Cheryl Ann Gohman, 82, North Manchester, passed away on September 12, 2026, at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. She was born on March 19, 1944, in Wabash, Indiana, to Ralph and Anneadele “Ann” (Rager) McFarland. Cheryl lived a life marked by faith, service, talent, and kindness.
Cheryl graduated from Manchester High School in 1962 and went on to build a career that reflected both hard work and dedication to her community. She began working at Heckman Bindery and later became a truck driver. In time, she entered public service in North Manchester, serving first as Deputy Clerk Treasurer and later as the town judge, eventually retiring in 2006. In her role as judge, Cheryl was widely known for being fair, a quality that left a lasting impression on those she served.
On May 4, 1989, Cheryl married Charles William “C.W.” Gohman. Together they joined their children and became one family. Her family life was deeply connected to her faith, and she was a devoted member of Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Claypool, Indiana. Cheryl was a woman of strong faith who shared with others both her belief in Jesus and the importance of kindness.
Music and creativity were also central parts of Cheryl’s life. When she and her children were younger, they would go to different places singing gospel hymns. She was a talented woman whose gifts included painting, singing, and playing the piano. Cheryl generously shared those talents with others and especially instilled a love of music in her son, Barry.
The loving memory of Cheryl Gohman will be forever cherished by her husband, Charles William “C.W.” Gohman, North Manchester; children, Barry (Drema) Drudge, Danielle (Shawn) Bishop, both of North Manchester, Charles Scott (Andrea Campanile) Gohman, Palo Alto, California, Janis Gohman, Anaheim, California, and Candice (John) Besser, Phoenix, Arizona; brothers, Danny McFarland, North Manchester and Ted (Terri) McFarland, Elkhart; sister, Patti Prasad, Los Angeles, California; eleven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Jan Chalfant.
Family and friends may call Friday, September 18, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana. A celebration of Cheryl’s life will begin at the conclusion of calling.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Cheryl Gohman, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter, 50 East 91 Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240.
Cheryl will be remembered for her fairness, her strong and steady faith, her artistic gifts, and the kindness she carried into every part of her life. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.
The family of Cheryl Gohman has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
Condolences may be emailed to mckeemortuary.com