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      A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date by the family.

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      Cheryl T. Mosley, 66, of Collinsville, IL, formerly of Tampa, FL, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at her home in Collinsville, IL.

      She was born on August 13, 1958, in Hillsborough County, FL, to Ezelle and Matrid (Ashwood) Mosley.

      Her passion for music, especially R&B, was a lifelong companion. In her youth, she was a vibrant member of a 70's cover band, where her soulful voice captured the essence of an era that she loved dearly. But Cheryl's greatest gift was her heart. She was the cornerstone of her family, the one everyone turned to in times of need. As the family matriarch, she selflessly cared for her parents and siblings in their later years, always putting their needs above her own. Cheryl's boundless love and compassion extended beyond her family; she touched the lives of all who knew her with her nurturing soul and fun-loving personality.

      Though she spent much of her life tending to others, Cheryl's light never dimmed. Her strength, resilience, and sense of humor remained unshaken, leaving those around her inspired by her kindness and vitality. Cheryl's memory will forever live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She was a beacon of love, laughter, and generosity, and her legacy will continue to shine brightly in the lives she touched. She was a treasured mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

      She is preceded in death by her parents, Ezelle and Matrid Mosley; siblings, Matrid Shabazz, Richard “Ray” Ashwood, Al Ashwood, Herb Ashwood.

      Cheryl is survived by her children, Airiel (Wes) Woodell, Seidina (Steve) Masengarb, Avery (Amanda) Mosley, Jibrail Shabazz; grandchildren, Naomi, Conrad, Eden, Juliana, Sadie, Satara, Deja, Malex, Isla; brother, James Ashwood;partner, Brian Walker; nieces, nephews, and many loving friends.

      A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date by the family.

      Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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    1. June Benderman / October 3, 2024 at 7:06 am

      I am so grateful I got the pleasure of getting to know Cheryl this last year. Cheryl loved talking about how talented her grandkids are and was so proud of them and her Adult children.
      We had lunch a couple weeks ago and she was very excited about cooking for her family for Thanksgiving watching the plays and recitals and of course, watching football.
      I will miss her big smile and the fact that we were drawing closer and sharing so much more as time was going by. I just want her family and lifelong friends to know she loved you all and would light up as she shared parts of her life. Cheryl will be missed so much. Praying for her family and all who were in her life.

    2. Kip Howard / October 3, 2024 at 8:55 am

      I can honestly say that she was one of the kindest, most considerate people I ever met. She had a way of making everyone around her feel at ease, and had a great sense of humor.
      Fly away home to paradise, beautiful songbird.❤️

    3. Cheryl Hulme / October 3, 2024 at 9:30 am

      Thank you for sharing your mother with us, her friends and Church family. She was bright and fun, and I enjoyed talking to her and meeting with her on several occasions to learn About some of her history and some of the things she loved. And she surely loved her children and grandchildren.
      I pray for blessings and the peace of God to all of those who loved her.

    4. Cathy Campagna / October 3, 2024 at 12:25 pm

      Cheryl was such a sweet and loving person. She always loved talking about her family. She was so proud of her kids and grandchildren. She will be missed by many

    5. Daisy Rodriguez / October 4, 2024 at 7:39 am

      Mom you were one of the best things that ever happened to me. I cherish every lecture, every stern word, all the laughter, the jokes and everything in between. Thank you for always looking out for your adopted Puerto Rican daughter (me) and my babies. You opened up your heart and your home always. I can hear your laughter in every memory and that side glance too lol. I love you so much. Fly high Momma.

    6. Heather Fonte / October 4, 2024 at 2:27 pm

      Cheryl was a truly beautiful soul, with a personality and smile that lit up any room she entered. She had an incredible way of making everyone around her feel seen, valued, and loved, and her warmth touched so many lives. I had the privilege of meeting Cheryl while I was in high school after becoming friends with her daughter, Seidina. I will forever cherish those memories we all made during those times. Fly high, Cheryl!

    7. Theodore Vincent Floyd Sr. / October 4, 2024 at 5:03 pm

      Cheryl was a loving and kindhearted person. She always kept things upbeat no matter what was going on around her or in her life.
      She was the beautiful voice to everything we played and provided her personal touch to our original music. I’m so grateful that we were able to capture those moments digitally.
      I’m so thankful that we communicated weeks before she left us. I never thought for one moment that when we said goodbye, that would be the last time we would speak to each other.
      I thank the Lord that she was apart of my life. She was a talent, an inspiration, and a tireless soul keeping us together. I’m going to miss her so very much.

    8. Keith Monroe / October 4, 2024 at 5:22 pm

      Cheryl was a very kind person. We went to college together and we shared a love for music and she was a talented singer. I was the drummer of the 70’s cover band and I introduced her to the band members and we enjoyed using our God given talent. She was a dear friend that I will surely miss. Rest well my friend 🧡

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