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By the People, for the People
Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti, 68, Passes Away After Heart Surgery Complications
Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti, a longtime Ashland resident, died on January 20, 2026 following heart surgery.
Feb. 28, 2026 at 2:15am
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Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti, a 68-year-old resident of Ashland, Oregon, passed away on January 20, 2026 at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Oregon, following complications from heart surgery. Cheryl was known for her infectious laughter, warmth, and compassion, and will be remembered fondly by her family and friends.
Why it matters
Cheryl's passing is a loss for the Ashland community, where she had lived since 1964 and was a beloved member of the local community. Her obituary highlights the importance of heart health and the impact that the loss of a community member can have.
The details
Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti was born on February 20, 1957 in San Diego, California to Eugene Gilliam and Nan Franklin. In 1964, the family moved to Ashland, where Cheryl attended school. After earning her general education diploma from Medford Business College, Cheryl moved to Redding, California, where she was married for 10 years. She later returned to Oregon, living on the Oregon Coast before settling back in the Rogue Valley. Cheryl worked at Sterling Bank and the Stop N Go Market in Central Point.
- Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti was born on February 20, 1957.
- In 1964, Cheryl's family moved to Ashland, Oregon.
- Cheryl passed away on January 20, 2026 at the age of 68.
The players
Cheryl Rae Gilliam Minoletti
A 68-year-old resident of Ashland, Oregon who passed away following complications from heart surgery.
Eugene Gilliam
Cheryl's father.
Nan Franklin
Cheryl's mother.
Shawn Sutton
Cheryl's sister.
Sharon Toney
Cheryl's sister.
What’s next
A celebration of Cheryl's life will be held at The Butte Creek Mill in Eagle Point, Oregon on Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The takeaway
Cheryl's passing is a loss for the Ashland community, where she had lived for over 60 years and was known for her warmth, compassion, and infectious laughter. Her obituary serves as a reminder of the importance of heart health and the impact that the loss of a community member can have.
