FALL RIVER… Charles A. Cherry, 59, of Fall River, formerly of Newport, RI, passed away at his home on April 16, 2014.
He was the husband of Marlene (Heath) Cherry.
Born in Bronx, NY, he was a son of the late Randolph and Dolores Cherry. He had resided in Fall River for the last 10 years.
Mr. Cherry was a Vietnam veteran, serving in the United States Navy. He enjoyed helping others by painting and doing other odd jobs.
Along with his wife, Mr. Cherry leaves 3 daughters: Etelka Cherry of Fall River, Vera Brisco of Georgia, and Ayanna Brisco of New York, 2 sons: Albert Heath of Arizona, and Dwane Brisco of Washington D.C., his sister-in-law: Charlene Lackland and her husband Charles of Fall River, grandchildren: Bahja Cherry, Shereta Brisco, Anthony Brisco, Xavier Brisco and several other grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was father of the late Larry Brisco.
No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of SOUTH COAST FUNERAL HOME, 1555 Pleasant St. Fall River, MA.