Ms. Kelly Cherry, 81, died on March 18, 2022. She was born on December 21, 1940 in Baton Rouge, LA. Ms. Cherry made her home in Halifax County. Ms. Cherry was a novelist, poet, and essayist. She was named the State Poet Laureate by Governor Bob McDonell in 2010.
She is survived by her beloved Booker {her little boy}. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Burke Davis III.
To the caregivers/friends that went above and beyond bringing joy to her life each day; Wanda Saunders, Ana Stewart, Donna Owen, Elizabeth Shelton, Julie Turbyville, Linda & JP Smith.
A private service will be held at the pond at her home at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Ms. Kelly Cherry.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.
Arrangements are by: Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.
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