Sheryl Kay Umsted

Sheryl Kay Umsted obituary, Casselton, ND

Sheryl Kay Umsted

Sheryl Umsted Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center - West Fargo on May 13, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Sheryl Kay (Lemley) Umsted, age 82, of Fargo, ND, died Sunday, May 11th, 2025, in her home.
Sheryl Kay Lemley was born January 18th, 1943, in Valley City, ND to George S. and LaMae (Cole) Lemley.
Sheryl attended school in Pillsbury, ND, graduating in 1960. She then attended Valley City State Teachers College, graduating with a Standard Teaching Degree. She then taught in Tappen, ND and Blooming Prairie, MN. Sheryl later returned to school at Valley City State University and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and then taught Elementary School in Buffalo, ND.
On August 9th, 1968, Sheryl married Russell Umsted in Pillsbury, ND. They moved to Fargo, ND where they made their home on the Northside. Sheryl was a full-time Mom until their children were in Jr. High. Sheryl then worked for Western States Life Insurance, which then became The Mutual Group, until her retirement.
In 2007, Sheryl was blessed with her first grandchild, Madeline Kay, followed 3 months later with her second grandchild, Cole Steven. Four years later, Owen Dean was born, followed 2 months later with Cade Russell. Sheryl then became 'Grandma Daycare' to Cole and Cade until they started school.
Sheryl enjoyed spending her time quilting, but most of all she enjoyed being able to watch her grandkids play softball, baseball, hockey, and basketball.
Sheryl was preceded in death by her husband, Russell; her parents, George & LaMae Lemley; her Mother & Father In-Law, Harry & Margaret (Jack) Umsted; Brother In-Law, Duane Burchill Sr.; Sisters In-Law & Spouses, JoAnn & Doug Howells, Marion & Robert Iverson, Dorothy & Don Wygle; her nephew, Brian Lemley and her Great-Niece, Cassidy (Burchill) Domres.
She is survived by her children, Jason & Barb Umsted, and Melinda & Steve Middlestead; Grandchildren, Madeline, Cole, Owen, and Cade; Siblings: Arden (Joanne) Lemley, Michael Lemley and Gayle Burchill; Brother In-Law; Al (Carol) Umsted, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A service to celebrate her life will be held Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 11:00am at West Funeral Home in West Fargo, ND. Burial will take place following services at Fargo National Cemetery.
West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center
westfuneralhome.com
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Sheryl Kay Umsted, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Sheryl's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Sheryl Umsted's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Sheryl Umsted's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?