Cheryl McIntyre

Today I was going to share great news... like a shout out to the Pioneer Companion Club for giving over $1000 to the Fred Hollows Foundation. (Well done team).

But sometimes there's breaking news that's more important.

Just a few hours ago we were saddened to hear that Cheryl McIntyre has died. Cheryl was a much loved staff member at Marion Salvos, serving in our Community Support Team over the last 3-4 years, first as a volunteer receptionist and then as an employed support worker.

Cheryl had a deep, incredible and informed faith. She loved God and loved people. Cheryl cared for everyone that came to our centre and demonstrated the love and care of God to all she encountered. She was a strong, genuine and compassionate person. She would be the first to bring something from the paper or the news we may need or be interested in.

God made a one-of-a-kind when Cheryl was born and we were among the privileged that shared the journey with her. Lynette, Angela, Kerryn, Margaret and I were extra-privileged to get to see her this morning and spend some time with her husband, Geoff. It was another demonstration of their generous spirit, allowing us in to their private and sad time as they did.

Many of us have shed many tears today.

Thank you God for Cheryl. Thank you that we knew her. Thank you that she knew you and showed it.