Cheryl Lee Johnston's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in DeKalb, Illinois

Cheryl Lee Johnston

December 3, 1949 - October 14, 2025 (75 years old)

DeKalb, Illinois

Cheryl Lee Johnston's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in DeKalb, Illinois

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Finch Funeral Home

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Cheryl Lee Johnston

December 3, 1949 - October 14, 2025 (75 years old)

DeKalb, Illinois

Cheryl Lee Johnston Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Cheryl Lee Johnston of DeKalb, Illinois, who passed away on October 14, 2025 at the age of 75. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cheryl Lee Johnston to pay them a last tribute.

As Cheryl departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Cheryl. Though Cheryl may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She is survived by: her significant other Duane Cook; her sister Yvonne Johnstad of Lodi, California; her son James; and her daughter-in-law Tasha Miller of Rochelle. She is also survived by six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 20th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Fairview Park Cemetery (1600 S 1st St #8678, DeKalb, IL 60115).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Finch Funeral Home



Mon

Oct 20

Graveside service

11:00 AM

Fairview Park Cemetery
1600 S 1st St #8678, DeKalb, IL 60115

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