Cherie (Carpenter) Neal Munoz, 80, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born December 20, 1944, in Augusta, GA, Cherie attended Mount St. Joseph and graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 1962.  She received her associate's degree from Augusta College.  After moving to Pensacola in 1972, she began working for the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families and retired as a Supervisor after 29 years of dedicated service.

Cherie and her husband Noel met through their local bowling league where they shared a love of the sport.  Cherie remained deeply connected to bowling throughout her life. For many years she was a proud and enthusiastic member of leagues at Fulton's, Liberty, DeLuna, and Cordova Bowling Lanes. There she formed friendships and created countless memories that she cherished, even celebrating her 80th birthday bowling with her family just this past year.

Her greatest pride was her family. Cherie will be remembered for her gentle strength, her witty sense of humor, and the unwavering love she gave to those around her.  She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith and peace that will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Cherie is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Noel Munoz; her daughters, Elizabeth McGee and Melanie (Doug) Bailey; son, David (Ashlie) Neal, Jr.; her grandchildren, Tyler (Caitie) McGee, Kyle (Peyton) McGee, Jacqueline (Jake) Molina, Chris (Kathryn) Neal, Rainey (Justin) Burns, Jack Bailey, David Neal III and Julia Neal; great-grandchildren, Barrett, Emilia, Cooper, Lucy, Clark, Camden, Brooks, Shep and Wells;  brother in law, Joe May; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is reunited in peace with her parents, French Carpenter Boyd and Jack Carpenter; her sister, Carolyn May; and her brother, George Carpenter.

Cherie's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 12:00 pm at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 303 S. Navy Blvd, Pensacola, with Fr. Will Ganci serving as Celebrant.

Interment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS Pensacola.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 am until noon at the church.

The family would like to thank her caregivers at People's Home Health and the entire hospice team, and Louann Boughner who lovingly cared for her.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Valerie's House Pensacola or a charity of your choice.