Cheryl L. Wampler
April 1, 1960 – February 14, 2024
CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Tuesday, February 20th from 3pm to 5pm at the West Center Chapel.
In 1960 Cheryl was born in Alameda, California and then lived in Oregon for the majority of her youth. The United States Air Force brought her from Oregon to Bellevue, NE in 1978 where she proudly served her country from 1978 – 1984. Cheryl found a home in Bellevue and was joined by her mother and three brothers. She stayed and made her life in Bellevue where she lived, loved, worked, and raised her three children. Until her retirement, Cheryl was employed by various customer service industries. She excelled at taking care of others and putting others needs before herself.
In her earlier years she loved playing softball, both competitively and in pick up leagues. She found enjoyment cooking in the kitchen as well as on the grill. She was an avid angler, even though she always tossed the fish back or gave them away as she appreciated the peaceful challenge of fishing but hated the taste. She loved gardening, competitive bowling, and music of many different genres, but especially Motown classic oldies and anything else she could sing off-key and dance to. She jumped at any chance to play Bingo & Keno with her brothers, as well as board games and cards with her soul sisters. But most of all, she loved spending quality time with her family and friends and enjoying life’s simple pleasures.
Cheryl had a brilliant mind and her wit knew no bounds. She was a wiz with numbers and calculations. Her ingenuity and intellect were unmatched, however, she wasn’t just brains. She also was an adventurous spirit with an immensely kind open heart. A beaming smile coupled with an irresistible internal glow attracted people to Cheryl. She was very easy to befriend and had a snappy sense of humor that made everyone laugh. She would make friends with just about anyone who was lucky enough to cross her path. Cheryl touched countless hearts with her unyielding endearment and adoration toward all people, regardless of their ethnicity, religion, orientation, etc. She believed in treating everyone as she wanted to be treated and leaving the world better than she found it.
She was greatly loved, will be deeply missed, and is forever in our hearts.
We love you so much, Mama. Until we meet again,
- Christina, Shane, & Khyla
Children: Christina Olson (Trevor), Shane Wampler (Kristi), and Khyla Kyles. Grandchildren: Olivia, Ashley, Lauren, Landon, Mira, Evelyn, Abigail, and Madison. Great-Grandchild: Kaizen. Siblings: Pat Wagner and Glenn Wagner. Nieces and Nephews: Nicole, Danielle, Andrew T, Dustin, and Andrew W. As well as many other family and friends.
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I’m am so sorry for your loss, praying for all. Love all of you!❤️
Cheryl and I met in high school and immediately hit it off. Who would know, but 40 plus years later we would still be just as close as the day that we met. Fond memories of jumping in Cheryl’s valiant car and that’s what it was a valiant. We maneuvered our way to D Street corral dance the night away until it shut down, and then went on to the after party. Great times, great conversation. And although we became miles apart, we still kept in contact. I am blessed that I got her to Portland last year to visit with me as we have spoken about it often. I took her around to her old neighborhoods, went for some nice drives, and just spent time together. My heart goes out to all of the family. And Cheryl you are in my heart always and forever. One of the songs that we heard quite a bit and saying to and dance to was celebration by Kool & the gang. So you know what Cheryl that’s what I’m listening to right now. I love you my friend
So sorry to here of Cheryl’s passing. I was her neighbor while she lived in Hastings. She was a great neighbor. Loved her much.
Cheryl was an amazing friend. I was so sad to hear that you left us. I remember how supportive you always were and that you always took the time to be there for me and to talk Ronnie when I wanted to say hi. Almost 30 years I’ve known you and although we didn’t see each other all the time we still remained friends. I love you and thank you for being such an amazing person. I’m so sorry for your loss you all are in my prayers.
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