Cheryl Ann Zimmerman was born to Arthur and Edna Okerlund in Wishek, North Dakota on April 25th, 1948. She left this earthly world on August 10th, 2022 in Mesa, Arizona.
Cheryl had attended Kulm High School and graduated in 1966. She later on continued her education and received her Science Bachelors Degree from Regis College in Colorado Springs, CO in 1986.
She met her husband Gail Zimmerman in Wishek, North Dakota and married him at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Kulm, North Dakota on September 4th, 1966. They later on would bring their beloved children into this world; Wendy, Christopher and Dustin.
Cheryl had many different hobbies and occupations. She worked as a Customer Satisfaction Manager for Northgate Computer Services, Inc. in Plymouth, MN. She also worked as a Branch Support Supervisor for the Industrial Automotive and Controls Division of Honeywell, Inc. in Denver, CO and Edina, MN. Once Cheryl and Gail settled in Mesa, Arizona in 2007, she continued on as a real estate agent for Cardinal Homes and Superb Homes.
Through the years Cheryl and Gail traveled throughout the United States in their motorhome when Gail was doing contractor work.
Cheryl enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, and most importantly, farmed on Facebook while also visiting with friends and family digitally.
She is survived by her husband Gail Zimmerman-Gilbert, Arizona. Her children; her daughter Wendy Zimmerman (Chuck Herbst)- Colorado Springs, CO, and her son Christopher Zimmerman (Valerie)- Blue Ridge, GA. She is survived by her brothers Richard Okerlund (Cathy)- Mesa, AZ and Tim Okerlund (Connie)- Mesa, AZ.
She leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Amanda, Kaitlyn, Taylor, Mikayla, Dillon, Callie, Katrina and Zach.
She lived on to have a great grandchild who she leaves behind as well, Mathilda.
She is proceeded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna Okerlund. Her brother Leon Okerland. Her son Dustin Zimmerman, and her granddaughter, Ashley McGann.
Cheryl’s memorial services will be held on August 15th, 2022 at 2pm at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery located at 7900 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85207. A private graveside service will follow.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation in memory of Cheryl.
https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/
So very sorry for your loss, my heart and prayers are with the entire family during this sad season most difficult time. God Bless, Tammy
Sending condolences to your family. While I lived miles away from her my entire life, I hold fond memories of Cheryl when our families were together. I was so excited to be in Gail and Cheryl’s wedding. Her decision to let me be a part of her big day made me feel quite special. She had a great sense of humor and infectious laugh that would brighten your day. Rest in peace Cheryl! You will be missed.
So many loving memories over the years. Cheryl will certainly be missed and we hope the great memories you have will help you all get through this tough time. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you all.
I only knew Cheryl on Facebook thru farming but we talked a few times. I haven’t been on FB as much since last year due to family obligations. I was saddened today when I saw that she had passed away last August. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She was a very sweet lady.
Sorry for your loss Gail.