Cheryl Jacobson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On August 14, 2016, surrounded by loving family, all of whom adore her, our angel mother Cheryl Hunter Jacobson passed from this life and rushed back into the loving arms of her dear husband, David Allred Jacobson, the love of her life. Cheryl was born May 21, 1943 to Oren Walter and Vivian Bean Hunter, who joyfully greeted her after years of waiting due to health issues. Her dear brother, George Walter, 13 years older, truly adored his blue-eyed, curly blonde-haired baby sister. She was their miracle and their sunshine. Cheryl was raised in Westchester, near Los Angeles, CA. Her family went to the beach regularly, which sparked in her a lifelong love affair with beaches around the world. She graduated from Westchester High School and later graduated from Brigham Young University. Near the beginning of her freshman year, she met her sweetheart David. He quickly fell for this beautiful California girl with dark hair and blue eyes, an enthusiasm and joy for life, a kind heart, and a firm testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. She saw in him a handsome, gentle, caring man and fell equally in love. They were married July 11, 1963 in the Los Angeles LDS Temple. Not long after their marriage, at the age of 23, and after welcoming their second child, Cheryl was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. She suffered greatly, hoped and prayed for healing, and when being healed wasn’t according to the plan, she prayed for a cheerful heart. All who knew her, or even came in contact with her, were showered with pure joy, love, light, acceptance, and her bright beautiful smile, even when in extreme pain. She often spoke of how pain was her teacher, kept her humble and was a constant reminder of her dependence upon our loving Heavenly Father. She was acutely aware of others suffering in any way and was always quick to lend a hand, give a caring hug, and to lift their burdens. David and Cheryl are the parents of four children, 20 grandchildren and 2 (almost 3) great-grandchildren. Their family is everything, together with the gospel. Cheryl was determined to live life to the fullest, despite her illness. She loved to travel with her family, loved nature, flowers, gardening, butterflies and star gazing. As a gifted photographer, she often captured nature in stunning photos. She felt a deep connection to the beautiful creations around her and always shared her joy in nature with others. Cheryl was an avid reader from the time she was very young, and found reading a great escape during painful episodes. Often at night, when pain would prevent sleep from coming, she wrote poetry, many times thinking of others who may be suffering or just need their day brightened. The poem would later be shared, a heart lifted. She and David traveled the world together, and visited Grand Cayman, their paradise, countless times. As an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cheryl served as Young Women President for 10 years, as Relief Society President, and held many other callings in which she served faithfully. Her dream of being a full-time missionary came true when she and David served a mission to Louisiana in 2002-2003. They also enjoyed serving as ordinance workers together in the Provo LDS Temple. They were inseparable. Cheryl was preceded in death by her sweet husband who passed away16 months ago, her parents, and her dear sister in-law, Joanne Hunter. She is survived by her children, Leland S. (Brenda) of Highland; Julie (Darren) Hougaard of Orem; David Keith (Lisa) of Cedar Hills; Heather (Anthony) Brock of South Jordan; her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her loving brother George Walter Hunter of Los Angeles, CA. Funeral Services for Cheryl will be held Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., at the Edgemont South Stake Center 350 E. 2950 N. (on Canyon Road) Provo, UT. Family and friends may attend viewings held Friday, August 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and prior to services Saturday, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be at the Provo City Cemetery. Family expresses deep appreciation to the staff at Stonehenge of American Fork, for their tender care for Cheryl over the last few weeks. Funeral Directors: Utah Valley Mortuary.

Cheryl Jacobson

May 21, 1943 - August 14, 2016

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