Person in history
Cheri Barry
Cheri Barry, American politician and mayor of Meridian, Mississippi (born 1955)
Life at a glance
- Died
- 2023 · December 24
Their story
Who they were
Cheri Barry, American politician and mayor of Meridian, Mississippi (born 1955)
Early life
Barry was born in 1955 in Mississippi. She developed deep roots in the Meridian community where she would later serve in public office.
Path and career
Barry was elected mayor of Meridian, Mississippi, where she served the city's residents and advocated for local improvements. Her tenure focused on economic growth and quality-of-life enhancements for Meridian residents.
Why this date
Cheri Barry appears on our December 24 calendar for 2023 as a death entry.
Sources
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Questions about Cheri Barry
When did Cheri Barry die?
December 24 2023.
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