Cheridee Barker

Cheridee Benson Barker, 49, passed away suddenly on November 14, 2024, in Roy, Utah, due to medical complications. Cheridee was born on May 5, 1975, in Bountiful, Utah, to Brad Benson and Pamela Henderson.

She grew up in the Bountiful and Rose Park areas and later attended West High School and graduated from Bingham High School in 1993. Cheridee’s greatest accomplishment was her family, whom she cherished deeply. She lived a life filled with love, compassion, and service, constantly giving to her community. She was a proud advocate & volunteer for Circles, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families overcome poverty. She passionately worked to make a difference in the lives of others.

Cheridee was the perfect blend of sweet and sassy, known for her unwavering kindness and generosity. She had a gift for making everyone feel loved and welcome, often opening her home to those in need. She was a constant source of joy and laughter, and her absence leaves an immeasurable void in the lives of those who loved her.

Cheridee expressed her creativity in many ways, from painting on canvases at paint nights with loved ones, to baking and decorating cakes for family and friends. She also enjoyed crafting, outdoor adventures, and camping trips, especially 4-wheeling excursions. She loved attending horse races, traveling with her family, and taking short trips to Wendover.

She adored her granddaughter Nickie, her adopted granddaughters Aspynn, Natalie, Alice, and Xandria, as well as her nieces Kaisalyn, Sierra, and Aspen and loved spoiling all of them. Cheridee also cherished her dogs, Gryphon, LouLou, Chewy, and Kaiba, whom she considered her babies.

Her family and friends will forever remember her radiant spirit, her warm smile, and her ability to make any moment special. Cheridee, you were taken from us far too soon, but your love and legacy will live on in our hearts forever.

Cheridee is survived by her life partner and soulmate of 12 years, Shane Matejka; her children, Thomas Adam Barker (Carry Page Cabaness), Kaylee Lyn Barker, and Jessica Marie Barker (Joe Wayne Hanson); and her beloved granddaughter Nickie Rae Hanson. She is also survived by her parents, Brad and Maureen Benson, and Pamela and Andrew Stevenson; her brother, Zachary Lyn Benson (Brandi); four stepbrothers, Don (Tracy), Clifford (Melisa), Max (Melissa), and Levi (Natalie) Stevenson; stepsister Andrea Canard (Rob); and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Adam Brad Benson; her grandparents, Serge and Bondean Benson, and Marilyn and Foy “Slim” Goodman; and her favorite aunt Jacklyn Benson along with other loving aunts, uncles and family.

An evening viewing will be held Thursday November 21, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Myers Roy (5865 S 1900 W, Roy, UT 84067)
The funeral service will be held the following day Friday November 22, at 2:00 PM. A viewing will be held prior from 1:00-1:45 PM.(5865 S 1900 W, Roy, UT 84067) Interment will be held at Myers Evergreen Memorial Park following services. (100 N Monroe Blvd, Ogden, UT 84404)
A livestream of the funeral service will be available to watch at the link below and a recording will be preserved to view after the services have concluded.