of Little Rock, AR
February 18, 1951 - September 4, 2024
Cheryl Lowe Kitchens, passed away on September 4, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.
A woman, who experienced enough adventure to fill two lifetimes, has started her greatest and final adventure of all.
Cheryl started her adventures in Memphis, Tennessee on February 18, 1951. Born to George and Margie Lowe and sister to Betty, Kathy and George. As a young girl, Cheryl found the Lord at church camp and lived her life dedicated to him.
A few years later, at the age of 15, she would start her love story, when she met a cute, dark haired, basketball player, with great legs. Andy and Cheryl quickly fell in love and got married when they were 19. They had a love that was so strong and beautiful, it left a mark on anyone that was around them and a marriage to be admired and strived for. A deep love and romance that was so intense, it could be felt up until her last breath.
Cheryl and Andy started their next adventure with the birth of their four sons, Jason, Micheal, Kevin and Brandon. The boys were her pride and joy and there could not have been a better mother to them. She matched their energy and strength and would never turn down a chance to show them that she could do anything they could do and maybe even better.
Cheryl passed her zest of life and adventure onto her boys, who have the greatest memories made up of travel, camping, snow skiing, water sports and tennis, just to name a few. Cheryl's spirit is rooted deep in all her boys and her legacy will live on through them. Cheryl balanced her time being a mother to four rowdy boys, playing lots of tennis and helping Andy run his dental practice, with the help of a lot of icy cold Diet Dr. Peppers.
Her sons would help her start her next adventure of being a mother-in-law to Jen, Jamie, Kathryn and Caroline. Her daughters-in-law would have some big shoes to fill and pies to bake. They would learn her recipes, be pushed out of their comfort zones to try new adventures and sports and strive to be like her in so many ways. The love and admiration they have for her is so strong and always will be.
Cheryl and Andy becoming ''Nana and Pops'' would be her next adventure. Cheryl loved being a grandmother and cherished her 11 grandkids. Justin (19), Alyssa (15), Andrew (14), Kinley (14), Josh (13), Katelyn (12), Maggie (11), Elizabeth (10), Sophie (10), Anna Claire (7) and Jonathan (4).
Cheryl loved sharing all of her hobbies with them and spending time at the family lake house, where lots of baking, water sports, family games, and George Strait was being played, and westerns were being watched. Her grandkids all have parts of her personality in them and will carry her spirit in all of their future adventures.
Into Cheryl and Andy's ''Golden Years'', they spent their time traveling, flying on Andy's plane, bonding with their grandkids and making memories as a family of 21 that will last forever.
Cheryl will be greatly missed. Her strong personality, her laugh, her zest for life, the sparkle in her blue eyes- will never be forgotten. But it is time for her greatest adventure yet. And we look forward to joining her in that one too, one day.
Services will be 2:30pm Monday, September 9th in the Chapel of Immanuel Baptist Church, Little Rock with Dr. Rex Horne officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:30pm, until service time. Burial will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle.
The family requests that memorials be made in Cheryl's name to either Alzheimer's Arkansas, 201 Markham Center Dr., Little Rock, AR 72205 or Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
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34 Condolence(s)
Christi Kitchens Roselle
Thursday, October 17, 2024
What a wonderful touching eulogy
It was wonderful
Andy Blansett and Cheryl Blansett
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Sorry to hear about this today on our call. I know you guys had a special bond. Prayers for your family.
Jen Grady
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Andy... I just learned about Cheryl! She was SUCH an amazing woman! Just no words. I recently moved back from NY and got to see all of your boys and met their wife's all grown up at a wedding. You and Cheryl inspired my life in so many ways and were the best bosses! I've wanted to visit you both but wasn't sure how to get in touch. Please reach out when you can. My heart goes out to you all yet will always live within you!!!
Pam and John Mueller
Thursday, September 12, 2024
We sure had a lot of fun together over the years. We miss your beautiful smile and fun for adventure. Know Cheryl is up in heaven organizing a ping pong tournament or games of Around the World and Poor Kitty with her new friends and competitors. Miss you my friend!
Marilyn Sebourn
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
So very sorry to hear about Cheryl. Your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers, because I know how much she was loved and will be missed. I got to know Cheryl while we watched our boys play football and baseball together. Cheryl always had a great, welcoming smile and was so very down to earth. God be with you all and rest in peace, sweet Cheryl.
Sharon Woelm Hazelip
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Andy, l am so sorry to hear about Cheryl and did not know you guys lived here in Little Rock. We live in Maumelle! If I'd known l could have been at the funeral.
Our parents knew each other from First Baptist church there on 51 hyw. When the Lowes lived on Kensett St. Cheryl and I must have been around 6 or so and the best of friends; Many happy memories with Cheryl and her family.
Prayers for all of you.
Sharon
Ken and Bren Davis
Monday, September 9, 2024
Keith and Linda Gray
Monday, September 9, 2024
Andy, I am sad to hear of your loss. I’m praying that God will comfort you knowing Cheryl is in our Savior’s hands, and you will reunite one day. May God bless the family as you go through the grieving process together.
Karen Chalk Whitsett
Monday, September 9, 2024
Andy, I am so sorry to hear about Cheryl and so glad I was able to spend some one-on-one time with her at the last class reunion. Cheryl was a very special person and I'm sure the matriarch of the family. Our ties go back to the late 50's when we both attended the same church for many, many years. I lift up prayers for you, the boys and the grandchildren.
John and Kimberlee O’Donald
Monday, September 9, 2024
Andy and family,
Cheryl was such a fun lady to hang out with at our FDA meetings. She made me laugh and always feel welcome. She was a true and gracious lady. We send our condolences during this difficult time. She is at peace.
Love John and Kimberlee O’Donald.
Lance and Denise Kauffman
Monday, September 9, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss and hope all of your beautiful memories of your sweet mom will carry you through this difficult time. Love and prayers are sent your way!
Chris Dennis
Monday, September 9, 2024
I have not see her in years but every time I drive the house you guys lived in when Jason and I were in high school think of her. she was always kind and put up with all the boy that were always around and welcome. A very classy lady that will be missed. You are in my prayers.
Jan Nalley
Sunday, September 8, 2024
To Cheryl's dear family. To a great wife, mother, grandmother, friend. So many titles for a wonderful lady with unmeasurable love for her family & for all who knew her. She takes all that love with her. The Lord has called you home, for your work on earth is done. You & Andy raise 4 wonderful sons. You taught them to be great husbands, and dads. They love their families and that is the best accomplishment a mother and dad can hope for. A wonderful grandmother who loved unconditionally. You have joined all your loved ones in heaven...it's a great rejoicing. Your son's & Andy all carry your love and memories with them. It's a sweet, sad time for all who loved you. Rest in Peace in the glow of our father. God bless the wonderful life you led. Much love, Jan Nalley
Ray & Kathy Rhoades
Sunday, September 8, 2024
We have been friends with Andy & Cheryl and their amazing family through the Flying Dentists Association many years. We were honored to raise our kids in the group with them, so many fun experiences! May her sweet soul rest in peace. Take care of our girl, Lord, for she is one in a million!
Steve and Tara Schell
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Dear Andy, boys and families,
Cheryl was a force of nature. She amazed me in so many ways. I took cues from her on raising my own boys and for that I will be forever grateful.
She will be so missed by all of our FDA family. Hugs to you all
Love, Steve, Tara, Alex, Mikey Schell and family
Rob and Darlene Hunt
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Andy, our heartfelt condolences to you, the boys and their families, all the grandchildren, and all of Cheryl’s families. You and Cheryl always made us feel welcome when we visited. I will remember Cheryl’s welcome smile, her fearless athleticism, and her amazing grace. She was a fantastic Mom and grandmother to all the grandchildren. She will be missed. Love and prayers, Rob and Darlene
Marilyn and F.H. Lyons
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Cheryl was a beautiful person inside and out a good tennis player 4.5 self taught,she was an excellent athlete,whether hiking with her boys water and snow skiing. Her smile could light up a room, I feel fortunate to have had such a friend. Praying for Andy and family, Marilyn Lyons
Gil caver
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Andy you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Becky Martin Davis
Saturday, September 7, 2024
I will always remember Cheryl.
Such a sweet soul.
So glad I was able to see her and Andy at our class reunion.
Praying for the entire family.
Judy Chisholm
Saturday, September 7, 2024
I have so many happy memories of Cheryl! I remember skiing with her on a Girl's trip where we had to be checked for frost bite before we could get on the chair lift again.....and trying to keep up with her as she went flying down the slopes. Laughter and so much fun at the bridge table and the hours spent on the tennis court playing with her or watching her play ...so very well. What an athlete she was. Cheryl was also a lady in every way and in addition a good friend, wonderful mother and loving wife. My thoughts are with Andy, her 4 boys, their wives and her grandchildren who will miss her so much.
David and Mary Linda Fellows
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Andy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Cheryl always had the most beautiful smile. All Lowe girls did. You and Cheryl raised a beautiful family together and God was always the center of it. We are praying for you and the family. Cheryl is rejoicing in heaven now with her loved ones. We, too, will be there one day. Love you and the family.
David and Mary Linda
Celia Barton
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Kevin, Andy, Kathryn, and the boys: I remember Cheryl’s beautiful face, eyes, and boundless energy keeping up with her activities and amazing men. She was truly an inspiration and her memory will always be something to cherish. Celia Barton, Houston
Sandy Morton
Saturday, September 7, 2024
She was a beauty. We are so sorry for your loss.
Tamara (Love) Beckwith
Saturday, September 7, 2024
I have known Cheryl and Kitchens family for 26 years- I have soooo many wonderful memories of Cheryl-
She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
My heart and prayers go out to Dr Andy and the family.
Lisa Walker
Saturday, September 7, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Scott & Leslie Alperin
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Dear Andy and Family-
Cheryl was a magnificent matriarch of your family and she will be surely missed.
We know you have marvelous memories to try and focus on.
Please accept our most sincere condolences.
Warm Personal Regards,
Leslie and Scott
Linda Jones
Saturday, September 7, 2024
So sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. She was a beautiful lady
Barb beatty
Saturday, September 7, 2024
My deepest sympathy
Don Tummins
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Andy, Cheryl was beautiful inside and out. Such a sweet and precious lady. May God comfort you and the family during this time.
Don Tummins
Brenda Perrow
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Andy I am so sorry . Cheryl was a wonderful person inside and out.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family…
Linda Okii
Saturday, September 7, 2024
I went to elementary and high school with Cheryl. She has always been a beautiful and sweet person. I am thankful that I got to see Cheryl and Andy at our class reunion and am saddened to hear about her passing. My prayers remain with Andy and his family during their time of grief. May God bless you with strength and comfort.
Barbara Briner Meeks
Friday, September 6, 2024
An absolutely beautiful and smart and loved person. Gone way too soon but at least she is in God's protection now. Prayers for Andy and the entire family.
R L Bob Connor
Friday, September 6, 2024
Andy, Cheryl was such a beautiful and wonderful lady. You two were such a beautiful couple. My utmost sympathies are with you.
Bob
Brenda Grinder
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Beautiful always! She was a great Volleyball and Basketball player throughout jr and sr high school at Frayser… She was a sweet Christian always.