Cherokee Alvin Christie, born on September 11, 2002, went to his eternal home September 13, 2025. Cherokee was welcomed with open arms by his brother, Austin Brooks. His Mama/Great Grandma Linda Kay W. Locklear. Paternal grandparents Willa Carol Warriox and Donald Oxendine and Uncle Jonathan Oxendine.

His legacy will continue through his children, Cherokee Kaylem, McKenzie Jade (Carrie) and Aryiah Lillie Kay (Amiah), his sisters, Hailey, Leeani, Paris, Tristoni, Tehya, and Talora, his brothers, Traven, Tehyton, Jayden, Konner and Kayden, his parents, Linda Lynn Christie and Jeffery Oxendine, grandparents, Lacy and Robin Taylor, aunts, Cheyenne (Alex), Shelby, Sommer (Camron), Starr, Jennifer C., Jeanine, Jennifer O., Joanie, and Allie, uncles, Geronimo, Daniel and Joey, one special aunt Connie Ray, also an abundance of cousins and friends.

Cherokee had a spirit unmatched, a smile that was contagious, a sense of humor that was outpouring. He spent his days being the best father to his children, the best big brother to his siblings, the biggest headache to his aunts, and a best friend anyone could wish for. He enjoyed fishing, taking trips and being with his family. Cherokee shared many great memories with everyone he met. His memory will continue to live within each and every person he encountered.