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CHERYL HOSTLAND Obituary
Cheryl Dianne Hostland was born March 27, 1947 in Rainy River to parents Emile and Hilda Laverdure.
She died peacefully at St. Joe's Hospice in Thunder Bay on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. She was surrounded by family and friends just as she was in life. Her hospital room had as much of a revolving door as her home (it was always busy with friends "popping in") with a steady stream of people coming to hold her hand and say goodbye. Her faith in God was unwavering and she maintained strength and grace through her illness and death. Even though the last year was a difficult journey for her, the end still felt sudden and was a tremendous loss to all who knew and loved her.
After a childhood in Sioux Narrows, Ontario, Cheryl lived in a few different places over the years, including Saskatoon. In 1988, she settled in Thunder Bay with her family. For many years, until retirement, she worked in the records department at Port Arthur General Hospital and Thunder Bay Regional Hospital.
Cheryl is predeceased by both parents as well as infant brother Andre. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Terry, son Terry (Tag), daughter Lissa, son-in-law Darryl, and her beloved "miracle baby" (her words!) grandson Treyson James, brother Rene, as well as many extended family members.
Her kindness and generosity were unparalleled. Cheryl loved with her whole heart and always put everyone else first. She saw the good in everyone and had a child-like curiosity about anyone who crossed her path.
She was quirky and loved to have fun. She practiced yoga before yoga was cool. She was a skilled belly dancer and made all her own costumes. She loved the beach and dancing. And did you know she could play the accordion?
She will be forever missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Heaven has gained another angel.
Funeral services will be held at Epiphany Lutheran Church 11:00 a.m. on July 20th, 2024 at 333 Morse Street, Thunder Bay, with reception/celebration of life to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honour to Epiphany Lutheran Church.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpler Times Cremation Centre, 575 Central Avenue, Thunder Bay.
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Memories and Condolences
for CHERYL HOSTLAND
9 Entries
Helen Knudsen
July 20, 2024
Having recently learned of Cheryl´s passing I would like to extend my sympathy to her family. I worked with Cheryl in Records at the PAGH. She always had a smile and a kind heart. My sincere sympathies to her family. Helen Knudsen
Elaine Bagdon
July 20, 2024
Cheryl..your joy and happiness will stay with all of us who had the wonderful privilege of knowing you. You will be missed by so many but the warmth of your memory will stay with us and bring a smile to us all...test in peace my friend.
Bunker Hill
July 12, 2024
Terry,
Sorry to hear of Cheryl´s passing.
My heart felt condolences to
you and your family.
Bunker Hill
Marlene Pawluk
July 11, 2024
Cheryl...kind, compassionate, always a listening ear, words of comfort, I shall miss you dearly. Safe in the arms of Jesus, your spirit shall be with me always.
Love, Marlene Pawluk
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Anna Lockwood
July 10, 2024
Tag and family. Condolences and thought and prayers are with you all at this difficult times. Sorry for your loss. I know she will be looking down at you and the family. She did awesome job raising a son. Treasure the memories you all of you had of her throughout the years.
Anna Lockwood
Trudy
July 8, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Trudy
July 8, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Nikki Puurula
July 8, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss Tag. Sending you so much love.
Doug White
July 8, 2024
Terry and family...my condolences at this trying time.
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