I went to Safeway today. I went to the meat counter. I had not seen Cheryl in a while so asked about her. They told me she had died. Deep and sudden sadness. It's the little things.....the day to day relationships....the day to day encounters ....that   matter. Cheryl and I talked about family - my grandsons - life- in her baseball cap and white work coat - leaning over the display counter - putting ice on the salmon - always the smile. We brushed up against one another - in the supermarket - Honestly - I cried when I got home. My life was better because of this simple chance "friendship".....

Cheryl was my neighbor for 16 years. She was always friendly and if you stopped to say "hi" you needed to allow at least 20-30 minutes. One time we got to talking, and I forgot I had vegetables steaming on the stove. When we finally parted company and I went back into my house, the aluminum pot had burned dry and aluminum had melted on to my stove top, which never went away. Every time I cleaned my stop top I thought "that's from that time I was talking to Cheryl!"

Cheryl was very generous. Even when her schedule did not allow her to attend such neighborhood events as the Neighborhood Night Out picnic or Jane & Mike's Cookie Exchange, she'd still drop by with an armload of food for the occasion.

Her presence in the neighborhood will be missed. Barb Gibbens


Cheryl I should have gotten up and spoken at your service.  I met you in junior high and you became an instant friend. You met Sam and that started your life and we didn't see each other much. We reconnected later and took up where we left off.  You moved to Ft. Collins and I remember being snowed in out where your first house was by the Budweiser factory.  We stayed in touch and you were always there whenever asked.  Our contact stayed for a number of years until I became to busy with my kids. Darrin and I visited tonight he reminded me that and we came to your current house with a couple of our kids.  I actually was there numerous times before. He took your bike for a ride to give us extra time to visit. And wrecked your bike. I will always remember the great times we had together. He also said what was hambone. I reminded him.  She was and is the apple of your eyes.  Rest in peace sweet friend.

To Cheryl's Family- we were neighbors of Cheryl for almost 20 years!  She was incredibly kind. In 2013 our basement flooded. It was a stressful day. Without knowing what was going on, Cheryl left a candle and red roses on our porch. She added a happy moment to a treacherous day. In winters' past, she and my husband would be out shoveling at night- chatting away and sometimes sharing a few beers. Whenever I went to Safeway and she was working, Cheryl sure did fuss over me- wanted to make sure I had fresh chicken if I wanted it and always wanted to help me find things.  We will miss her, but we are so happy she was part of our time on this earth. All our sympathy- Francesca and Pat. 

Dear Cousins and Cheryl‘s Family, 
I am so sorry to hear about Cheryl’s passing. My memories of her are almost all from our very early years when we would visit Uncle Lyle  and the family at the house (I think it was on a farm,  maybe near Sterling?). We had some good adventures, and out of all the many Church cousins, she was the closest to me in age, so although we were never close, I felt that connection with her.  From the very few times I was with her as an adult, and  looking at the tribute photos that have been shared here,  I see the face that I remember from those days with that mischievous and fun loving  smile that apparently stayed with her throughout her life. I am so sorry for your loss and the early goodbye.

With Love and Care,
Jenny (Church) Brahmsteadt

Hi there this is cuz Cindy church,
              I'm so sorry for your loss,I haven't seen sweet Cheryl since aunt Shirley's family reunion.Im sending so many blessing.I so wanted to be with you,but I had an accident and I still can't drive,local only.If there is anything you need please call.970 90903.Give my best to all.Cindy L Kilker.

I am truly sorry for your loss Amber & for your family! I always enjoyed running into her at Albertsons  & catching up & hearing how everyone was. She always had that bright contagious smile & was fun to be around.  If you need anything  or just  need someone to talk to don't hesitate to reach out,  it would be great to see you.  Love & miss you!  Jami Wasson & family

To Cheryl’s family,
We are so sorry for your loss of Cheryl. We were Cheryl’s neighbors for many years, and we will miss her.
Hal & Sandra Kinard

Hi Grandma Church, it’s Hope Marine! I miss you. I write you everyday, it makes me feel better. I feel like you can read it. I just wanted to tell you how much I love you. I’m heartbroken that I didn’t get the chance to show you how much I adored you and I know I’m going to miss you forever, especially your laugh. You were so beautiful to me always.. even with tension in the family you’ve always shown me how much you loved me. Thank you for putting up with my inappropriate jokes and letting me be me. You loved me for me. I never felt like I had to be anyone else around you like I do with our family. So thank you for seeing me and accepting me. I will cherish every memory I have of you. I know you’re at peace and I hope you feel so free. Until our souls meet again. I’ll love you forever grandma 🦋 

Hi Grandma Church, it’s Hope Marine!  I miss you. I write you everyday, it makes me feel better. I feel like you can read them and all I want is for you to know how much I freaking love you. It breaks my heart knowing I didn’t show you how much I adored you. I’m going to miss you terribly especially your laugh. I know how overwhelming our emotions can be and I just want to thank you for even wanting to be apart of my life. You were endlessly sweet to me and I will cherish you forever. Thank you for putting up with my inappropriate jokes and accepting me for who I am. I never felt like I had to be anyone else around you like I do with our family. You let me be me and you loved me for me. So thank you for seeing me. I know you’re at peace and I hope you feel free. Until our souls meet again. I’ll love you forever grandma. 🦋 

To my precious little sister. Oh my where do I start. We could be the best of friends or the worst of enemies! But if anyone else tried you it would make me so mad. I would have to stand up for you and it was the same with you towards me when we where growing up in school. The times you were sick with asthma broke my heart when you couldn’t breathe. I never told you how much I loved you! I cherish the gifts God gave you to make people laugh. I bragged on you how you would make Christmas and Easter so real for Amber. With the little bunny paw prints all over the house and milk and cookies with a bite that Santa took! Your documentation on the back of alllll your photos and the funny comments. You always would cook the best dishes. I loved that we looked so much alike growing up in sterling that we we’re always mistaken for each other lol. The Lord made you such an creative person with big love. With that big love came big emotions ! I thank the Lord for you and the family you have left behind . You have made them strong and independent. So rest well until we’re together again. I love you Cheryl❤️


The obituary and tribute to Cheryl with all the pictures was so very enjoyable. We hope all the fond memories will help ease the pain of losing Cheryl. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the friends and family. Although not there for the services, we care and treasure the many years of watching Cheryl grow up to be the beautiful person she was. Much love, Uncle Chuck and Aunt Rose

I’m going to miss you calling me baby girl. And tell me how much you love me. I miss your spearmint gum when I was a kid you always had it. I’m going to miss coming over and you setting me up in the Pepsi chair with my Blankey and my Pocahontas or pluto cup you got me! Surrounded by my toys and snacks with the little mermaid turned on for me! I’m gonna miss talking to you for hours on the phone. Life is not gonna be the same without you. I love you so much! I miss you so much! Sweet dreams! ❤️♥️

Aunt Cheryl you made all of the holidays you showed up for brighter. You were the best chef and were always counted on for bringing our favorite dishes ❤️ You gave the most comforting back rubs when I was sick and took such good care of us with you impeccable organizational skills and little reminder notes. My heart aches for all of the years that you were taken to soon and knowing how many memories that will never be had with you but it softens the hurt a bit knowing that you are truly in a better place resting peacefully and knowing that youre up there making new memories with grandma, grandpa and Marty while waiting for the rest of us to meet you on the other side.  You will be tremendously missed until then and we promise to carve time to remind your grand babies/grand nieces and nephews of the joy you brought to us with all of the great memories you’re leaving  behind. I can’t thank you enough for all of the pictures you took-they are our most treasured items to remember you with from things forgotten.  I love you 💕 so much and look forward to the day we are all reunited again! ❤️‍🩹

It has been several years since I’ve seen Cheryl. But when I heard of her passing I felt the sadness as though I had just seen her. I think that in itself speaks to how much of an impact Cheryl had on those who were lucky enough to cross paths with her. I worked with her many years ago, I was just a young kid  trying to figure it out and She always made time for me. Made me feel seen and helped me not to take things too seriously. She made me laugh every single day. She is and will be missed. My heart is with her daughter and her family.  May her memory be a blessing. 

Lindsey

My beautiful mom ❤️ I can’t believe your gone! My heart aches for you beyond belief! Gone to soon! I can’t express my love for you and pray that you truly know how much I deeply love you! It’s a hurt that’s unexplainable.  I wish I could change so many things! I miss you so much mom!!!!! I’d give anything to just have one more day with you!!! Your so fun, funny, fun to be around. You knew how throw a party. From my birthday parties from when I was young to your Halloween parties everyone looked forward to every year! You are truly missed!!! I love you mom forever & always! Goodnight Sweetdreams!!!!  Love,  Amber Kay

Lots of great memories  of Cheryl lots of conversations  and nights 
out including here classic Halloween  parties. When we worked  together she  was always someone I could talk to and was one of my favorite freinds.

Churchie, you made the BEST green chile this side of the Rio Grande!
I will relish the ways you enriched my life. 
May your spirit soar.

I had the privileged pleasure to work with Cheryl a couple times per week and enjoyed her personality and brand of sarcasm and  am missing her daily notes she would leave for me to help me be on point for my shift that usually followed hers. Wish I would've had a chance to have a beer with you Cheryl. It's not the same there without you. You are missed. Much love friend. My condolences to Cheryl's family and loved ones. Rest In Peace young lady. 

I’ll miss catching up with you. The world is not as bright with you not in it! 

"Churchie", you will be missed by many but not forgotten.-- From Halloween parties to backroom breakfasts,  the annual peanutbutter iced birthday cake. Your laugh. Lots of memories to hold onto.
R.I.P. friend.

Thoughts and prayers to Cheryl's family. She has left us way to soon, but we will have great memories working with her. She will be missed.

Grieving never goes away it get easier in time as you learn to heal. You rebuild around the loss you have encountered. Life will never be the same without her. I’m glad I had the chance to know her. She will be remembered always for her love of football 🏈 and her contagious laugh. 
Love. 
Sarg. 

OBITUARY

Cheryl Kay Church

June 6, 1966 – February 3, 2022

Allnutt Funeral Service – Drake Road Chapel

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