of Conway, AR
January 5, 1947 - February 4, 2025
Earl Guynn Cherry, age 77 of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday February 4, 2025. He was born in Texarkana, Texas to Javan and Jessie Cherry on November 5, 1947.
Earl is survived by his wife of 57 years, Pamela Irene Cherry; his sons, Cliffton Cherry and spouse, Shawn Key of BellaVista, AR and Christopher Cherry of Conway, AR. Sisters, Margaret Adcock and Mary Rudloff; grandchildren, Tyler Cherry-Key of BellaVista, AR, Devin Cherry of Odessa, TX, Jacob Cherry of Medford, OR, Elizabeth Cherry of Odessa, TX and Peyton Cherry of Glene Water, TX.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Javan Clifton Cherry and Jessie Jeanettie Cherry; brothers, Jessie Cherry and Randy Cherry, and sister, Elizabeth Crownover.
Earl's work-career in Odessa Texas began with his first full-time job with his dad, Pete Cherry, doing mechanical work at Whites Trucking. From there he was drafted. He completed his infantry training at Fort Polk, Louisiana from January 29, 1968, to March 22, 1968. He served for 2 years as a mechanic in Fort Ruker in Alabama. He then completed 4 more years in the reserve. He was Honorably Discharged January 1st. 1974.
He then worked for Sewel Ford, then Qualls Truck & Auto, followed by field engine and compressor mechanic for Waukesha, then went to work for Wharton Drilling taking care of all mechanical equipment. Then finished up with Cameron doing field engine/compressor packages, eventually working his way up to Field Supervisor, where he retired.
There will be a funeral service held on Friday, February 7, 2025, starting at 11:00am with a visitation from 10-11:00am at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
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12 Condolence(s)
Jan Davis
Thursday, February 6, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Will miss him, yall were a great and loving pair at the PB Fair. God bless his soul.
Judy Reynolds Rayburn
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Pam and families
So sorry about Earl.
He was a good man who fought the good fight.
Peace and Love
Judy
Willard Elrod
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Earl was a great friend and one nicest coworker who was always there for whoever needed him. He will greatly missed.
Debi and Roger Harris
Thursday, February 6, 2025
We will always cherish the sweet memories we had with you Earl and with Pam and with Chris and Clifton! We love u all very much and we are so sorry for ur great loss! Wish we could all be there but know someday soon we will see u again! Love from all the Brown’s and Harris
Beverly Holstein
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Jed Anderson
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Anytime I spent around Earl he was always kind hearted and just a pleasant person to be with. I’m sure he will be remembered with warmth and love. Our condolences for your loss. Love Jed and Christina
Velinda Burton
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
I will miss you Uncle Earl.
Liz & Bill Roberson
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Pam, you and your family are in our prayers. I’m so happy he’s with his Savior and out of pain. I’m sorry we can’t be there with you on Friday.
Please keep in touch.
Liz
Jamed and Rose Rainwater
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
James and My hearts breaks for you Pam. Earl is at peace and no more pain. Earl is deeply missed by James.
Fly High our friend.
Connie Lecompte
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Pam I'm sorry I can't be with you in your time of loss but know you're in my prayers
Oleta Page
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Prayers for Pam and the family.
Steve and Valerie Horner
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Love you Earl and we will see you someday soon in Heaven.
Condolences to the family.