Cheryl A. Bales

Cheryl A. Bales

Nee: Vocu

Age 66, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 at her home with family by her side.

Survived by her loving husband Doug Bales; children Edward (Brooke) Bales and Robert Bales; father James Vocu Sr., sister Donna (Bill) Struthers; brothers James (Kathy) Vocu Jr., Dennis (Brenda) Vocu and John (Debbie) Vocu; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Her dogs Poppy and Skeeter will miss her much.

Preceded in death by her mother Doris Vocu.

Born in Joliet, a lifelong resident. Cheryl was employed by Trinity Services for over 25 years as a nurse. She loved to cook for everyone, go fishing and read. Cheryl would do anything for everyone. She was especially beloved by her nieces and nephews whom she showered excessively with love, affection and gifts.

A Celebration of life will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2025, 7:30 p.m. at the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home. Visitation Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until time of service.