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Cheryl JAMES Obituary
Cheryl L. James
VIRDEN - Cheryl L. James, 69, of Virden, Ill., passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at her home.
Cheryl was born June 5, 1944, in Jacksonville, Ill., a daughter to Harold "Toad" and Grace (Jacobs) Nichols. She worked as an activity professional for area nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Cheryl is survived by her daughters, Jacquelyn L. James of Virden, Ill., Dawn R. Meredith of Conyers, Ga., Ronda J. (Paul) Beams of Girard, Ill., and Marci L. (Guy) McCarrey of Normal, Ill., a sister, Edrie L. Pinon of Vandalia, Ill., 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were her parents.
Cremation rites are being accorded by Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home Virden, Ill. There will be a Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church, in Virden, Ill., with a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Cheryl's family in care of Calvert & Ferry Funeral Home, Virden, Ill. Please leave a comment for the family at calvert-ferryfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Cousin Donna & Jerry Sunley
December 2, 2013
Dear girls and families, and Edrie and all of your family, Just wanted to add a note on Cheryl's guest book, and tell you all how sorry and saddened we are also. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Joellen Londrigan
November 17, 2013
Jackie, I just heard the news. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Linda Orr
November 16, 2013
So sorry to hear. Cheryl was our activity director at Montvale on two separate occasions. She was always professional and did
A great job.
Teresa Lynn
November 16, 2013
Jackie, You and your family are in my prayers. Teresa Lynn
JG
November 16, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7.
November 15, 2013
Jackie,You and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss of your mother. Teresa Lynn
Kenneth Jayne
November 15, 2013
To Cheryl daughters & Edrie my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Grace & Toad were my good friends from Thayer. (Drive in)
Judy Foster
November 15, 2013
To all Cheryl's girls & their families, sorry to hear of her passing, but we know she's in a pleasant place. she won't suffer anymore pain. I;m sorry I missed her Memorial service, but we were out of town.
November 15, 2013
Jackie, I'm so sorry about your mom. You and your family are in my prayers.
Elsie Ball
Kendra (Nichols) Kahl
November 15, 2013
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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