Chevelle 'Chevy' Mack, Beloved Montana Native, Dies at 61

Chevy Mack, a lifelong Montanan known for her creativity, compassion, and love of family, passed away after a battle with stage four cancer.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Chevelle 'Chevy' Cheri Mack, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and community member from Melstone, Montana, passed away on January 18, 2026 at the age of 61 after a courageous fight against stage four cancer. Chevy was known for her creativity, compassion, and deep love of family, having returned to her hometown in her final 18 months to care for her parents and create lasting memories with her loved ones.

Why it matters

Chevy's passing is deeply felt in the close-knit community of Melstone, where she was remembered as a vibrant, generous spirit who dedicated her life to caring for others, particularly hospice patients and those with special needs. Her story highlights the impact one person can have through a life of service and the importance of cherishing time with loved ones, especially in the face of terminal illness.

The details

Chevy was the second of four daughters born to Roger and Sherrie Mack. She was raised on a farm and ranch where she developed a love for activities like riding motorcycles, horseback riding, and playing bass guitar in the family band. After graduating high school, Chevy co-owned a tanning business in Atlanta, Georgia before returning to her calling of caring for others. In the final 18 months of her life, Chevy moved back to Melstone to be close to her family, helping her parents and creating lasting memories.

  • Chevy was diagnosed with stage four cancer on October 12, 2025.
  • Chevy passed away on the morning of January 18, 2026.

The players

Chevelle 'Chevy' Cheri Mack

A beloved daughter, sister, mother, and community member from Melstone, Montana who passed away at the age of 61 after a courageous fight against stage four cancer.

Roger and Sherrie Mack

Chevy's loving parents, with whom she spent her final 18 months in Melstone.

Sophie Jordan Cooperman (Marc)

Chevy's only child, who was the light of her life.

Harp

Chevy's dear friend who traveled from South Carolina to Montana multiple times to support and care for her following her diagnosis.

Savannah Stone

Chevy's niece who came from Michigan to care for her during the last month of her life.

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What’s next

A memorial site will be placed on the "cross hill" west of Melstone, and the family is planning a celebration of life for Chevy at a later date.

The takeaway

Chevy's life and legacy serve as an inspiration to cherish time with loved ones, find beauty in the world around us, and dedicate ourselves to caring for others, even in the face of great adversity.