Cheryl Ann (Wilkerson) Unfried, 62, of Allendale, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital with her family by her side. She was born on June 26, 1955 in Gibson County, IN the daughter of Jim and Nora (Reed) Wilkerson. She grew up in a large family having six brothers, Cheryl was a tomboy even in her pretty dresses. She married Raphael “Ray” Unfried on July 3, 1984 and together they enjoyed thirty three years of marriage.
Cheryl loved her family and friends. She also loved her animals and her pride is her painted horse “Cherokee”. She enjoyed decorating for the holidays with Halloween and Christmas being her favorite. She also loved listening to music, dancing and practicing her skills at sketched art. She also loved her Mopar’s and attending car shows. Cheryl treasured her time on the truck with Ray and visiting different places.
Cheryl will be remembered by her husband, Ray Unfried of Allendale; two daughters, Tracy (Jay Hillyard) Moler and Tammy (Tony) Nold both of Mount Carmel; one son, Michael Morrow of Princeton, IN; grandchildren, Zachary Clayton, Addison Moler, Shelly Moler, Emma Barrett, Jaxin, Ravin and Kaen Nold; six brothers, Tom (Pat) Wilkerson of Bruceville, IN, Richard (Barb) Wilkerson of Dale, IN, Leslie (Rosie) Wilkerson of North Carolina, Gerald Wilkerson, Ivan Wilkerson and Bruce (Sandy) Wilkerson all of Princeton, IN; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and sisters in law.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Nora (Reed) Wilkerson; and her grandparents, Reverend Frank J. and Grace Reed.
In keeping with Cheryl’s wishes she will be cremated and a memorial service will take place at a later date.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Cheryl’s tribute wall and leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.KeepesFuneralHome.com.
