Sherry Bjorndal

Sherry D. Bjorndal, 78, passed away at her home in Big Timber, Montana on May 18th, 2025 with the love of her life by her side, David (Dave) Bjorndal. Sherry was born March 31, 1947 to Wesley and Eileen Dawson in Billings, Montana. At the age 13 the family moved to the Cremer Ranch in Melville where Sherry attended school through 8th grade. She graduated from Sweet Grass County High School in 1965. Bozeman was her next destination, where she attended Montana State University. After college, Sherry moved back to Big Timber where she worked at Frye's Cafe for a number of years before transitioning to a position at American Bank. Sherry was then elected to serve as the Clerk and Recorder for Sweet Grass County, retiring after 20 years of service.
On September 1st, 1988 Sherry married Dave Bjorndal. She warmly embraced and lovingly became a part of his family, including his three children, Curtis, Mitzi and Melissa. Together they were fixtures at the Big Timber fairgrounds, where Sherry took great pride in serving as a timer for most of the team ropings. Sherry was a member of the Big Timber Women's Club, American Legion Auxiliary, and the Big Timber Roping Club. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Sherry was loved by all who knew her for her sharp wit, genuine heart, and authentic personality. Her bold, lively spirit always brought joy and laughter to everyone around her, leaving a lasting impression in every conversation.
Sherry is survived by her husband of 37 years, Dave Bjorndal, their children, Curtis (Stacy) Bjorndal, Mitzi (Scott) Robbie and Melissa (Jeff) Gavne, her brother Ken (Terry) Dawson, her grandchildren, Stephanie and Yvonne Bjorndal, Shelby (Caleb) Bjorndal, Boe (Miranda) Robbie, Ty (Kelsie) Robbie, Colton (Sabrina) Gavne and Paige (Jerry) Gran, her great grandchildren, Alexis and Ashlee Hoffman, Piper and Paizley Robbie, Emmerson and Miles Robbie and Toston Gavne, niece and nephew, Jess (Jade) Dawson and Jenny (Kyle) Walby, great niece and nephew Baxter and Ellie Dawson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wesley and Eileen Dawson, and her granddaughter, Jennifer John.
There will be a graveside service at Mountain View Cemetery in Big Timber celebrating Sherry's life on Saturday May 24th at 2pm. A reception and luncheon at the Legion Club will immediately follow the service. Scott Robbie will be officiating with honorary pallbearers Curtis Bjorndal, Jeff Gavne, Jess Dawson, Colton Gavne, Boe Robbie and Ty Robbie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Big Timber After School Program or the charity of your choice.