Birth date: Aug 23, 1944 Death date: Sep 30, 2014
Cheryl Berthelson Despaux passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 in Covington, LA. She was born on August 23, 1944 in New Orleans, LA to the late Fred E. Berthelson, Jr. and Corinne Gelpi Berthelson. Cheryl will be dearly mis Read Obituary
Cheryl was my very best friend. We became friends when our children were still toddlers..Stephie and Scott, and a little later Robbie came along. Our families became one, we enjoyed our Friday card games. While we played cards, Stephie took charge of Scottie and Robbie. She would play school and the two guys were the "pupils". And, there was the night she dressed them with hats, purses, lipstick and other clothes. She was so proud of all three of them, they came to us while we playing cards..we made comments about how wonderful they looked, so they left the room....and George, Bobbie, Cheryl, and myself ran to the garage where we laughed hysterically (but not so loud for the kids to hear!)..There are so many happy, happy memories of my dear friend, Cheryl. She was a wonderful mother, wife, and friend. So many loving memories she brings to us....I love you, Cheryl Ann, and miss you ...thank you for being in my life.
I met Cheryl in Medjugorje in 1987 when she came with group of pilgrims. I was her guide and that was my very first job. She was so wonderfull to me when I could hardly speak English. I have guided her groups for many years that followed. She became very dear friend. I was guest in her home in the USA and we shared some very special moments. Althoug we havent talked in years I thought about her a lot and kept her in my prayers. She will always remain in my heart. Mirela Cigic (Mickey)
I was blessed to have met Cheryl, who became inspirational to me in allowing me to lead groups to Medjugorje several times when she owned Travel Haus. Although I haven't seen her in years, she will always remain in my heart. Cheryl Cusimano
Our single most prevalent memory of Cheryl is her ever present warm smile. She smiles again. Amen Jimmy and Brenda Gelpi
Aunt Cheryl,
I will always treasure the great times we spent together shopping and preparing holiday dinners. You were a very sweet giving person.You will be dearly missed but never forgotten. Forever in our hearts until we meet again.
Monica, Brad & Joey
