Pauline Cherry Obituary
88 of Clayton, Indiana passed away peacefully at her home on February 18, 2026. She was born as Pauline Grace Skinner to her parents Jimmie and Ella Mae (Rose) Skinner in Jackson County Kentucky on January 14, 1938.
A celebration of Pauline's life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21st from 11:00am- 2:00pm at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory in Mooresville, with funeral services beginning at 2:00pm Saturday in the funeral home, officiated by The Reverend Steve Ranson of Stilesville Christian Church. Burial will follow at White Lick Cemetery.
Pauline was the school secretary at Mill Creek East Elementary in Clayton for over 30 years, winning numerous awards including Indiana School Secretary of the Year in 2002. More than anything she was a smiling face and a warm and caring soul who impacted the daily lives of hundreds of students and their teachers. She is best known for her incredible sense of humor who loved to play harmless practical jokes on everyone. She was a huge sports fan and loved spending countless hours playing card games with her kids and grandkids.
She was for many years a member of Homemakers and Red Hats Clubs, and was also an avid golfer playing with some of her best friends known as the Ladybugs.
She is preceded in death by her son Michael Patrick Cherry, her parents Jimmie and Ella Mae Skinner, sisters Imogene and Judy, brothers Harold, Earl, Ruie, and Jimmie Dean.
She is survived by her husband and high school sweetheart and love of her life Richard "Butch" Cherry, who were married for more than 68 years. Pauline is also survived by her son Jeff (Lorrie), daughter Melissa. Buckrop (Tony), grandchildren Courtney, Corbin, Houston, Stephen and Caroline. Great-grandchildren (Grant and Claire), (Maelee), (Owen and Evan).
She is also survived by sisters Berniece, Velma, Wanda, Ella, and Cindy; brothers Leon, Billy, and Jack. Survived also by numerous nieces and nephews. She touched the lives of so many and will be missed by all.
Please visit www.carlislebranson.com to sign the online guestbook or to share a memory.
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Sandy Hovious
February 21, 2026
I didn´t know Pauline very well. When I did see her she always had a smile on her face. Butch and her were our neighbors.Rest in peace.
Marlen Purvis
February 19, 2026
Many year of fun times at Calvary Baptist Church!! Loving memories! Mary Alice and marlen Purvis
Ed Gaddie
February 19, 2026
She was a great classmate alway involved with all the school functions, she will be missed by all
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Diane Sharpes
February 19, 2026
I was blessed to know Pauline briefly while attending church services with her and Butch. They are a prefect example of a loving, caring Christian couple. Blessed to have had the opportunity to know and love them in Christ. My thoughts are with Butch and the family. In His love.
Barbara J Kassing
February 18, 2026
Pauline, I will always remember you as a warm hearted loving person who loved telling jokes and entertaining us. Once you became secretary our Christmas parties became show stoppers. We had so much fun with you. I loved you too.
Barb
Mary Bryan
February 18, 2026
Wonderful lady friend and neighbor! You will be missed.
Stephanie Smock Cummins
February 18, 2026
Pauline was one of my Mom's best friends and now that they are in heaven together, I hope Momma doesn't leave her coat in the office or Pauline will sew the sleeves or pockets shut. The Smock family shares in your loss and grieves with you. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all.
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