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Cheryl Lynn Klosterman

Oct. 24, 1950 - Jul. 6, 2023

Date of Service: Jul. 17, 2023

PAUL – Cheryl Lynn Klosterman, 72, of Paul, passed away peacefully at home, July 6, 2023.

Cheryl was born October 24, 1950, to Moon and Maxine Rasmussen in Rupert, Idaho. She was the second of four children.

The family made their home in Rupert, where they enjoyed living next door to Cheryl’s maternal grandparents, Sherman and Edna Anderson. When Cheryl was ten years old, her family moved to a brand-new house southwest of town, where the kids had a lot of room to run around and play.

Cheryl attended Minico High School, where she enjoyed participating in many extracurricular activities including cheerleader, President of the Thespians Club and playing tenor sax in the school band. After graduating from Minico in 1969, Cheryl attended Boise State College where she studied Education and Child Psychology.

Cheryl loved the water and was an avid swimmer, winning many medals on the Rupert Swim Team. She worked at the Rupert swimming pool as a lifeguard and swim instructor from ages 15 to 23. After she was married, she taught swim lessons to the Scouts so they could earn their merit badges.

Her love of the water also extended to waterskiing, sometimes in local canals while being pulled by a speeding pickup truck. Cheryl passed her love of swimming onto all her children.

Cheryl met the love of her life, Alan Klosterman, in high school, but they did not start dating until they attended college together. They soon fell in love and were married on May 25, 1974, in Rupert, Idaho.

Cheryl was a dedicated and amazing wife and mother who loved raising her four kids on the family farm. She could often be found operating a truck or tractor to help her husband, usually with one or more children in the cab beside her. She loved being a 4-H leader for her kids’ groups but there were never so many fights in our family as when we had to fill out the “Beet Books” for the fair.

Cheryl’s passion was her family. She often said, “All I ever wanted to be was a mom.” She excelled at being a wife and mother, making sure her family was always fed, clean, happy and felt loved.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her husband, Alan Klosterman; her parents, Moon and Maxine Rasmussen; her in-laws, Walt and Delma Klosterman; brother-in-law, Kent Klosterman; and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her siblings, Layne (Gayle) Rasmussen, Julie LeGault, and Stan (Betty) Rasmussen; her children, Kara (Patt) Souza, Erik (Toni) Klosterman, Arran (Patty Dixon) Klosterman, and Brandan (Weston) Rogers; her grandchildren, Kembrie, Kyler, Sutton, Fischer, Jolene, Chianna, Chloe, Rylee, and Randi Sue; and her great-grandchildren, Elijah-Dion and Elianna.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Jeff Swenson and staff for the many years of outstanding primary care and Idaho Home Health and Hospice for their kind guidance during Cheryl’s last days. There are no ways to express enough gratitude to Cheryl’s son, Arran, for giving her the best care possible during her last years.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 17, at Paul Cemetery, located at 550 W 100 N, Paul, Idaho. A celebration of life will follow. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.

A live webcast of the Graveside Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/XF7LH3Ag9S8.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a cause close to Cheryl’s heart, The Mama Dragons who supports, educates and empowers mothers of LGBTQ children. Donate HERE: https://mamadragons.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/mamadragons/donation.jsp?campaign=17&&test=true

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From Roger & Julie Reynolds:

Prayers to all the family! May she rest in peace in the arms of her beloved, Allen. We went to school with both of them and they were good friends.

From Julia Rasmussen, LeGault:

I will miss my sister and the lifetime of memories we shared. Love you, Cheryl.

From Tim and Jana Darrington :

So sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. She surely endured a lot these past few years. May she rest in peace, surrounded by her loved ones. We send our condolences to all her family.

From Jed Rasmussen :

Kara and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom was always so kind and friendly. I hope you can all find peace as you grieve her passing.

From Blake Hanks:

Cheryl was a great friend during high school and although I didn't see her much after always have great memories.

From Jill & Craig Hodges:

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mother. We were classmates of both your Mom & Dad and they were awesome friends.
Sending our deepest sympathy and comforting prayers to you all.

From Jerry and Claudia:

Cheryl and Alan were great neighbors, kids played in the A&B ditch across from our house with our son with Mom and Dad's close supervision. Were always friendly and waved when you met them on the road. I'm sure Alan and Cheryl are together again, rest in peace

From Kathy Schofield:

So sorry to here of the passing of Cheryl. She was a sweet lady and a fun classmate. My prayers to her family. I am sure there was a joyous reunion with Alan.

From Paula Woodworth :

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a funny and spirited woman whose love for her family is so obvious and abundant.

From Cindy Christenson Fisher:

So sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. Kara and I were good friends and participated in basketball together. Cheryl and Alan were at all of Kara’s games. Cheryl was so funny and made me feel special. She would take the time to talk to me after games or when I’d see her at school when she was picking up Kara. All my love to the Klosterman family!

From DIXIE LEE SOUZA:

Going to miss Cheryl. We use to see each other every once in a while at Ridley's and compare our aches and pains. She was always fun to talk to.

From Brandan Rodgers:

I love you mom! You were the best anyone could hope for!

From Sandy and Jeff Jones:

Prayers for peace for your family.

From Barbara. Feroce:

My prayers are with the family. May you feel the loving arms of God around you, giving you peace and comfort.

From Jean Klosterman Zandstra:

So sorry to hear of your loss. It’s hard to lose a mother.

From Susie Neibaur :

Cheryl and I had a wonderful visit late one night for about an hour and a half about a month ago! So grateful for this fun memory of visiting with your mom. She loved you all so much! We had a great time in PTO back at Paul elementary school when you were all enrolled there. Wonderful reunion for her!!!

From Sandra Jarolimek Stevens:

Cheryl was always kind with a good heart. Sending prayers from Arizona to all of her friends and family. She will be missed. I can imagine she’s getting lots of hugs in heaven.

From Brandan Rodgers:

I love you mom! You were the best anyone could hope for!

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