's kindness to everyone who came her way. We patrons of the Mt Washington post office will sorely miss her. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Jana Ford
April 15, 2013
To Cheryl's Husband, Family & Friends:
I'm so sorry for your loss. Cheryl and I grew up together in Beltzhoover and attended elementary through high school together. She always had a smile on her face and could make me laugh. Though we grew up, I moved away and lost touch, Cheryl would still ask my Dad how I was doing when he's stop at the post office. When we lost our father in Sept. 2011, Cheryl reached out to my and my family via Facebook with these words of encouragement which I'll now share with you.
"Yes it was me. :) At first I didn't recognize him but I notice his name n of course his address. I remember him so clearly becuz he reminded me of my own dad who passed away in June, 2007. Kinda brought a tear to my eye. I empathize with u n ur fam bc I too have loss both of my parents n gram. My Mom passed in '03. Its the hardest thing to embrace but u must except what God allows. Don't rush the grieving process. Take the time u need. Just allow urself time to heal. Talk about it as much as u want. If they stop listening. Text or inbox me. I'll listen! Because I understand! Praying for u! "
Heaven was missing an Angel and now God has called Cheryl home to be with him. She will definitely be missed. You are all in my prayers!
Nikki OLeary
April 15, 2013
My prayers go out to Cheryl's husband and family. I first met Cheryl at Jubilee I. M. And I always was graced with her smile and conversations at the MT Washington post office. I will truly miss her.
Lynne Coogle
April 15, 2013
Our sympathy goes out to the McWilson/Jenkins families. We were blessed to know Cheryl from the Mt Washington Post Office. She will live on in many hearts as she touched so many lives.
Charles Wise
April 15, 2013
Days when I would walk in the Post Office, I left a different person. For the better. That was the impact Cheryl had on all of us. It is with deep sympathy that I am writing this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your Mount Washington Family will deeply miss you! R.I.P.
Carrie McNamee
April 14, 2013
Cheryl was one of a kind. Such a wonderful blessed women. My heart and pryers go to all who loved her. She will be greatly missed.
Mary Ann Knorr
April 13, 2013
My deepest sympathy to your family. Cheryl was always a help to me when I went to the post office. She always had a smile on her face. I will miss her as all of us will in Mt. Washington.
April 13, 2013
was shocked to hear of Cheryl's passing. She was very helpful at the post office. God Bless her family.
Denise, Pittsburgh, Pa
April 13, 2013
Cheryl was always so wonderful and kind to me every time I came into the Post Office,Always a smile,and she just
made my day.She called me by name.I will miss her so much.Judi Falce of
Mount Washington.She will be missed by
all.She is with the Angel's.
VALERIE SEKERSKI
April 13, 2013
TO THE JENKINS/MCWILSON FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOST OF CHERYL,MAY GOD CONTINUE TO WRAP YOU ALL IN HIS LOVING ARMS SHES REJOICING WITH HER MOM AND DAD NOW.. R.I.P.
April Hunter
April 13, 2013
I am very shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of my childhood neighbor, Cheryl who was affectionately known to us as "Kitten", who I remember being a very sweet and humble person. My condolences go out to her family and to husband Marlon. Praying for strength and restoration to you all in during this terrible time.
Rasheedah Bey
April 12, 2013
My sincere condolences goes out to the Jenkins family. Cheryl was a beautiful person and touched the lives of many.
Debra Dabney
April 12, 2013
Sincerest sympathy to the Jenkins/McWilson families. I was deeply saddened to hear of Cheryl's loss. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Dr Joann Strain
April 12, 2013
Marlon,
I extend our deepest sympathy from everyone at Pgh Eye Care and 457 Optical. I enjoyed working with Cheryl for years and we will all miss her smile, her sense of humor, and the joy she brought each time she came into the office. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Lisa Dukes-Garner
April 12, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to the family & friends of Ms. Cheryl.. In my brief moment of meeting Ms. Cheryl she touched my life with her warm & caring spirit.. Am so grateful to have met her no matter how brief.. My heart is broken because she was so nice to me.. I will always remember her kindness..
May GOD comfort her husband & family & all that loved her. She will be sadly missed.
Lisa Dukes-Garner
d Richardson
April 12, 2013
To my sister you will b truly missed.god has one more angel .love you meach.
Matt Gee
April 12, 2013
I am deeply saddened to hear of Cheryl's passing. She was very good to me both as a customer and a fellow human being. She is loved and will be greatly missed.
May her spirit stay with each one of us.
God speed Cheryl.
Marguerite
April 12, 2013
I was so shocked to learn of Cheryl's passing. I was actually thinking as I walked into the Post Office, how will Cheryl make this day easier today?, what nice thing will she say to my kids? I will miss her.
Kathy Bauman
April 12, 2013
Marlin, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cheryl and you were the best neighbors I ever had. Miss yor smiling faces and pleasant greetings. Please be patient and know that time heals. My deepest sympathy to you, your family and friends.
Felicia Massie-Evans
April 12, 2013
I knew Cheryl ever since kindergarten. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. My continued prayers are with the family. Earth knows no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. 1 Cor 2
Alex ielase
April 12, 2013
Cheryl was ALWAYS an encouragement to me and my family. I went to the Post Office weekly and we always talked about the Lord and how He is so good. She remembered my kids names despite only seeing them once in awhile. She also was a great encouragement to me as we started a church on Shiloh street, having started a church herself. I will miss her greatly but I know that I'll see her again because our Redeemer lives and she is praising Him FOREVER IN GLORY NOW!!!
Len & Dorine Tucci
April 11, 2013
Simply by how you lived, you showed us the way. You will live forever in our hearts. We love you, Cheryl.
April 11, 2013
CHERYL, YOUR SWEET SMILE AND KINDNESS WILL BE FOREVER STAMPED ON MY HEART. I WILL MISS YOU. MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND. CAROLE ANN POWERS
Paul Jenkins
April 11, 2013
I love you and I miss you and I will always cherish the time that God blessed all of us to have with you. You are gone but not forgotten,until we meet again on streets of gold.
Darla D'Anna
April 11, 2013
Will miss her smiling face at the post office that made the day a little better.
Norma Pollard-Morton
April 11, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Barbara & William James
April 11, 2013
Marlon,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bless each of you!
Cardamone
April 11, 2013
What a strong, yet sweet and caring person Cheryl was. I am just a "post office" friend, but even in that limited acquaintance, I knew that this women was special and full of spiritual energy. She will be missed greatly. My husband's and my prayers are with the family.
Dustin Skelton
April 11, 2013
My heart aches for this loss. Cheryl was a very kind woman and a great friend. It's still hard to believe that I will never see her smiling face again. My condolences to her loved ones and family.
April 11, 2013
So saddened to hear of Cheryl's passing. She always made me laugh each time I entered the Post Office. The Mount won't be the same without her. May her family find peace knowing that she will join the Lord.
April 11, 2013
I always would compliment Cheryl on her beautiful fragrance and her beautiful nails...her helpfulness at our local post office was beyond words...she never thought anything was out of her reach...always kind and attentive...I didn't know she was a Pastor...Now, that makes sense...she always made the place smell divine!!! Is what I would tell her...Now she is with the DIVINE...herself, you all have our deepest sympathies...we'll pray for all the family and Cheryl!!!
Mary Brown
April 11, 2013
Those who live with merry hearts giving countless smiles and years of laughter, are very hard to say “fare-well” to. I remember the abundance of outrageous humor that Cheryl gave to all of us, growing up together in Greater Pittsburgh Deliverance Center. She was someone who cared deeply about those she loved, and touched all of our lives with tender hands.
Walking in the shadow of death is never easy. But from personal experience I can share that there are arms strong enough to carry you, comfort you, hold you and bring you thru this darkness, back into the sunlight again. Those are the everlasting arms of the Lord Jesus, and they are beneath you, now.
Our loved ones seem to tiptoe into our lives softly. But when they fall into Eternal Sleep, their voices and the impact of their footfall leave sounds and imprints in our hearts that we can never forget.
I am heartbroken to hear that Cheryl has gone to sleep so soon, and I am interceding before the Father, on your behalf.
Thinking and praying for you all daily....
Evangelist Mary Brown
Annette Davis
April 11, 2013
Ms .Cheryl has touch everyone in Mt. Washington we at the liquor store wishes her and her family peace and love.........RIP
JoAnn & John Brittain
April 11, 2013
Dear Marlon and Family, we were so sorry to hear of Cheryl passing. We were all blessed by her presence on this earth and we will all be blessed knowing we have an Angel looking down on us all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Anita Russell
April 11, 2013
A beautiful, tender spirit. Aches to know you're no longer here. Can't believe it. RIP my dear sister.
Donna Richardson
April 11, 2013
I've known Cheryl since Beltzhoover Elementary. She always had a sweet spirit. My prayers are with her family.
Washington Family
April 10, 2013
earth's loss is heavens gain
Darryl Grayson
April 10, 2013
May you rest in peace as you receive your eternal reward.
Love now and forever,
Darryl Grayson
Janet Sullivan
April 10, 2013
I am so saddened to hear of Cheryl's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Please know she will be very much missed by all who knew her.
carolee christopher
April 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family. We are sorry for your loss.
Mary Young
April 10, 2013
I, along with the entire Mt. Washington community, send our deepest sympathy to Cheryl's family. She made me feel like I was the most important person to ever go in to the post office! So kind, so helpful - she leaves a legacy of love and service!
Barb & Harry Henninger
April 10, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of Cheryl's passing. She was always so kind, patient and helpful at our Mt. Washington post office. She and her smile will be sorely missed. Prayers to the family for your loss.
Allen Jackson
April 10, 2013
To Cheryl's Family, we are sorry for your loss. She was always so pleasant and sweet. She will be greatly missed. Allen & Joyce Jackson
Michelle McCully
April 10, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of Cheryl's passing. She was a wonderful part of our Mt. Washington community, with a kind word and beautiful smile every time we went to the Post Office. We were a better having known her. Our prayers and thoughts go out to her family. McCully Family
Lynn Rush
April 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I knew Cheryl from the Post Office. She was an angel and always willing to do whatever she could. She will be missed by all she touched so many lives. Peace to your family.
Tina Pollard-Sweeney
April 10, 2013
I'm going to miss you cuz, but we know THAT ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR THEM THAT LOVE HIM. Marlon, we are praying for a Covering of Peace for.
Love ya, Tina.
Cynthia Hornsby
April 10, 2013
Absence from the body is present with the Lord.
You are with the King.
Natalie Carl
April 10, 2013
Deepest sympathies to Cheryl's family. She was a beautiful person inside & out. I only knew Cheryl from the post office, but I always looked forward to seeing her smile when I'd come thru the door.
Camille Villanova
April 10, 2013
Cheryl had the love and presence to make everyone know they were important. She was knowledgeable and was the most customer oriented employee that all Federal and related private agencies could ever hope to have. May her family know how much she was loved by the rest of us.
Ginny Rosa
April 10, 2013
My deepest sympathies to Cheryl's family. I knew her from the Post Office where she was always kind to me. I feel like I lost a member of my family. Cheryl always had a way of making my day better.
Andrea, Harry & Nasi Edgos
April 10, 2013
Cheryl was a wonderful and kind person. Each time we entered the post office, Cheryl always had a warm smile and sweet comment to brighten our day. We were very lucky to have known her and to consider her our friend.
Christina Powell
April 10, 2013
May God keep Cheryl's family at peace and many Blessings to you all. From Beltzhoover Elementary through High School...nothing but good memories of Cheryl's kindness. God Bless. Christina
Bobbie Boyce
April 10, 2013
To know Cheryl was to know a woman of God. She did more than sell me stamps amd help me tape boxes. She allowed God to use her at times when I needed her and Him most. Marlon and family, I am so very sorry for your loss.
PATRICIA JETER
April 10, 2013
FONDEST OF MEMORIES FROM MEMBERS OF THE
NOW DEMOLISED FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH.
WE HAD SUCH GOOD TIMES, SHARED WITH THE
JENKINS, THE SMITHS AND THE WINSTEADS.
ALL OF MY SINCEREST SYMPATHY AND GOD BE
WITH YOU ALL. THE JETER FAMILY.
Vivian Turner
April 10, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Cheryl's passing. I want to express my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Marlene Blasi-Masucci
April 10, 2013
I enjoyed talking to Cheryl everytime I went into the Post Office. In the last few months, she was so kind to help me with direction of locating some of the classmates of South Hills High School Class of 1978 for our reunion. Not one time, in the years at the branch she did not have a beautiful smile when you approached her. She will be missed terribly. She was called to be an Angel. If only words could give you the comfort at this time of loss, I could say the right ones.
Cheryl and Kim 2012 Childhood Friends
Kimberly Marshall
April 10, 2013
It was a blessing to have seen Cheryl last summer 2012 during church service held in the hotel I just so happen to be staying in. I hadn't seen Kitten in 40 yrs. She new who I was and stop the service. I live in Cleveland OH now. See how God works! Cheryl will see God's face as she so desired.
Sonja Smith-Bey & Family
April 10, 2013
Dear Cheryl's Family, may God bless and keep you in your time of loss. She was a very sweet person and brought joy to our days and now she will be greatly missed.
gene caputo
April 10, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Joseph Mlinac
April 10, 2013
So sorry and surprised to hear of Cheryl's passing.We worked together at the Mt Washington branch when she first came to the window and was always the most pleasant person, I often stopped by just to chat and share our fondness for Brittner's products.Another joyful stop eliminated
in life's journey.which is too short.
James L Hall Jr
April 10, 2013
Cheryl's kind spirit touched so many lives and I was blessed to be one of those. She was a beacon of light at the Post Office and will be sorely missed. My prayers go out to the family of my friend. God bless
Kimberly Cook
April 10, 2013
Marlon my prayers go out to you and your family. I was so sorry to hear about Cheryl's passing. She had such a sweet loving and kind spirit.
Bernadette Mitchell
April 10, 2013
Will miss you so much! Love you!
Pamelia Robinson
April 10, 2013
We were so shocked to hear of Kitten's passing. She was such a sweet spirit! Our prayers and love go out to Marlon and the family.
Dana Washington
April 10, 2013
I want to express my sympathy to the family of Pastor Cheryl Jenkins McWilson. We also knew her as "Kitten" growing up but she grew into a mighty woman of God and a prayer warrior who prayed for me and stood in the gap for me many times. I will be praying your strength in the Lord during these trying times. My love for you knows no bounds.
Stephanie Madden Alston
April 10, 2013
My prayers are with the Family!
Dana Washington
April 10, 2013
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