Matthew Wimmer
I worked for Cherie at the USDA while I was in college at Iowa State. I cannot express the gratitude for her patience, understanding, and knowledge she gave to us all. I remember helping her move into her last residence and just the utter joy she put into everything she did. She put a lot of trust in me and gave me opportunities too numerous to mention, as well as showing me how to apply what I had learned. I promised I would always return to pay my respects. I am sorry I did not keep in better contact with her and had heard of her passing only after the fact.
I am forever in your debt, as you have helped shape the Microbiologist I am today. Godspeed my mentor and friend; I hold you in my heart on the daily.

