Cherrie Lee Stephens was born June 28,1943, the second of Richard H. and LaVon Watkins Stephens. she is survived by her sisters, Darcy Dabek (Richard). Linda (Roger). her beloved Nephew Greg Oberg (Shari), Her Niece Jeanine (Kurt) and Grandnieces Katherine and Caroline Oberg.
Shortly after her birth the family moved to Pinehurst Idaho where she developed her love of the outdoors, especially roses and trees. Returning to West Seattle in 1949 she spent the rest of her life there. She attended Alki and Lafayette grade schools, Madison Junior and West Seattle High school, graduating in 1955.
As an adult she founded and ran The Cherry Tree day-care. After her partner left, she closed the business. She then found a perfect niche as an advocate for wounded veterans and worked passionately to get their justly due awards. She received an outpouring of thanks through her life from her grateful Vets.
Although she could be feisty, she had a heart of gold and a powerful love of her family. She will be deeply missed. At her request, there will be no services.