Cheryl Anne Severson, 78, of Miles City died Monday, Feb. 5, 2024 at Holy Rosary Hospice in Miles City, Mont.
Cheryl was born on June 22, 1945 in Ellensburg, Wash., the second of four children born to Melvin and Dorothy Johnson. Soon after the family moved back to Raymond in northeastern Montana. Cheryl had fond childhood memories of playing with her younger brother, Dallas, and spending time with her 4-H steer. While her parents worked on the farm, she and older sister Karen did their part by cleaning and cooking and looking after younger sister Valerie.
Cheryl attended country schools and graduated from Plentywood High School in 1963. She married her high school sweetheart, Ronald (Ronnie) Severson, in 1965 after he spent some time in the U.S. Army Reserve. They settled on his family’s farm near Redstone, Mont. In 1966 their son, Allen, was born. In 1969 the couple moved to Great Falls, Mont., where Ron learned the art of sales. In 1970 they had a daughter, Marla. They moved to Bozeman in 1973, where Ron managed a manufactured home dealership and Cheryl stayed home with the kids. They lived in the country and enjoyed having horses, goats and calves, more for pets than for profit. Around 1980 the family moved to nearby Belgrade and Ron continued in sales.
The center of Cheryl’s life was her family and her home. She was completely focused on taking care of loved ones and making her home warm and welcoming. She had a gift for decorating and making any space beautiful with what she had on hand. At times she knocked out walls when she needed a change and frequently rearranged furniture.
She had many pets who held special places in her heart, and she took immense pride in caring for the outdoor critters, even learning to deliver lambs on her own. She could heft 70-pound hay bales but was still always a lady.
If people could get past her extreme shyness, they would discover that Cheryl was kind, funny and a dreamer at heart.
Cheryl enjoyed many crafts including ceramics, floral arranging, scrapbooking and sewing. She loved doing yardwork and spending time outside. As her children got older, she and Ron enjoyed following their school activities. When the grandkids came along, they took immense pride in them and their achievements.
Ron retired in 2009 and the couple moved to Miles City, where her daughter and son-in-law reside. Cheryl continued to enjoy yardwork, home improvement and time with family. Later in life she enjoyed near-daily phone calls with sister Karen.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Dorothy Johnson; her husband of 47 years, Ronald Severson; brothers-in-law Norman (Neoma), Vernon (Lorraine) and Marvin (Linda) Severson; and sister-in-law Eileen (Raymond) Wittak. She is survived by a son, Allen (Missy) Severson of Bozeman, Mont.; a daughter, Marla (Casey) Prell of Miles City, Mont.; seven grandchildren: Jared, Jamie, Tiffany and Jason Severson and Clay, Cole and Cord Prell; sisters Karen (John) Darlow of Helena, Mont., Valerie (Paul) Beck of Plentywood, Mont., and brother Dallas (Josie) Johnson of Plentywood, Mont.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Monday, Feb. 12 from 4-6 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City, Mont. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Following the service, interment will be at the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery in a joint plot. A luncheon will follow at the Parlor across from the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 p.m.
Monday February 12, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Following Funeral Service
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Luncheon
Following the interment
Tuesday February 13, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 p.m.
Monday February 12, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Following Funeral Service
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Luncheon
Following the interment
Tuesday February 13, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Pastor Michael D. Fiske says
Good night Cheryl. I’ll see you on the “flip flop”. Pastor Mike
Sandy and Ric Rabe says
Marla and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. May wonderful memories give you comfort and peace. God Bless.
Denise Harvey says
Dear Marla and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It is hard say goodbye to a mom and grandma. May you find comfort in cherished memories. What a beautiful lady!
Lynn Anderson says
Marla and family,
My sincere condolences to you all with the passing of your Mom and Grandmother. They mean so much to us and leave a huge hole in our hearts. Hold on to the special memories and laughter. May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time.
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles says
Marla & family, My condolences on the loss of your mother. Always hard to lose a parent. You are in my prayers.
Mary Ann Liles
Brad Schmitz says
Marla, Casey, Family – Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Your in our prayers. BJS
Dale & Ann Tribby says
Marla and Family – So sorry for your loss. Try to focus on all the beautiful memories. With deepest sympathies
Dallas Johnson says
We were so blessed to have such awesome visits with Cheryl from spring of 2023 to October 2023. Her Birthday celebration in June was awesome too with all the siblings. Loved her so much! She’s with Jesus now and She will be missed! Love you Marla, Casey and Boys and Allen, Missy and Kids!
Kim Stanton says
Dear Marla and family,
Thank you for sharing the wonderful picture of your mother, and the well written obituary. Your mother was quite the talented lady! Sending you all positive thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life of a much beloved mother and grandmother.
Kim Stanton
Laurie and Duane Claypool says
Marla and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother/grandmother.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Karla Leibrand says
Marla & Allen & families – we are so sorry about your mom’s passing. Losing parents is so hard. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
The Wittak bunch
James Arneson says
Marla, Casey and family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. May God continue to comfort you with the best of memories now and always.
Diana Elwood says
Marla and family, So very sorry for your loss, you’ll be in my prayers as you go thru the coming days, weeks and months. God’s blessings and peace to all of you.
Marc and Denise Hartse says
Marla and Casey and the rest of the family-
Denise and I were very sorry to hear about this. We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences.
Nancy Fillafer says
Marla & Allen’s family’s. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time. God bless Cheryl in heaven
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Prep family, so sorry for your loss. My prayers r being sent for u.
Julie Krutzfeldt says
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother, Marla. No matter what the age, you will always miss that anchor in your life. Sending love to all.
Tanya Russiff says
Dear Marla,
May the Memories of your Mom bring you joy.
No words can express the loss you are experiencing.
Thoughts and prayers with you.
Don is welcoming her with a huge hug!
Tanya Russiff