Cheryl Lynn Pemberton

July 19, 1946 - July 24, 2018

ADRIAN – Cheryl L. (Koch) Pemberton, age 72 of Adrian, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Hospice of Lenawee Home. She was born July 19, 1946 in Toledo, OH, the daughter of Leland and Elinor (Demlow) Koch and graduated from Sand Creek High School with the Class of 1964. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Siena Heights University. On August 2, 1986, Cheryl married John Pemberton, and he survives. As a registered nurse, Cheryl worked at Bixby Hospital, for Dr. Sarapo, and also for the Adrian Dominican Sisters. More recently, she taught nursing and adult education for the Lenawee Intermediate School District. Cheryl and John spent several years exploring the United States in their RV, and as work campers, often found jobs in the area where they were staying. They were members of the Escapees Camping Club and the Ma & Pa Bowling League. Cheryl and John also enjoyed ballroom and country western dancing. In addition to John, her husband of almost 32 years, she is survived by her children: Kevin (Veronica) Elliott of Archbold, OH, Laura (Lowell) Clarke of Holland, MI, Bryan Pemberton of Colorado Springs, CO, and Matthew (Sasha) Elliott of Sand Creek, MI; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; a sister, Melanie (Bernie) Hough of Kempner, TX; and two nephews, David and Benjamin. She was preceded in death by her parents. A Celebration of Life for Cheryl will take place Friday, July 27, 2018 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home in Adrian. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Hospice of Lenawee. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com