"Debbie, we are so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. She was a delightful lady and I know she will be missed by all of you. Our sympathies to you, Craig and the rest of the family."
In loving memory of
Evelyn M. Cherington
May 28, 2015
Evelyn M. Cherington, 92, of 624 Meadow Circle, more recently of St. Vincent's Home, peacefully passed away Thursday, May 28, 2015, surrounded by her family.
Evelyn was born in Baylis, Illinois to Thomas R. and Ethel E. Barnes Flynn and had one older brother, Gerald "Bud" Flynn. At the age of two, her family and she moved to Quincy, Illinois. She attended Emerson Elementary School and graduated from Quincy High School. While vacationing in California, during World War II, she met Louis M. Cherington, whom she later married on June 23, 1944. He preceded her in death on June 11, 1996.
She and Lou returned to Quincy, Illinois in 1955 and shortly thereafter, purchased a restaurant at the corner of 18th and Broadway that came to be known as "Cherington's". It proved to be a popular dining spot for Prairie Farms deliverymen, area residents, and visiting sports teams. She was an avid golfer and represented Cedar Crest Country Club in the Busch Cup Challenge for several years. Later in life she worked at an up-scale ladies clothing store called Leslie & Rickards and then managed TESS Fashions. Her sense of fashion and style was reflected in her retail career. She was the self-appointed baker who enjoyed creating all of the desserts for family events. Each dessert would have its own name that had a flurry of descriptive adjectives. While her children were in school, she was very involved with PTA. She also enjoyed playing cards with family and friends. In retirement, she concentrated on family and doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She and several friends frequented "The Village Inn" on Tuesday mornings, where their group became known as "The Golden Girls".
She is survived by her son, Craig (Erin) Cherington of Quincy; her daughter, Deborah (Larry) Davis of Quincy; four grandchildren: Kevin (Kasey) Corbit of San Francisco, CA; Caitlyn Cherington of Quincy; Colleen (Chris) Salvatori of St. Peters, MO; and Crystal Davis of Quincy; four great-grandchildren: Alexis Smolko of Marietta, GA; Ronan and Belle Corbit of San Francisco, CA; and Lily Davis of Quincy; a nephew Denny (Marilyn) Flynn of Hannibal, MO; two nieces: Diane (Matt) Kendrick of Hannibal, MO; and Deneal (Mark) Sullivan of The Villages, FL; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two of her children, Stephen and Andrea; a great-grandchild, Paityn Rae Long; her parents; her brother, Gerald "Bud" Flynn; and a great-niece, Jessica Tucker.
Services: 1:00 pm on Monday, June 1, 2015 in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with Rev. Chuck Sackett officiating.
Burial: Quincy Memorial Park
Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Sunday (May 31, 2015) at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers Quincy Humane Society or Blessing Hospice.
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Debbie so sorry to read about your mother, she was sure a classy lady, I always enjoyed visiting with her at my Aunt Leona's store always so cheerful, what a great photo of her in paper"
"Dear Debbie, Craig and families, We are thinking of you today as we send condolences on the passing of your mother. Best wishes and God's Blessings as you honor her long and fruitful life."
"My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one, Mrs. Cherington. May your fond memories of her and the resurrection hope Jesus spoke of at John 5:28 29 be a source of comfort to you during this sad time."
"SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER. WE HAVE BEEN HER NEIGHBOR A LOT OF YEARS. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF HER FAMILY"
"Debbie.......I am so sorry to read about your Mom. She was always so nice to all of us all thru high school and beyond......always a smile on her face. I am sure you will miss her terribly. My best to all your family. Jane (moose)"
"She was a great lady.. I was the waitress for "the golden girls" at the villge Inn..."