Charmain Satree
February 2, 1953 - November 6, 2020
Long time educator Charmain "Charm" Satree passed away peacefully on November 6, surrounded by family and friends.
Charm was born February 2, 1953 in West Point, Nebraska to Ray and Jean (Lane) Satree. The oldest of four, Charm loved her siblings Doug, Shelly, and Steve with great pride and care. She was proud of her Norwegian heritage: making lefse with family, researching her ancestry, and eventually making the trip of a lifetime to Norway to meet extended family.
At a very early age, Charm's love for the farm and athletics showed. She helped with daily chores on the farm and was very active in her school. She participated in 4H, softball, volleyball, and basketball, and spent many late summers attending the Burt County Fair. After high school, Charm advanced her education at Wayne State College, receiving a bachelor's degree in education.
Charm spent most of her career, 29 years, working for Lincoln Public Schools with many years at Lincoln NorthStar as a Skills and Technology teacher. Her work with Skills USA, an organization to improve the nation's skilled workforce, brought her much joy. Charm continued mentoring students even after her retirement and traveled the state encouraging young women to be successful in the industrial tech field.
Throughout her life Charm was a dedicated athlete, not only participating in sports but also coaching. From softball to golf, she stayed active even through cancer treatment. She was a passionate Huskers volleyball, softball, and football fan…Go Big Red! Charm was also very involved in United Lutheran Church and spent time volunteering at the Pine Ridge Reservation.
Charm's family was the center of her life. Time with her mom and dad on the farm was most important to her and she loved all her family, cousins and extended family immensely. She had countless friends that she loved and they adored her. As adults, former students often visited to thank her and share more about the impact she had on their lives and success. Family, friends, and former students organized parades for Charm this past spring. More than 70 cars drove by her house to wave and express their love and respect.
Charm survived both breast cancer and lymphoma, and was diagnosed with PML disease in May. With support from her #CharmStrong team, she met the disease head on. Throughout her life and through her challenges, Charm set an example for all and always brought the high fun factor.
Charm is survived by her parents Ray and Jean Satree; siblings Doug Satree (Jane), Shelly Satree, and Steve Satree; nieces Amy Cook (Justin) and Katy Satree; aunt Chloe and uncle John Johnson; cousins Deb Cornell, Roxanne Cornell (Jennifer Polzin), Dane Cornell (Judy), Jay Johnson (Marlene), Alan Stenvers, Tracy Scow (Chris), Linda Stenvers (Chris Marisette), and Lisa Preston (Ron); goddaughter Sidney Scow; great-nephews Jackson and Lane Cook; and many extended family members and cherished friends. Preceded in death by her beloved grandparents Lorene and Virgil Lane, and Erling and Ingrid Satree; aunt Norma and uncle Clancy Cornell, aunt Marilyn and uncle Dennis Stenvers; and cousin Ron Cornell.
The family wishes to thank the circle of dear friends who cared for Charm these past months, surrounding her with love and laughter, as well as the incredible staff at HoriSun Hospice and The Monarch House who cared for all of us so beautifully, teaching us to let go with love.
One of Charm's favorite songs, "Crowded Table" by the Highwomen, truly expresses her love with the chorus, "I want a house with a crowded table, and a place by the fire for everyone…"
A celebration of Charm's life will be held at the Uehling Auditorium (224 Third Street, Uehling, Nebraska 68063) on Saturday, November 14 with an indoor/outdoor visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m., service at 10:00 a.m., and a brief tailgate party to follow. Huskers gear encouraged, in Charm's honor. Masks required, social distancing encouraged. Memorials may be sent to The Logan View Education Foundation, The Burt County Fair Foundation, or United Lutheran Church in Lincoln.
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