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MARQUETTE, MI - Cheryl (Minelli) Heighes, age 80, of Marquette, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and under the compassionate care of Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice.
Cheryl was born on January 24, 1946, in Menominee, Michigan, the daughter of Lt. Colonel Loren and Justine (Bishop) Roubal. As the daughter of an Air Force officer, Cheryl spent much of her childhood traveling and living in various parts of the world. She eventually settled in the Upper Peninsula and graduated from Gwinn High School in 1964.
In 1966, Cheryl married and was blessed with two sons, David and Mark, who became an important part of her life. In 1991, she married Ron Heighes, and with their marriage, warmly welcomed his daughter, Shannon, into her family.
Throughout her life, Cheryl enjoyed many interests, including reading, decorating, arranging flowers, and studying spiritual works. She appreciated a good football game and was an enthusiastic and devoted Green Bay Packers fan. Above all, Cheryl found her greatest happiness and deepest sense of pride in her family.
Cheryl was a member of St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette.
She is survived by her two sons, David (Vicki) Minelli of New Mexico and Mark (Kathleen) Minelli of Dexter, Michigan; her grandchildren, James and Grace Minelli; her stepdaughter, Shannon, and Shannon’s children, Abby and Jack.
Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Justine Roubal; and her husband, Ron Heighes.
Honoring Cheryl’s wishes, private family graveside services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Fassbender Hansen Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family, where condolences and memories may be shared online at www.fassbenderswansonhansen.com.