CHERYL ANN CLARK ROACH,
aged 74, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on the afternoon of April 26, 2020; dying peacefully in her sleep after suffering many years from the debilitating effects of COPD. Cheryl was born September 12, 1945 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Lydia Pauline (Little Billie Bradshaw) and Russell H. Clark. From a young age, Cheryl loved the Lord, her family and dance. While attending Arkansas State Teachers College (now UCA), she met the love of her life, Ronnie Roach and they were married shortly thereafter. Blessed with three children, Cheryl’s day-to-day life revolved around her kids. Sports, piano lessons and school projects dominated her schedule. Most importantly, she was able to impart upon her children a love and faith in God that resonated throughout their lives. Sundays worshiping at Tyler Street Baptist Church was at the heart of every week. And though she battled health issues for all her adult life, Cheryl was fond of saying, “it is well with my soul.” She never failed to relate to people the “blessed assurance” of her salvation through Christ Jesus. In her later years, Cheryl adored her grandchildren. She lived for their visits, their laughter and their love. The thing she hated most about COPD was that it took from her the ability to work in her yard and attend her grandkids special events. Cheryl loved to give presents. Nothing expressed her love quite like the gifts she could bestow on other people to make them smile. Holidays, especially Christmas, were important times of joy for Cheryl as family always mattered most. She loved snow and thunderstorms. And, she liked pizza. With no cheese.
Cheryl was preceded in death far too early by her husband of 39 years, Ron Roach, Sr. and by her parents, Russell and Billie Clark. She is survived by her children, Ron Roach Jr., Debbie (Danny) McCuin and Jason (Beth) Roach and five beloved grandchildren, Jordan Daniel and Keeton Clark McCuin and Riley Grace, Maggie Faith and Annie Love Roach. And two brothers, Ronnie (Francine) and Rusty Clark.
Special thanks is given to her daughter, Debbie, brother, Ronnie Clark and close friend, Dee Milton, for the love they poured out while caring for Cheryl’s daily needs as she struggled with the ravages of her illness. That was no easy task. And, there are special jewels in all of your crowns.
And while a host of family will miss her here on Earth, the stars above shine brighter because of Cheryl’s presence in Heaven. Private family services will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park. To sign the online guestbook, click “Add A Memory: at: www.griffinleggetthealeyroth.com.