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Cheryl Ann Whalen, 62

Cheryl Ann Whalen, 62, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away on Oct. 14, 2019, after a three-year battle with cancer.

Cheryl was born in Newport, Wash., on April 2, 1957. She lived most of her life in the Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls area. She had one child, daughter Tamra Velacich. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, camping, fishing, crocheting, playing bingo and going to the casino.

Cheryl was a hard worker all her life. Her work ranged from working in fast food to nursing home care and electronic assembly. Before becoming ill, she spent her last 10 years of work at Esterline Advanced Input Systems, where she was an accomplished production worker.

Cheryl is survived by her loving daughter, Tamra and son-in-law, David Velacich; grandchildren, La Tosha McGaffee, Konner Velacich, Michael Velacich and Narissa Hansel; sister, Carla Pogue; sister, Donna Hubner and husband, Tick; brother, Leroy Hiebert and wife, Connie; and brother, Jesse Hiebert and his wife, Leah. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her mother, Winnie Hiebert; father, Samuel Hiebert and brother, Ronnie Hiebert. She was also preceded by her soulmate, Randy Oliver, and her beloved cat, Slasher.

Although Cheryl was not a very religious woman, she knew that she would rejoin her loved ones in heaven and went with open arms and peace in her heart.

We will be having a celebration of life service from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, at the Best Western Coeur d’Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway Ave., in Coeur d Alene. Some snacks and drinks will be provided. Please join us in celebrating the life of this amazing woman.