Photo courtesy of Tempe Mortuary - Tempe
Nov 2, 1952 - Dec 22, 2024
I first met Cheryl in 1978 when we both worked at the Tempe Phone Center Store. I am sorry to say I lost touch with her over the years, but I'll always remember her as a good and fun friend. My deepest sympathy to Joe and family.
Carlotta Fitzgerald
January 15, 2025 | Friend
Our thought some prayers are with you and your family. She was truly a wonderful woman. She will be missed dearly
Love Larry and Jodi Hartman
January 15, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I knew Simi from the phone company. She was a very kind and sweet woman.
Katherine Majcher
January 13, 2025 | Glendale, AZ | Friend
Praying for your family. Simi is what we called her at work. I sat by her for several years and she was always so sweet. God bless you ❤
Jennifer Krupa
January 11, 2025 | Chandler, AZ | Coworker
Dearest Joe and Kids:
Cheryl was a very dear friend of mine. When we came back from Germany she hosted the biggest Welcome home for us. I have such Fond Memories of our many years of friendship. Rest in Peace Dear Friend and I know you’re our Angel.
Love, Gary & Terri Rosenbalm
Teresa Rosenbalm
January 08, 2025 | Tucson, AZ | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Michelle Wirth-Packer
January 08, 2025 | Mesa, AZ | Friend
She was the kindest and sweetest lady and a true servant of God and she will always be remembered by me
Amy Gray-Jensen
January 08, 2025 | Comanche, OK | Friend
Cheryl Ann Simburger (Abel) (November 02, 1952 – December 22, 2024)
Cheryl Ann Simburger (Abel) 72, of Tempe, Arizona was called to heaven on December 22, 2024.
She was born on November 2, 1952 in Frankfort, Germany at the Airforce base hospital to her parents Gordon Abel and Ellen Abel (Vail).
Cheryl lived in Germany, England, and Texas before moving to Tempe, Arizona in 1962. She attended Mt. Carmel Catholic school and graduated from McClintock High School. Cheryl married Joseph Simburger on November 20,1975 and was married for 49 years until her passing. She was a loving mother and wife who enjoyed cooking, doing arts and crafts, and especially shopping. Cheryl liked to watch ASU sporting events, and always wanted the Sun Devils to win.
She also liked to travel. Cheryl especially loved Hawaii and traveled with her husband to many cities across the country. She made many friends on these trips; with her big smile and kind nature.
Cheryl worked for the phone company in the Phoenix area for almost 30 years as a proud member of CWA Local #7019. Cheryl was a loving mother and wife, who will be greatly missed by family and friends.
She was preceded in death by Gordon Abel (father), Ellen Abel (mother), Steven Abel (brother), and David Abel (brother).Cheryl is survived by her husband Joseph Simburger, son Bryan Simburger and daughter Katherine Simburger.
In lieu of flowers send a donation to the Banner Alzheimer Insitute or Hospice of the Valley
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