Cheri Axel Obituary

Cheri Lee Axel (Silverman), 55, of St. Michael, MN, passed away March 03, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a devoted wife, mother, stepmother, memaw, daughter, sister, niece, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness, strength, selflessness, and unwavering love. Born in Minneapolis, MN, Cheri was the daughter of Orlin and Judith Silverman. She grew up in St. Louis Park and graduated from St. Louis Park High School before earning a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources. She found joy in cooking, baking, puzzles, traveling, spending time with loved ones, and gardening. But her greatest joy was being a mother to her son, Wyatt, who was the light of her life and her proudest accomplishment. She is preceded in death by her mother, Judith Silverman; grandparents, John and Marion Gepner and Sam and Blanche Silverman; mother-in-law, Joy Kotilinek; and uncle, Greg Gepner. Cheri is survived by her husband, Todd Axel; her son, Wyatt Axel; stepdaughter, Samantha (Seth) Otte; cherished grandson, Rhett Otte; father, Orlin Silverman; sisters, Wendy Sigel and Julie Silverman (Brett Weinberg); nieces, Hannah and Sophie Sigel; nephews, Andrew and Evan Weinberg; beloved aunts, Eunice Burk and Connie Woodworth; and many other dear family members and friends who will forever hold her in their hearts. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the wonderful caregivers and hospice nurses who provided comfort and care throughout Cheri’s battle. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Living Word Christian Center (9201 75 th Ave. N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428) on March 24, 2025, with visitation at 11:00 AM and the service at 12:00 PM, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations may be made to Maranatha Christian Academy for a scholarship fund in Cheri’s honor.