Sheila Benson Cheeks

Sheila Diane Benson Cheeks, 68, of Winona, MN died Thursday, June 2, 2016 at Ostrander Nursing Home, Ostrander, MN.
Sheila Diane Benson was born September 3, 1947 to Vernon and LaVaughn (Vick) Benson in Lanesboro, MN. She was raised in Rushford, MN. Sheila married Robert P. Cheeks and they were later divorced. During their marriage, the couple lived in various countries and states, while Robert was in the service. They mainly lived in Illinois where Sheila worked for 6 Flags in Gurnee, IL. Sheila was a big Minnesota Vikings fan. She always wore purple and would frequently visit Mankato, MN to attend Viking training camp. She also enjoyed playing Bingo.
Sheila is survived by her son James Cheeks, Winona, MN; her sister Nancy Benson, Winona, MN; four brothers, Terry (Linda) Benson, Foster, RI, Dennis (Pat) Benson, Fountain City, WI, Duane Benson, Winona, MN, Kenneth (Carol) Benson, Rushford, MN; her grandchildren, Nick and Cole Knutson and Zayden Peterson. She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter Teresa Benson Knutson.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Hoff Funeral Home, Rushford, MN. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Please leave a memory of Sheila and sign her online guest book at www.hofffuneral.com.