Condolences

• October 04, 2025

  Marty Flaherty

  Very sorry to hear of Eric's passing. My condolences to all the Cherry families and friends grieving. Eric made us all laugh and feel better when in his presence. God bless.

• October 04, 2025

  Rick Hilton

  No one will know me most likely but my name is Rick Hilton from Oklahoma. Eric and I were in the Marine Corps together and lived in a 2 man room together for 8 months in 1994-1995 in Okinawa. I was put in his room when i first got to the island and thats how we met. We became friends immediately and it was like we had known each other forever. Eric was the most likable fun guy, best heart you could ever meet. Always a smile and laughing and we did so many things together. Literally sharing a 25x10 room. We always joked with each other about are accents , one Oklahoma okie and one strong northeast boston, totally different backgrounds. It was great. I have told stories about Eric to my friends and family for years, for the stuff we used to do together and how funny he was, just always fun with him. I literally was talking to my son today about him and he went to look him up and i came to find this news. I want to say im so sorry to hear of his passing and i pray for his family. This news was hard for me to take and i had to write this to express my sympathy. Eric was a great friend and always had a smile on his face and a big heart. To this day when i think of him i see him on our room together joking snd laughing, he was a great man

• October 03, 2025

  Eileen Dunphy

  I'm so very sad to hear of Eric's passing. The Cherry family was always a big part of our neighborhood and St Marys. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you 🙏

• October 03, 2025

  Timothy Dunphy

  To the entire Cherry family I am extremely sorry for your loss and growing up and knowing the Cherry family since childhood I know how much the loss means to everyone. He has always been a friendly and good person. He will be missed forever . Timothy Dunphy

• October 03, 2025

  Michael Milner

  My deepest condolences to the Cherry family. I worked with Eric at the VA Eric always had a genuine warmth smile in the morning and when leaving. One of the nicest guys to work with at the VA.

• October 03, 2025

  Dennis McA'Nulty

  Our condolences to the Cherry family and to all those mourning Eric's passing. May he rest in peace. The McA'Nulty Family

• October 02, 2025

  Frank Laske

  I work at the VA and interacted with Eric a few times a week with regard to linen and gown support for my MRI clinic. Eric was always a jovial spot in my day as we jousted about linen shortages (Where's my yellows I would often plead [yellow gowns are for bigger patients..lots of BIG patients]). A little Navy (me) Marine jabs (Eric). The oft recited the Marines are a department of the Navy (Marine response "The Men's department"). But seriously, Eric was almost always in a good mood. People in a good mood lift the moods of others. Eric delivered the goods in that regard. I'll personally miss him at the VA. Many others will as well. God bless you Eric, and your family.

• October 02, 2025

  Jason Bowden

  A true soldier gone to soon, my condolences to your family. You will be missed !!!

• October 02, 2025

  Patrick Connors

  Many summers spent on the West Dennis beaches. "This is the life, huh Itch! Gorgeous sunny day, playing cribbage with the boys and cold Bud on hand! Nothing better than this!' Two days later its pouring rain. "This is the life, huh Itch! Tucked inside, playing cribbage with the boys and cold Bud! Nothing better than this!" "So what you're telling me, Eric, is there's never a bad day to drink beer and play cribbage." "Pretty much!" Words to live by. Godspeed Eric. Miss you already

• October 02, 2025

  Bill Marsden

  A really good guy and a patriot. I'll miss him. Bill Marsden

• October 01, 2025

  Janet McGillicuddy

  So sorry for the loss of your brother. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Remember all the laughs together and his memory will live on. - McGillicuddy Family.

• October 01, 2025

  Maura Boudrot

  Eric I didn't really know you. But our paths sometimes crossed at the VA in West Roxbury. You always struck me as a kind young lad who was caring to everyone. I want to thank you for your service to our Country. I come from a family of Marines. I always go to mass at the Chapel at the VA. And I want you to know today when I went to mass. All your EMS brothers and sisters were there for you. What a beautiful mass in your tribune and what solidarity was there for you. RIP. know you are with our creator Lord Jesus Christ now. Simpler FI. Maura Boudrot

• October 01, 2025

  Robert Alves

  Semper Fi brother. There were never any dull moments with you around.

• October 01, 2025

  Tommy Clancy

  I am very sorry to hear of this news. Eric was a solid guy his entire life. My condolences to the Cherry family and all those grieving.

• October 01, 2025

  Janice Steinberg

  Words cannot even express our deepest sympathies.... Our families certainly were connected, lucky to have had you all as neighbors. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers. Rest easy Eric. Janice(Glynn) Steinberg

• October 01, 2025

  Alicia Dineen

  We are deeply sorry to hear this about Eric. Growing up across the street from the Cherry family was the best. He will be missed. The Coughlins

• October 01, 2025

  Lisa Marie

  Eric , you will be greatly missed , your infectious smile laugh , joking all the time , you truly were a great friend, good soul with a heart of gold , I'll make sure Kim is ok and she can reach out to me anytime I'll always be there I promise . You will always be missed my friend you were a blessing to many at the VA , May Jesus wrap you in his loving arms rest peacefully my friend . We all love you 😢💔🙏🏼🤍🕊️ PS I'll miss you always teasing me about Joey Lawless , thank you for all the sweet teas from Chick fil la Fly high with the angels Love Lisa Marie

• October 01, 2025

  Becky Silver-Aunes

  Pam and the Cherry family, Deepest sympathy for your loss. Eric was larger than life and will be missed by many.