William Matthew Cherkas III Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 16, 2026, at the age of 68, William Matthew Cherkas III (Rocky Mount, North Carolina) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Matthew Cherkas III to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint William leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Matthew Cherkas, Jr. and Yuma Liles Cherkas; his wife Faye House Cherkas; and his brother Craig Alexander Cherkas. He is survived by: his sister Lisa Cherkas Nelson; and his nieces and nephews, Graham Nelson (Hannah) and Paige Nelson Grimball (Heyward).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Matt's memory to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Outreach Programs, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or the charity of your choice.
