O.Eldred "El" Cherry, age 86 of Eden, NC passed away on Saturday evening March 7, 2015 at Hospice home of Rockingham County.
A graveside service will be held 11a.m. Tuesday at Danview Cemetery.
Eldred was born July 9, 1928 in the Draper section of Eden to the late Orman Edward and Louella Kate Drewry Cherry. A lifetime resident of Eden, he graduated from Draper High School Class of 1946. El served two years of service in the U.S. Navy and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Elon College in 1952. He was the founder of Cherry Insurance Company in the Draper section section of Eden, where he worked before retiring in 2002. El served as Mayor of Draper for two terms, and was instrumental in the consolidation of the three towns, Leaksville, Spray and Draper joining as one municipality. El was active in the Draper Mechants Association and the Rotary. An avid golfer at Lynrock Golf Club, he also enjoyed country-bluegrass music.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, Walter R. "Snookie" Cherry, Harry W. Cherry,Joseph H. Cherry, Frank E. "Bill" Cherry, Russell D. Cherry, Clifford D. Cherry; sisters, Doris Ercelle Cherry and Sarah Cherry Garber.
He is survived by spouse, Jean Cherry; daughters, Karen Cherry Cox (Garry) and Cathy Cherry of Eden, Lisa Cherry of Wilmington and Amy Cherry Holland (Chris) of London, KY; grandchildren, Christopher and William Cox of Eden, Kate Honeycutt Clark of Wilmington and Joshua Holland of London, KY; great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will have a visitation on Monday evening from 6:30 till 8:00 Pm at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of the daughter, Karen Cherry Cox, 165 Malibu Street, Eden.
Memorial contributions may offered to Church of the Epiphany, 538 Henry Street, Eden,NC 27288 or to Hospice of Rockingham County, Po Box 281, Wenthworth, NC 27375.
Online condolences to www.fairfuneralhome.com
Lisa & family, Iam very sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family in the days and months ahead. Just remember to take on day at a time. GOD BLESS Tim & Judy Carter
Tim Carter
To the Cherry family, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. cherry's passing. He was always so nice and a kind business man. I am praying for you. May God bless and comfort you during this diffult time. May you find strength in Jesus, love in Christ, Nancy Raines.
Nancy Raines
Karen, Jean and Family, Thinking of you all at this difficult time, hoping for the peace and comfort that only the Lord can provide. El was truly one of the best! Hold on to those precious memories and they will make you smile. Love and prayers.
Susan Stewart Stultz
Our sincere sympathy to you, Jean and family, upon the loss of a great person. We will be thinking and praying for you during this difficult time.
Larry Kendrick
Dear Cerry family, my heart breaks for you all. There are only fond memories of a kind man, good father and friend to my family. You are all in my heart. Debby
Debby Self Scott
Lisa, Kate, Cathy, Karen & Cherry Family my prayers are with each one of you all during this difficult time. May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you and give you comfort. With my Deepest Sympathy,
Lisa Wright-Hines
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I have know him and your family all my life and he went to high school with my Mom. I will be praying for your family during this time of grief.
Kathy Carter Bowman
I knew El for as long as I could walk up town in Draper,I'd open his office door when I walked by to just say hello, then walk on through town, my Father & he were best buddies, hunting, fishing, all the fun things to remember him by, he was a pleasure to be around, he was so knowledgeable in so much, He was a good role model and a great Father & Husband, El was kind to all, he'll sorely be missed!!!
Lee Gauldin
I have just learned of El's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure working for him and the funny stories I remember about that. You girls have my deepest sympathy.
Donna K. London
I was so sorry to hear this news. El was the sweetest man and I know he will be missed. My deepest sympathies to The Cherry family and friends.
Jada Chambers Johnston
Karen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you during this difficult time.
Carol Blakely
I am so sorry to hear of El's passing. I remember seeing him so much when all of you were young and would come to Becky's and I would always come there to play. I knew he had been sick for,a while, but now he is at rest. Deepest sympathy to all of you.
Susan Pulliam Childrey
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