My sincere condolences to Debbie, Janice, Amanda, Garrett,Ashlynn, and family. I was so shocked and heartbroken to hear of Cheryl's passing. Its taken me a while to deal with the fact that's she's really gone. This family has had a lot of loss over the years and to deal with another just seems so unfair. Cheryl had a much better memory than I but I think we met in around grade 3. I do remember she was the cutest little girl with the biggest smile and an even bigger heart. We became best pals and pretty much went through everything together as best friends do, learning some life lessons along the way. We laughed, cried, fought and made up, wore too much make up, wore our jeans too tight, chased too many boys, sang our hearts out to our favourite songs, ( we loved the movie Grease), and of course thought we knew everything. I loved Cheryl's family like my own and they treated me like their fifth child. Norma loved to have her hair brushed and I would take over when Cheryl had enough. I didn't mind as I would be rewarded with her matrimonial squares which were the best. We had lots of laughs with Grant as well.(and a few fights as I recall a vase flying across the living room). He was such a good kid and funny too. I still remember him calling their dog Patches, Haddam Paddam. I was always at Cheryl's house hanging out or sleeping over. Sneaking out was one of our favourite things to do. I remember one time Lavern knew of our plans and followed us around the neighbourhood as we toilet papered houses. He even scaled a high fence like a 20 year old. We were very impressed for about 10 seconds, then we knew we were in trouble. Seems like we were grounded every other week. That was one of our favourite memories to laugh and reminisce about with Laverne. I'm not sure what life lesson was learned there. I guess that Laverne was in better shape than we thought. These are just a few of my favorite memories that I cherish and I'm so glad I went through with Cheryl. She was such a positive bubbly and fun girl. Although we never saw each other for years we always kept in touch sharing pictures, stories,and updating each other on our lives. She was still the best friend I ever had and I will miss her deeply. She will always be in my heart. Rest in peace my friend and give your mom and dad and Grant a hug from me. Evie, Jeff, Tate and Tia van de Bennet

I am so sorry for your loss.! Your Mom was a beautiful soul. I truly will miss her bubbly personality and of course that contagious smile. I wish you all healing & peace. Marg Pertich