Amos Lee Cherry, Sr. know to the family as “Marco” went home to be with his beloved wife on 56 years, Doris Holland Cherry. Amos was born May 1, 1939 on Railroad Avenue in South Norfolk, VA. He graduated from G.W. Carver in 1959. He was
employed for 45 years with Norfolk Public Schools.
He is the father of four children and is predeceased by two, Marco Cherry and Derick Cherry. He is survived by his daughter, Cecelia Swain of Brooklyn, NY and son, Amos Lee Cherry, Jr. (Verneida) of Virginia Beach, VA, also five grandchildren, Marquie Gregory, Jasmine Gregory, Mary Morris, Joseph Morris, Marco Cherry Jr., Ciara Freeman and Bobby Freeman; special friends, Delvin and Priscilla Johnson and host of other relatives and friends.
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Kiki says
March 12, 2019 at 8:59 pmSo sorry for your loss. May the God of tender mercies(Psalm 83:18) comfort and strengthen you for the days ahead, 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
Inethia Scott says
March 16, 2019 at 12:17 amMy thoughts and prayers go out to the Cherry family in the passing of your father. May you find comfort in knowing that God promised to be your refuge and strength, a very present help just when you need him most.
Skip McSwain says
March 16, 2019 at 10:03 amCc and Mikey I’m so sorry for your loss and I want you to know I love y’all guys and No that pops in a better place and he will be well taken care of if you need anything call me let me know
Clarence (Jake) Everette says
March 16, 2019 at 6:52 pmFrom the Everette Family, to the Cherry Family our Condolences, and Heartfelt Prayers for Comfort. It’s been so wonderful knowing this gentleman since I was a little boy, when he would come to my grandfather’s Barber Shop at 129 E. Liberty St. Awesome Friend!
Rochelle Peele (Wills) Granddaughter of Lee Wallace says
March 17, 2019 at 8:21 pmCondolences to the Cherry family from the Wallace family. Amos and family were long time friends and he will be missed, as will Mr. Lee and Alexander Wallace. These strong men were the backbone of our families. May they rest in peace.
Drew Smith says
March 18, 2019 at 6:55 amWe are so sorry for your loss. May peace and mercy be with you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are here for you if you need us.
Drew Smith and family.
felicia d cherry your niece says
March 18, 2019 at 10:35 amI am going to miss you so much uncle Amos
Joann W Cox says
March 18, 2019 at 11:39 amSending my condolences to the Cherry Family and you all will definitely be in my prayers and Mr Cherry will never be forgotten
Love Always Joann & Family
ROMONA MINNS says
March 26, 2019 at 12:04 pmMR. CHERRY,the best dressed man at James Monroe Elementary School, you will be miss. your co-worker–Romona Minns(MS. HOLLIDAY).