Cheryl Lea Land, was born on Dec. 3, 1957, to Mavis and Walter Rankin in Duluth, Minn.  

Cheryl faced many struggles in her life from birth, but always did so with such grace and a smile on her face. She had a fight like no other and fought every battle that came her way with great strength. Now free and having the reunion of a lifetime with her mother, Mavis Hanson; father, Walter Rankin; grandparents, Ernie and Iva Bestul; father in-law, William Land; and great-granddaughter, Emery Rankin. Cheryl went home to be with the lord on April 2, 2025.

Her life touched many over the years, especially through her years of volunteer work and dedication to Harney District Hospital and Church of the Nazarene. She loved being with and around people, she loved helping. It made her feel so important and gave her such great purpose and fulfillment. Her heart was so kind and filled with so much love for her family and friends and beloved dogs. Most of all, she loved being a grandmother, the highlight of her life was her grandchildren. From baking to crafting with them she loved and cherished those moments so much.

She is survived by her husband, Warren Land; brother, David Arnold; daughter, and son-in-law, Tamara and Jason Herrmann; grandchildren, Chantell, Nick, Gaden, Kurtis, and Stephanie. Great-grandchildren, Brayden, Kaysen, Autumn, Addelynn, Willow, Orren and Emerson; as well as many nieces and nephews. 

Cheryl had the kind of smile and laugh that would make you do the same, she was kind but also had little spice and we loved that so much about her. Let’s not forget her sassy silly sense of humor, you never knew what she might say. She will forever be loved and missed so dearly.

Today And every day you will be remembered. Today and every day you will be missed.”