Obituaries

Cheryl Ann Follett of San Mateo and Fremont/Newark, born February 11, 1933, died March 7, 2014 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She is survived by her sons John & Jim, daughter-in-law Carrie, brothers Allen, John & Ron, sister-in-laws Peggy & Gena, granddaughters Nicole & Samantha and their spouses Paul & Chasen and numerous, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband Roger, her parents Esther & John and her sister-in-law Rae.

She was hardworking and owned her own business in San Mateo. She was an active member of ABWA (American Business Women's Association) and received the Business Woman of the Year Award for San Mateo County. She retired in 1988. After retirement she spent much of her time volunteering. She was an active member of the Crystal Springs Auxiliary of CHS (Children's Home Society of CA). She also volunteered at LOV Newark (League of Volunteers) driving patients to doctor's appointments and chemo treatments, office work and helping with the Summer Rec Program for Kids. She was a loving, thoughtful and generous person who loved her family.

A private service will be held at the Fremont Chapel of the Roses.