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Donald E. Cheatem, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at the age of 76. Beloved Husband of Linda Cheatem, nee Sims, for a loving 40 years. Devoted Father of Donald (Molly) Cheatem, Letesha Anderson and Carlton (Marie) Spence. Loving Son of the late James Cheatem and the late Clara, nee Smith, Cheatem. Fond Grandfather of Cassidy Spence, Vanesha Culver, Clara Cheatem, Christopher Anderson, Chace Anderson, James Cheatem, Josephine Cheatem and Penelope Cheatem. Loving Great Grandfather of 7. Dear Brother of Willma (Tom) Cordy, Mary Louise Cheatem, Alma (Bill) Williams, Mary Ann (Verdell) Love, Denise Thurman, the late Bernice Echols and the late James Cheatem Jr. Dear Uncle and Great Uncle of many.
Family and friends are to gather for the Visitation Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, IL 60162 (Located between Mannheim and Wolf Road). Funeral to follow Thursday, October 24, 2024 FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE TO MEET DIRECTLY AT Rock of Ages Baptist Church 1309 Madison St Maywood, IL 60153. Visitation 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service celebrated promptly at 11:00 A.M. Interment to take place at 2:00 P.M. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. For additional info. Call (708) 449-5300.
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