Cherie Ayala Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Cherie Ayala of Bryan, Texas, who passed away on May 20, 2026, at the age of 39, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Cherie leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Cherie may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her father Carlos "Charlie" Ayala Jr.; her son Seth Bernal; and her significant other Jimmy Galvan. She is survived by: her mother Peggy Pendley (Smith) of Aransas Pass, TX; her children, Alex Peace of Bryan, TX, Sha Ayala of Benchley, TX, Mia Ruiz of Byran, TX and Evelyn Ruiz of Bryan, TX; her stepchildren, Jimmy Jr. and Emma Galvan; and her siblings, Michael Ayala of Aransas Pass, Devin Ayala of Montgomery Illinois and Sonyi Ayala of Sargent, TX..
