Cheryl joined the bishop's staff in 2014 in order to support Bishop David. She is a computer scientist by vocation, previously working as an instructor and then as a business analyst at the University of New Brunswick.

She has lived most of her life in the Fredericton area. She worships at Christ Church Cathedral where she is also involved in the Godly Play ministry, worship music team and Daily Offices team. She is also an active adult volunteer with Scouts Canada.

Cheryl is married to Peter and they have three grown children.