09/18/2026
The Crittenden County Community Coalition extends our deepest condolences to our secretary, Cherith Lakesha Minnis, in the passing of her beloved mother, Mrs. Cherilyn Minnis.
For more than half a century, she educated, loved, encouraged, and nurtured generations throughout our community. She had a special gift for seeing the unrealized potential in her students and challenging them to recognize it, believe in themselves, and reach higher.
Her influence extended far beyond the classroom. The lessons she taught, the lives she touched, and the love she poured into this community will continue to be felt for generations to come.
While her passing leaves an immeasurable void, her legacy of service, education, love, and dedication will live forever in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
We send our prayers, love, and heartfelt sympathy to Cherith, the Minnis family, and all who mourn this tremendous loss. May the memories of a life so beautifully lived bring comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Rest well, Mrs. Minnis. Your work, your love, and your legacy will never be forgotten.
