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Sheryl Dawn (Stephan) Studinger

MINOCQUA, Wis. - Sheryl Dawn (Stephan) Studinger, 57, beloved mother of five, unexpectedly passed away in the early morning hour of Saturday, May 30, 2015.

She was born in Rhinelander, on March 26, 1958, to Jane (David) Zuidmulder and Edward (Donna) Stephan.

Sheryl graduated from Lakeland Union High School in 1976 and received her associates degree in accounting from Northcentral Technical College before moving and getting married in Medford. Her greatest joy was crafting and her talents allowed her to run a family business for many years.

She is survived by her father Edward (Donna) Stephan, Minocqua; sisters, Susan Stephan, Three Lakes, Kathy (Joe) Schetter, Sheboygan Falls; brothers, Mark (Theresa) Stephan, Neenah, Tim (Tammy) Stephan, Oxford; five children, Clint Studinger, New York, Brent Studinger, Medford, Rachel (Greg) Gossel, Minneapolis, Kurt Studinger, Medford, and Heather (Jeremy) Mitchell, Minneapolis; along with six grandchildren.

Sheryl was preceded in death by her mother, Jane Zuidmulder; brother, Mike Stephan; and sister, Joni Belmore.

Her celebration of life will be held at Calvary Lutheran Church in Minocqua, on Saturday, June 6. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., with service at 11 a.m. and a light luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be shared with her children to help with the unexpected expenses.

"Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul, there is no separation." - Rumi