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Cheryl Ann DeMatteo, 60 January 27, 1962 - June 13, 2022

HAVERHILL – Cheryl Ann DeMatteo, 60, died on June 13, 2022, at Massachusetts General Hospital due to complications from a tragic automobile accident.

Cheryl was born in Haverhill, the daughter of the late Shirley (Paradis) DeMatteo and late Richard E. DeMatteo. Cheryl was educated in the Haverhill Public Schools.

Cheryl was a free spirit and wild child who lived her life, her way. Never would you find Cheryl without a giant smile, spunky attitude, fearless disposition, and thoughtful nature. At her core was a heart bigger than her personality and her value of sentimental memories defined her existence. Selfless and genuine, her constant handmade gifts and heartfelt trinkets brought the true meaning of love and gratitude to every life she touched. She will be sorely missed for her larger-than-life energy and her deep sincerity, from which she never wavered.

Cheryl is survived by her sister Dianne (Punky) M. DeMatteo and her long-time partner Bruce Lewis of New Bedford, MA; brother Richard D. DeMatteo and his long-time partner Barbara Nolan of Haverhill, MA; sister Maryann and her husband Richard F. Adams of Manchester, NH; as well as three nieces Taryn Marie “Angel” Adams, Jaimie (DeMatteo) Giarrusso, and Jessica (DeMatteo) Cyr; great niece  Alyssa, and great nephew, Giovanni; as well as her sister-in-law and dearest friend, Judy (DeMatteo) Giannone. She was also the beloved sister of the late David M. DeMatteo and adoring aunt of the late Mindy Marie Lagasse.

Funeral services are private. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St., Haverhill. Contributions in Cheryl’s memory may be made to Emmaus House via mail to P.O. Box 568 Haverhill, MA 01831 or online at https://emmausinc.networkforgood.com/projects/142652-emmaus-donate-now .  Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com

Funeral services are private. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St., Haverhill. Contributions in Cheryl’s memory may be made to Emmaus House via mail to P.O. Box 568 Haverhill, MA 01831 or online at https://emmausinc.networkforgood.com/projects/142652-emmaus-donate-now .  Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com

Condolences(6)

  1. Jaimie Giarrusso says
    June 15, 2022 at 6:16 pm

    Fly high, Auntie Cherie, and rest easy. You found your peace and that brings me peace. Behave up there in Heaven, but keep that party going. Love you. ~xo~

  2. Rhonda Allen says
    June 16, 2022 at 1:27 am

    Punky, Richie and all of the family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May she Rest In Peace. 💞🌻

  3. Frank George says
    June 16, 2022 at 3:00 pm

    “Fairies wear Boots” I will always think of you. We had fun ! My thoughts and prayers to the DeMatteo Family. Punky and Richie Stay Strong Stay Well Love ya both! RIP …. Tomatoes

  4. A1 Deli ❤️ says
    June 17, 2022 at 5:20 pm

    A very sweet lady ❤️ May her Memory be eternal
    RIP ❤️

  5. Maryann says
    June 22, 2022 at 7:47 pm

    Not a day goes by when I don’t think of you. Being estranged from you was heartbreaking for me and my family. It was a difficult choice but the right one given the circumstances. You were a fighter from day one and right up until your very last breath. You are resting peacefully, something I can honestly say you haven’t done in a very long time. You are with Mom, David, Mindy and all your loved ones taken too soon. Please continue to look down on your little Angel. She is looking up at you.

  6. Connie King says
    July 20, 2022 at 5:22 pm

    Dianne, I’m so sorry to hear of your sister Cheryl’s passing. I read it in the Tribune today – so late. Please give me a call or an e-mail when you can. Love Connie

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