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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

Stephen Edward Cherry, Sr.

January 19, 1954 – September 11, 2023

Stephen Edward Cherry, Sr., 69, of Huntingtown passed away September 11, 2023. He was born January 19, 1954 to Edward Cummings and Bertha Elizabeth (Gower) Cherry. Steve loved spending time at home in the garden with Denise and playing in the pool with his granddaughter Elizabeth. He also enjoyed woodworking and 3D laser printing in his workshop. He loved to walk, hike, and travel with Denise, and enjoyed a once in a lifetime trip to England, Ireland, and Scotland in 2016 where he got to visit many castles, historic landmarks, and distilleries. He also loved traveling locally around Maryland and Virginia to visit Longwood Gardens with Denise or take a day trip to visit with the kids and try out a new restaurant or local festival.

As his friends and family know, Steve’s favorite genre of movies, tv, and books were Sci Fi, and his favorite band of all time was Pink Floyd. Steve’s favorite concert was David Gilmour at Radio City Music Hall in 2016.

When his kids were younger, Steve led the Boy Scout Troop, and was on the sidelines at many of the marching band competitions, baseball games, and volleyball games cheering the kids on.

He was lovingly nicknamed the “Huntingtown Waver”, as he always greeted everyone with a big smile, wave and friendly “hello”. He was a great husband, father, and friend to all and will be very missed.

Stephen is survived by his wife Denise Cherry, children Stephen Cherry, Jr. (Ronnie Apperson) of North Chesterfield, VA, Daniel Cherry (Erica Voss) of Huntingtown, Lauren Griffiths (Justin) of San Diego, CA, and David Cherry (Megan) of Randallstown, MD, granddaughter Elizabeth Cherry, cousin Fran Gower and Bonnie Bergstrom, and godson Nicholas Boito.

In lieu of flowers donations in Steve’s name can be made to the American Diabetes Association at the address and link below.

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Visitation

Monday, September 18, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church

8816 Chesapeake Avenue
North Beach, MD 20714

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Services

  • Memorial Mass

Monday, September 18, 2023
11:00 AM

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church

8816 Chesapeake Avenue
North Beach, MD 20714

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Interment

  • Private

Contributions

American Diabetes Association

2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900
Arlington, VA 22202

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    Margaret Campbell
    14 Sep 2023
    2:45pm

    Denise and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this great loss. God bless you all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

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    Barb and Brad Michael
    14 Sep 2023
    4:47pm

    Denise, Lauren and family, Steve was an amazing man. Brad and I will never forget the amazing Maryland seafood that he introduced us to, boiling crabs and frying oysters. He was a very kind, generous and loving man. He will be so missed by so many. Rest in peace Steve.

    Love Barb and Brad Michael

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    Ray Smith
    14 Sep 2023
    5:54pm

    Prayers and Blessings to the Cherry family. Steve was a trusted colleague and friend. May he Rest in Peace.

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    Solomons
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    Rachel Christian
    14 Sep 2023
    6:18pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with the Cherry family during this difficult time. He was a great man, always with a smile on his face and loved his family. He will be missed greatly. ♥️

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    Irene and Pat O’Brien
    14 Sep 2023
    6:33pm

    Denise and family,

    Words cannot express how sad I was to hear of Steve’s sickness and now passing. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. God bless you all 🙏

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    Nida June Bikle
    14 Sep 2023
    7:54pm

    Denise. Phil and I want you to know how heartbroken we are to hear about Steve. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. And if there is anything we can do for you and your family please don’t hesitate to ask. Nida and Phil Bikle and Charles and Donna

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    HUNTINGTOWN
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    LARRY SWINDELL
    14 Sep 2023
    10:57pm

    May he rest in peace. Steve was a kind, cheerful man, a skilled technician and trainer.

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    Jay Elliott
    15 Sep 2023
    10:11am

    Steve was a great coworker. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend. He will be missed.

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    Jackie Justice
    15 Sep 2023
    12:19pm

    Denise and family-Steve was such a kind soul and a great guy to work with at Exelon. He was always happy and shared his big smile! He will be missed by all. Sending prayers and knowing that Steve is smiling down on you.

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    Bridget Horner
    16 Sep 2023
    5:28pm

    Steve was as a wonderful co-worker, always cheerful and professional, and always helpful. It was a pleasure to work with him. I am so sorry for your loss.

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    Easton
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    Ayo Adegoke
    18 Sep 2023
    11:30am

    Denise and family – Steve was a great person, fun colleague, and always had a smile and laugh to brighten all occasions. I had the honor of working with him from 2013 to 2016 at EXELON and I will miss him.

    I am so sorry for your loss.

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    Tampa
    State
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    Barbara & Frank Brady
    18 Sep 2023
    12:32pm

    Denise and family,
    I was shocked to hear of Steve’s passing. He was my “twin” born on the same date and in the same hospital. He certainly was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. So many memories to remember him by. He will be missed by many.
    May the Lord give your comfort and peace during the difficult times ahead.
    Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.

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    HUNTINGTOWN
    State
    MD
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    Lois
    20 Sep 2023
    2:25pm

    The world is a much poorer place without your wonderful presence, Steve. You were such a wonderful person and taught me quite a lot about how people should be.
    You are much loved and missed and I am forever grateful to have been able to call you friend.
    Denise, if there is anything you need that I can help with, I am here.

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    Aurora
    State
    il
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    Morgyn Taylor
    20 Sep 2023
    3:44pm

    Steve’s spirit and energy constantly gave me hope/proved that work can be fun. His presence was always known/looked forward to in the best way possible and appreciated. Every interaction I had with Steve left a smile in the air. May he rest easy and his family in peace.

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    Margaret Campbell
    14 Sep 2023
    2:45pm

    Denise and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this great loss. God bless you all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

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    State
    MD
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    Barb and Brad Michael
    14 Sep 2023
    4:47pm

    Denise, Lauren and family, Steve was an amazing man. Brad and I will never forget the amazing Maryland seafood that he introduced us to, boiling crabs and frying oysters. He was a very kind, generous and loving man. He will be so missed by so many. Rest in peace Steve.

    Love Barb and Brad Michael

    save
    City
    Jackson
    State
    Ohio
    Reply
    Ray Smith
    14 Sep 2023
    5:54pm

    Prayers and Blessings to the Cherry family. Steve was a trusted colleague and friend. May he Rest in Peace.

    save
    City
    Solomons
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Rachel Christian
    14 Sep 2023
    6:18pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with the Cherry family during this difficult time. He was a great man, always with a smile on his face and loved his family. He will be missed greatly. ♥️

    save
    City
    Chesapeake Beach
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Irene and Pat O’Brien
    14 Sep 2023
    6:33pm

    Denise and family,

    Words cannot express how sad I was to hear of Steve’s sickness and now passing. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. God bless you all 🙏

    save
    City
    Sunderland
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Nida June Bikle
    14 Sep 2023
    7:54pm

    Denise. Phil and I want you to know how heartbroken we are to hear about Steve. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. And if there is anything we can do for you and your family please don’t hesitate to ask. Nida and Phil Bikle and Charles and Donna

    save
    City
    HUNTINGTOWN
    State
    MD
    Reply
    LARRY SWINDELL
    14 Sep 2023
    10:57pm

    May he rest in peace. Steve was a kind, cheerful man, a skilled technician and trainer.

    save
    City
    Springfield
    State
    VA
    Reply
    Jay Elliott
    15 Sep 2023
    10:11am

    Steve was a great coworker. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend. He will be missed.

    save
    City
    Indianapolis
    State
    IN
    Reply
    Jackie Justice
    15 Sep 2023
    12:19pm

    Denise and family-Steve was such a kind soul and a great guy to work with at Exelon. He was always happy and shared his big smile! He will be missed by all. Sending prayers and knowing that Steve is smiling down on you.

    save
    City
    Chicago
    State
    Illinois
    Reply
    Bridget Horner
    16 Sep 2023
    5:28pm

    Steve was as a wonderful co-worker, always cheerful and professional, and always helpful. It was a pleasure to work with him. I am so sorry for your loss.

    save
    City
    Easton
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Ayo Adegoke
    18 Sep 2023
    11:30am

    Denise and family – Steve was a great person, fun colleague, and always had a smile and laugh to brighten all occasions. I had the honor of working with him from 2013 to 2016 at EXELON and I will miss him.

    I am so sorry for your loss.

    save
    City
    Tampa
    State
    FL
    Reply
    Barbara & Frank Brady
    18 Sep 2023
    12:32pm

    Denise and family,
    I was shocked to hear of Steve’s passing. He was my “twin” born on the same date and in the same hospital. He certainly was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. So many memories to remember him by. He will be missed by many.
    May the Lord give your comfort and peace during the difficult times ahead.
    Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.

    save
    City
    HUNTINGTOWN
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Lois
    20 Sep 2023
    2:25pm

    The world is a much poorer place without your wonderful presence, Steve. You were such a wonderful person and taught me quite a lot about how people should be.
    You are much loved and missed and I am forever grateful to have been able to call you friend.
    Denise, if there is anything you need that I can help with, I am here.

    save
    City
    Aurora
    State
    il
    Reply
    Morgyn Taylor
    20 Sep 2023
    3:44pm

    Steve’s spirit and energy constantly gave me hope/proved that work can be fun. His presence was always known/looked forward to in the best way possible and appreciated. Every interaction I had with Steve left a smile in the air. May he rest easy and his family in peace.

    save
    City
    Baltimore
    State
    Maryland
    Reply

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