HUDSON FALLS – Cheryl O’Keefe, born July 4th 1956, of Hudson Falls, NY, passed away peacefully in her home on April 11th, 2025, surrounded by people who loved her. Cheryl was born in Glens Falls, NY and was the daughter of Leo and Sharon Maynard. In her formative years she was raised in Fort Ann, NY. She was taken from us too soon, but whether by bike, boat, or car she lived her life full throttle. Cheryl was a vibrant woman with a zest for life and was beloved by everyone she encountered.
She always had her three sons in her heart Dan, Patrick, and Shaun and a daughter in law Tammy who she loved as her own. Cheryl was many things, but above all Cheryl was the heart and soul of her family, providing support, love, and stability to those around her. She was the one who always showed up, and usually with your favorite homemade treat exactly when you needed it. She was always fun to be around and made the hardest situations bearable. She radiated joy and loved fiercely.
One of the people she looked up to the most in this world was her father. Her respect and love for him could be seen in her incredible work ethic, can-do attitude, and unshakable moral compass. She also shared his love for anything with a motor. Cheryl took pride in having meticulously maintained home and yard which was possibly the most beautiful in Upstate New York. Her father taught her to work hard and play harder, and it was a lesson she passed down to her children, and her grandchildren. Cheryl traveled, rode her motorcycle, and attended motor car races until the very end of her life.
Cheryl worked at CR Bard for over 40 years. She grew a great deal as a person in her time there. She was perhaps most proud of obtaining her degree from SUNY Adirondack as a returning adult student. She accomplished many goals and cultivated many long-lasting beautiful friendships throughout her career. No outing with Cheryl was complete until we ran into a coworker and chatted for a time.
Cheryl is survived by her mother Sharon Maynard, her three sons Dan O’Keefe and his wife, Tammy; Patrick O’Keefe, and Shaun O’Keefe, her four siblings Leo “Bummy” Maynard and his wife, Margret; Denise Maynard, Michael Maynard and his wife, Loretta; and Lavon Maynard Hartman. Cheryl had three grandchildren Briana Gaynair, David O’Keefe, and Aidend O’Keefe and also two great grandchildren Traya Gaynair and Mara Gaynair. She is also survived by her boyfriend David Ure, her nieces and nephews Scott Maynard, Ashley Moorehouse, Kristen Calabrese, Joshua Maynard, Coleman Maynard, and Justin Maynard will all miss her greatly.
A celebration of life will be held in Cheryl’s honor on May 11th from 1-5pm, located at the Hudson Falls American Legion on Pearl Street. Friends and family are being asked to bring a dish to share while we rejoice in her memory and share our best stories.
Her heart was huge !!!!! To soon . She is so missed . She was having so much fun . It was all her doing !!! You’re right she was living .
May peace come for Dave and her family . Hugs 🤗
She will be missed hopefully she is with her dad
Cheryl was a wonderful person, loved and respected by so many, and a very dear friend. She was always thoughtful and ready to help friends in need. I miss her very much. My heartfelt condolences to her family and Dave. She loved you all so much.
Such a beautiful person and yes gone too soon! Our sympathy to her entire family and Dave.
Mark and Carol Wilson
Such a loving and true account for a remarkable and talented woman. You will be sorely missed Cheryl.
my prayers for the whole family,cheryl was a firecracker,how fitting she was born on the fourth, she will forever be my birthday twin!!!Many birthday meetings at work,i will miss seeing her at hannaford with her mom.She was the best,always a smile,a hug,My heart hurts for her whole family,and especially my girl Ashley her niece.Rest in peace Cheryl,her light will live on forever ❤️
One of the most genuine souls I had the pleasure to meet and work with. May God bless you Cheryl sore with the angels 😇. Prayers for her family and friends. she definitely left a presence in this world
Cheryl was truly a unique individual. I never remember seeing her without a smile on her face. She walked and lived with purpose, full of energy and kindness. She will be missed by so many my condolences to her family and to David. Gone to soon. God bless you Cheryl. ❤️
As little as time as I know, Cheryl as her neighbor, she was a very hard worker, keeping her yard super perfect and clean, always helping our neighbor Scott and helping others she’s gonna be very missed!!
We remember our many years at Bard working with Cheryl. She worked her way up from Manufacturing Associate to Team Leader to Head Calibration Technician. We interacted with her daily. She was a wonderful person.
Your smile was always present and you were so dedicated to whatever you did in life. My sincere sympathy to your family and friends. Rest in Peace Cheryl.
I remember MANY good times over the years with Cheryl at work and socially as well. Cheryl brought to all she knew a zest for life, caring, sharing, and genuine interest in their lives as well. Cheryl is now an ANGEL soaring high and shining bright to insure all of the special memories we all have are never forgotten.