Cheryl Dickerson, Esteemed Community Advocate, Passes Away at 86

Cheryl Lynn Dickerson, an influential volunteer and community advocate in Waikiki, passed away on September 14 in Honolulu at the age of 86. Known for her charitable endeavors and passion for bringing people together, she was a cherished member of Hawaii’s hospitality and nonprofit sectors.

Born on July 16, 1940, in Thomas, Idaho, Dickerson developed a love for theater during her college years, which eventually shaped her vibrant personality. After relocating to Hawaii in 2006 to be near her son, Kelly Sanders, she became an active socialite and event organizer, supporting various causes, including the American Heart Association and Make-A-Wish Hawaii. Her legacy continues through her children and grandchildren, and a memorial service was held in her honor on October 10 in Idaho, with a private celebration in Hawaii planned for December.