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Sherri May Obituary
Sherri left us far too early in life, passing away April 10, 2011, but her grace and beauty will forever be in our hearts. Born in Globe, AZ November 10, 1956, her family moved to the Phoenix area when she was a little girl. She loved Phoenix, the warm weather, movies, and the newest in shopping . . ."The Mall". But Sherri was not destined to remain in the valley and again her family was transferred to Flagstaff when Sherri was just beginning high school, where soon she would meet the love of her life, Jim. Marrying her high school sweetheart in 1974, Sherri and Jim began sharing an adventure lasting over 36 years. Sherri began her professional career in 1977 at what was then Valley National Bank. She served in many banking positions in the branches and in sales and marketing. Her innovative, engaging approach to employee customer communication helped the bank through several mergers and acquisitions. She left Bank One in 1997 to start her own business, Sherri May & Company, a creative services and marketing company specializing in the financial services industry. Through her creativity, keen business sense, devoted business partnerships, and fun-loving personality, Sherri grew the business from a one-woman shop to a staff of 10. Sherri instilled a sense of confidence and true appreciation for everyone with whom she worked. As one client said recently, "Sherri always made you feel like everything was going to be OK." Sherri is survived by her husband Jim, their two sons Dan and Timothy, and one granddaughter Suzanne. She was preceded in death by her father Jerry Wenzel. Her mother, Laura Lou Wenzel resides in Peoria, AZ along with her younger brother Kris Wenzel of Phoenix. We will honor and celebrate Sherri's life on April 16th at the North Phoenix Baptist Church located at 5757 N. Central Avenue in Phoenix, beginning with a public viewing at 1:00 PM and funeral service at 2:00 PM. Family and friends are encouraged to share their memories and condolences by visiting the online obituary Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com Sherri always included her favorite quote of the week with her emails to friends and clients. Her last quote was from author Dave Barry which said "Nobody cares it you can't dance, Just get up and dance."
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Memories and Condolences
for Sherri May
Sponsored by Jim.
Lena May
November 10, 2023
Dear Sherri: Remembering you on your heavenly birthday.
I know you must be sharing with all our other loved ones who have gone on also. Just to tell you how much you are missed.
From your Mother-in-law, Lena May.
Lena May
April 10, 2023
Dear Sherri: one day after our Easter celebration. Missing you after 12 years. Your son, Danny is coming to
see me today and then will visit your place of burial. Your one granddaughter, Suzanne is doing great. 22 years old now and a lovely looking young lady.
Your Mother-in-law, Lena.
Lena May
November 10, 2022
Happy heavenly birthday, Sherri. Missing you always. You are forever loved and remembered on your special 66th B/D. From Mamay.
Lena May
April 10, 2022
My dear Sherri: It's been 11 years since you were taken from us. Remembering this day and how you
are still missed by your family. You now have 3 very sweet grandchildren. Love you always, Mamay(Lena)
Lena May
November 10, 2021
Happy heavenly 65th Birthday. Missing you always since you have been gone. Praying you have found our other loved ones who have gone on after yourself.
So many changes in life here but still thankful.
Your Mamay, Lena
Lena May
April 10, 2021
Our dear Sherri: It's been 10 years now since you went to your
heavenly home. Missing you and our other loved ones who have
left us. Your memory continues on and you will never be forgotten. Happy 10 years celebration!! Love you always. MaMay
April 10, 2021
Lena May
November 10, 2020
Happy Birthday, Sherri. We got to meet your new grand baby, Halley. She looks a lot like her brother, Preston. I know you would be so proud of them. We still miss your presence here.
Do hope today will be a wonderful, heavenly birthday. Loving
you always. Your Mother-in-law, Lena May
Lena May
April 10, 2020
Happy Easter Sherri:
Nine years since you went away. Missing you so much as this Easter holiday rolls around. Your family is doing well. Grandchildren, Suzanne and Preston are growing up to be beautiful children. We lost
Steve to his heavenly home last September so
missing all of you so much.
Loving you always,
MaMay
Lena May
November 9, 2019
November 10, 2019
Dear Sherri:
Happy Heavenly birthday. I still think of you often.
Your two boys have grown up to be fine young men.
Still two grandchildren. Suzanne is 18 and Preston
is 4. You would be proud of all of them.
Much love,
Mam May
Lena May
May 11, 2019
Dear Sherri:
Happy heavenly Mother's Day to you as the blessed Mother of my two grandsons. Missing you always.
Love,
Mam May
Lena May
April 9, 2019
You have been gone 8 years now and still missing you always. I think a lot lately of you and Papa and so many good times as a family. Soon we will be celebrating Easter so there is always a void without
your presence. Missing your Mom also.
Love you forever,
Mam May
Joyce Davis
April 7, 2019
It was wonderful knowing you, Sheri, such a sweet person, as is the whole May family. Can't believe how time flies. Best of all we will see you again.
Lena May
December 29, 2018
Merry Christmas to my heavenly daughter-in-law.
Missing you always. Dan had us all for Christmas
dinner and you would have been proud of him, serving all of us with your beautiful Christmas dishes.
I know how you loved Christmas so maybe you are
using your talents in heaven., because you had many.
Loving you always,
Mam May
Lena May
November 10, 2018
My dear Sherri:
Happy 62nd Heavenly Birthday. You will always be
missed so at this time I am thinking of you and
remembering the good times when you walked among us.
Love you,
Mam May
Lena May
April 10, 2018
My dear Sherri:
Remembering 7 years ago when you were so
tragically taken from us. Many things in our lives
have changed, but you will always be a part of
our memories.
Mam May
Lena May
December 25, 2017
Dear Sherri:
As always, missing you on this Christmas. Love all
our memories we made. Will always keep them in my heart and mind.
Mam May
Lena May
November 10, 2017
My dear Sherri:
Today we would be celebrating your birthday. So...wishing you a Happy Heavenly 61st. You will
never be forgotten.
Love,
Mam May
Lena May
April 10, 2017
Dear Sherri:
Today would be 6 years that you left us and much too early. Still missing your laughter and all that you gave us during your lifetime. Miss all those family get-togethers that you always so graciously gave of yourself to make our world a better place.
Love you,
Mam May
December 28, 2016
Dear Sherri:
To you, a belated Merry Christmas. Always missing you and remembering so many special times with you at Christmas. Your family will always have a special place in their lives for you.
Mam May
March 27, 2016
Happy Easter, Sherri!! Missing you so much and your beautiful Easter Dinners that you so lovingly prepared for us thru the years. You will continue to be remembered on days like today. Jesus is alive.
Love you,
Mam May
January 1, 2016
Happy Heavenly New Year Sherri!!!
Thinking of the earthly New Years you did get to enjoy and now in your heavenly home. Still missing you here!!!
Love,
Mam May
November 10, 2015
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Sherri!!
Words are inadequate to describe how much I miss you here. Just today remembering our great time in Disneyland on your birthday 5 years ago. Memories flood my soul!!! Many of them to last a lifetime.
Love you,
Mam May
June 15, 2015
Happy 41st Heavenly Anniversary, Sherri: Still think of you often and will always miss you. Your gravestone marker at the cemetery is always kept so beautiful with Roses. Just thinking of this special day.
Love you,
Mam May
May 9, 2015
Happy Mother's Day, Sherri
Thinking of you today and how much we all miss you and will forever be thinking of you on days like today.
Mam May
April 10, 2015
Dear Sherri:
It was 4 years ago (2011) today that you were so tragically taken from us, due to the fault of a careless automobile driver. Some of us visited your gravesite today and remembered all the good times we had when you were with us. You will never be forgotten.
Love you,
Mam May
April 4, 2015
Happy Easter Sherri:
Loving you as always and will forever miss you!!
Mam May
February 14, 2015
Happy Valentine's Day Sherri:
Loving you with many memories of days gone by.
Mam May
December 25, 2014
Merry Christmas my dear Sherri:
You will be forever thought of and missed when each Christmas comes around. Remembering all the good times we had at Christmas. Much is different now but you will always and forever be in our memory.
Love you,
Mam May
November 10, 2014
Happy Birthday Sherri:
You are forever remembered on this day. Thinking of our special time together in Disneyland on your birthday a few years ago. May your laughter and love live on in those who remember you today.
Much love from
Mam May
June 15, 2014
Happy 40th Anniversary Sherri: You are still missed so much and thoughts of you this day bring sweet memories to mind. You will forever be loved and remembered for the good times we had as a family. Your graciousness and love for us was one we will never forget. Rest in peace!!
Mam May
Mary Jane Rogers
April 8, 2014
Just finished a big meeting and found myself talking about Sherri's magic. I miss her all the time, and I can't imagine how much the wonderful May family does. Love to you all. MJ
Classmate from Coconino High
Eva Aiken
April 6, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss of Sherri. May your memories bring you comfort and know she is watching over you now. Bless you all in your sorrow.
February 14, 2014
Happy Valentine's Day, my Sherri:
Miss you so much on days like today, just thinking of
the love you shared with all of us. You and Papa are both
missed so much. You will always be in my thoughts as
one of the sweetest daughter-in-laws a Mother could
ever have. My love for you goes on forever.
Your Mother-in-law
Mam May
December 25, 2013
Dear Sherri: Merry Christmas.
We always remember you this time of the year and think of all the wonderful Christmas meals you prepared for so many of us over the years. I did the preparing today for some of us that had dinner at my house and then some had Christmas dinner at Sun City with Tasha's Mother. Your son, Dan did the cooking there. I will forever miss our times together and will look forward to one day seeing you in heaven. I miss you so much!!
Much love,
Mam May
November 28, 2013
Happy Thanksgiving, dear Sherri:
You were remembered today as we celebrated our Thanksgiving. We will never forget how you liked your gravy, especially without all the giblets. Papa always fixed some special for you. We missed his cooking today so the group had to do with mine. I believe they agreed that I was not the cook that Papa was for all those years. We missed both of you and will always think of those special times we had together. Today just reminded us of the good times we had when you and Papa were here. You will forever be in our hearts and the memories you left are special.
Love you,
Mam May
November 10, 2013
My Dear Sherri:
Just thinking of you today on your birthday. You will continue to be in our hearts as we still miss your presence with us so much. We have had so many changes in our lives these last two and one-half years. We miss your beautiful smile and all the loveliness about your life. We know that one day we will see you again and that gives us much comfort and hope as we look forward to that day. Happy Birthday With Love,
Mam May
Cindy (McLain) Wood
August 7, 2013
Jim
It's been many, many years since I've seen or talked to you but I want you to know I was stunned and sadden to hear of Sherri's passing. I know she loved you and your sons' and am hoping you are all doing ok. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 14, 2013
Happy Valentine's Day to my dear Sherri. How we still miss your presence here in our lives. I hope you and the loved ones are celebrating love today. It is said "tears wash away the pain in our hearts." If that is true, then perhaps I won't have so much pain in missing you and our loved ones. May your memory live on in all our hearts.
Much love,
Mam May
Emily May
September 14, 2012
Aunt Sherri:
I was just thinking about you tonight and how much I miss hearing your laugh. Looking forward to the day I hear it again.
Kappy Maunder
June 16, 2012
God bless you as you get together and celebrate life with Jesus and faith, hope, and love. And perfection will be final as we live His light in His presence forever. What a day of glory that will be when we all see Jesus. The Lord bless you and keep you and make His face to shine upon you and grant you His peace. Love always, Kappy & family
Bill & Lena May
June 15, 2012
To our Dear Sherri: Happy 38th Wedding Anniversary. It has been 14 months since you were so tragically taken from us in the car accident. Jim & Timothy have arranged for us all to get together for Father's Day on Sunday. You are always in our hearts and our thoughts. Until we meet again in that day with no pain and suffering, but only God's light and love in us and around us forever. ALOHA!
Mam May & Papa
Lena May
April 10, 2012
Today Papa and I visited your gravesite. What beautiful flowers you had. Your team from SM&Co. had placed a beautiful bouquet in a watering can with a note that said, "We still miss you." Some leis were there and looked like around the leis were cut-out flowers with initials on them. Then a beautiful vase of roses. I took you an orchid and placed with the other flowers. We do miss you so much but have joy when we know where you are and that place is heaven. Our pain is still real but our memories of you never fade.
Love always,
Papa & Mam May
Pedro F. Báez
April 9, 2012
You are still in our hearts and in our memories, dear wayfinder. Know that you were much appreciated, very much loved and never forgotten by your Tribe of Martha Beck Cadets, January 2011 Life Coach Training, AKA 'The January 2011 Wayfinders'.
April 8, 2012
Happy Easter Sherri:
It is a beautiful Easter Morning--Resurrection Sunday. Getting ready for church, thinking of you and how you would love to be with us today as we all celebrate together our Risen Savior and then have lunch at the San Marcos, Chandler. We know you will be with us in spirit and we will be able to experience your love and laughter as we all knew you and loved you. Your memory lives on in us.
Love,
Mam May
February 5, 2012
Dear Sherri:
It seems like I miss you more every day. Just today I was thinking about you as I was getting ready to go to church.
I will never understand why you had to leave us so early in life when your life was so full of so many good things. Your wonderful marriage, your two boys, your daughter-in-law and that sweet granddaughter was your life. Also, how much you loved and adored Brittnee and would one day have seen her come into your family. She loved and misses you also. We have to believe that when we get to heaven, all these answers and doubts will be answered for us. For now, memories are still getting us through every day. You will always remain in our hearts.
Love,
Mam May
December 26, 2011
Our dear Sherri:
Just can't begin to tell you how we missed you this Christmas season. Your beauty and memories of times past will linger with us forever. At Christmas dinner, we all recalled some of the beautiful dinners you served us and how you made it all look so easy with so many people!!!
I took the reins this year but nothing was as elegant as you always made it. Jim and the boys are celebrating your life with Christmas in Hawaii, your favorite place. I know you must be celebrating the "Christ of Christmas" face to face.
Love always,
Mam May
December 11, 2011
Dear Sherri:
We missed your presence at Emily's graduation but we know you were looking down on her as you had such an important role in her life. She loved you so and looked upon you as a very special Aunt. I know she was so happy that her Uncle Jim could be there as his role in her life has also been a very significant one. We are all keeping your memory alive as we celebrate this Christmas season.
Love you,
Mam May
November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving Sherri:
You were greatly missed at our table today, but we felt your presence as Papa prepared the "Sherri" gravy. It was a little difficult at first for all of us because you were missing in our prayer circle before our "big" meal. You will forever have a place in all of our hearts.
Love you,
Mam May
November 10, 2011
Happy Birthday Sherri:
Oh, how we miss you. It has been 7 months since you passed away in that tragic car accident. Days are still sad knowing you are not with us but we feel your presence everywhere. You are being honored tonight at a restaurant in Disneyland, a place you loved to visit. I will always keep the memories of you and how special you were to me over the many years I called you my very special "daughter-in-law."
Lovingly,
Mam May
June 16, 2011
Jim:
I did not finish the last entry dated June 15, 2011, concerning yours and Sherri's 37th wedding anniversary. I will finish with knowing that God will give you the strength to carry on. Sherri will never be forgotten. May her memory live on in your heart. I found a beautiful saying, "tears wash away the pain in our hearts."
Lovingly,
Your Mom
June 15, 2011
Jim:
Today would have been yours and Sherri's 37th wedding anniversary. How well we remember the day you married. Just two kids so much in love and how over the years that love grew to be something so beautiful. Just keep the memories you have and those times will remind you how special your love for each other was. May God give you strength and courage to carry on and know that Sherri is looking down on all of us with her love
Laurie Shellenbarger
May 15, 2011
Laura Lou, we are so sorry to hear about Sherri. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Shane and Laurie
Kappy Maunder
May 6, 2011
Jim, Dan and family, and Timothy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as Sunday will be remembering your loved one in a special way. God bless and comfort you as you praise the Lord for her life. We love you, Kappy Maunder, Laura Lou Pendergast, Elana K. Wight
Sherrie Bates
May 5, 2011
Laura Lou,
I was so sorry to hear of Sherri's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Virginia Brooks
May 2, 2011
I was fortunate to be the person who Sherri chose to paint with. She was one of my very first students and always my favorite. I helped her to perfect her painting, but she perfected my attitude towards life. Her obvious joy was infective! We had one hilarious painting experience that stands out among all of the rest. She wanted to paint an adirondack chair, on the beach, with a martini glass on the arm. Oh, how we laughed and struggled with that chair! But we kept at it and finally she was able to go home with the painting. I believe I know who the recipient was...but just in case...please know that it was painted with typical Sherri mirth! A truly wonderful person. I am grateful to have known her and I will never forget her.
Tom Burkhart
April 27, 2011
To the family of Sherri May,
I worked with Sherri at VNB/Chase and during that time it was always a treat to see her smiling face. I pray that you receive that supernatureal sense of peace in the middle of your hugh loss. As was said by another on this site - you never are without those that are forever in your heart.
Lissa Markwardt
April 22, 2011
I had the beautiful opportunity to know Sherri through but a few phone calls and email messages connecting us in our life coach training. Sherri's genuine caring for others was effervescent in her approach to others. I always felt so fortunate to have been touched by her genuine kindness and sincere outpouring of grace. She felt like an angel on earth. I am grateful for the gifts Sherri bestowed upon my life and sending my love to all who will miss her in theirs.
Deborah Mislove
April 21, 2011
Dear Family, Friends and Co-workers of Sherri,
I am so sorry for your shocking loss. Sherri was in my coaching class, and I was fortunate to meet and spend an evening with her and another classmate last month. She was warm, kind, genuine and generous, with an irresistable laugh! May the blessing of her life inspire and comfort you during this difficult time and always.
Lori Koop
April 21, 2011
I LOVED Sherri, and I never got to meet her in person. I too was part of her coaching cadre. That's how we met, coaching each other on the phone. Her beautiful spirit was healing and her wisdom obvious. I am beside myself. We will miss you with us, Sherri. But your love deposits will endure in us forever.
Sandi Shroads
April 21, 2011
To Sherri's family - Please accept my heartfelt sympathy over Sherri's untimely passing. While I had yet to meet her in person, she was a fellow student in my coaching class, and she always had wise and kind ideas to share. I am so sorry!
Jennifer Long
April 21, 2011
I am so sorry and my thoughts have been with you guys. I have known Dan and Tasha since my freshman year in High School. They are the best. Love you guys. Suzanne I am so sorry you lost your granmother. my thoughts are with you sweetie.
Betsy Pearson
April 21, 2011
To Sherri's family and colleagues there in Arizona, I would like to extend my sincere condolences. Sherri and I were students together these last three months. Through phone calls and emails, I very quickly connected with her positive spirit and obvious ability to make everything she did a 'success" not just in the every-day sense of the word (though definitely that too) but also in the big picture scheme of things that's easy to forget in the day-today logistics -- she seemed keenly aware of the lightness, humor and beauty of living. She spoke so highly to me of her family and of her colleagues -- know that she was keenly aware of how much you meant to her. I know she felt lucky to have all of you.
Al Eames
April 21, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Sherri. As you can only imagine, Sherri always had such a wonderful positive can do attitude. She truly had it figured out. The world lost a good one.
Ann W Boyette
April 19, 2011
It was such a shock to hear of Sherri's passing. She was such a lovely, bubbly person and a joy to work with. I assisted her in several projects she outsourced thru my former employer. She truly had a talent for what she did and did it so effortlessly. She will be missed.
Rose Brizzee
April 18, 2011
Jim, Dan, & Timothy,
I so loved working with Sherri at VNB and Chase but especially at SMCO. She wasn't just my boss, she was a special friend, a lifelong friend. Sherri was a true gift from God and I feel so blessed to have had her a part of my life. Thank you for sharing her with me. My heart is heavy from sadness but my mind is full of all the wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless.
Bob Dreste
April 18, 2011
While I only worked with Sherri for a month it was obvious that she had enormous energy and creatibity. Her likable personality was front and center.
A real professional in everything she did. I wish her family strength at this time.
Emily May
April 18, 2011
To my family:
I am not really sure what I can say right now. Just know that I am praying for everyone and thinking about you all. Aunt Sherri was an incredible woman who offered so much to the people in her life. She was a selfless, creative, compassionate, intelligent, loving, graceful, classy, and fun woman who touched so many lives. I love her and will miss her so much.
Doug Harding
April 18, 2011
Jim, Danny, and Timothy --
Through a mutual friend passing on a link to this, I just learned of Sherri's passing. I'm truly shocked and saddened to hear of it. And, Jim, though we've not seen each other for way too many years, I just wanted you to know, brother, that my prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sherri was truly unique and a one-of-a-kind. Having known you guys since somewhere around 1975 or so, I know the kind of people you are. Sherri gave me a new start in life by providing a professional opportunity, and she's the reason I'm where I am today.
My prayers for God's peace and understanding go out to your whole family, Jim.
Julie Laux
April 17, 2011
I just learned of Sherri's passing today. I was deeply saddened to hear that one of our bright spots in Arizona was darkened way before her time.
My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the entire family.
Sincerely
Julie Laux
April 17, 2011
I worked at VNB during the same period as Sherri. What a class act she was!
Dorina Barragan
Diane Bowness
April 17, 2011
Dear Lena and Pastor May,
Our deepest sympathy to you,your son Jim and his family on the loss of your beloved Sherri.Heaven just got another Angel.Our prayers and love,
Diane and George
Tasha May
April 16, 2011
Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am about the loss of such an amazing woman. She touched the lives of many people with her generosity, enthusiasm, and optimism. Her vibrant and energetic personality and her warm smile lit up the room. I will always remember the family get-togethers and how she would do everything she could to make everyone feel welcome and happy. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to get to know her. She will be missed very much and will remain in our hearts forever.
April 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time especialy Laura Lou
Roy& Marilyn
Sunset for Sherri
Mary Jane Rogers
April 15, 2011
I'm sure Sherri is already painting sunsets in Heaven. God probably put her in charge of pink, since He knows she is happiest helping people notice beauty and good in the world. I'll miss her until I see her again. Love and prayers to Jim, Dan, Timothy, Suzanne and all --
April 15, 2011
Jim, Dan, and Timothy,
Words cannot express my sorrow for your tragic loss. I feel so priviledged to know not only you and your wonderful family, but also know Sherri and her sweet personality. She will never be forgotten. We love you and know that God is with you at this time. Joyce and Dave Davis
Sandy Hlasten
April 15, 2011
From family to family our prayers and love are with you.
Kappy Maunder
April 15, 2011
Dear Jim, Danny and Timothy May,
My heart goes out to you as your loss is so great and such a shock. I know that God loves you very much and will see you through as you are in sorrow and yet know you are honoring and celebrating Sherri's life for all that she has been to you and so many others. The angels carried her away to heaven and she is in a perfect place that is everlasting. Just like the seven "no mores" tell us. God bless and comfort you, give you strength, grace, peace and hope as you claim His promises. He will not leave you nor forsake you. No never. Hold on to the wonderful and precious memories of a beautiful wife and mother and friend. We love you and praying for you every day. God keeps His own. Love in Christ, Kappy Pendergast Maunder, Laura Lou Pendergast
April 15, 2011
Jim
I'm so very sad to hear about your loss. Sherri was such a gentle and beautiful spirit and she lit up the room. Take good care of you. Linda Rehwalt
Sherri is painting sunsets in Heaven. I'm pretty sure God put her in charge of the pinkest ones. My prayers are with you all.
Mary Jane Rogers
April 15, 2011
Laura Seitz
April 15, 2011
Jim, Dan and Timothy-My deepest condolences for your loss--my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have known and worked closely with Sherri for over 18 years--she was always an inspiration to me and to others and I found her to be such an incredible marketing partner, visionary and incredible business woman. She was my friend --we laughed a lot and I am going to miss our stories, giggles and her joy for everything. Love ya Sherri
Steve Thompson
April 15, 2011
We worked with Sherri and her team over the past 15 years at Wells Fargo. Sherri had a creative solution for almost any marketing problem and became a trusted resource for all of us. I considered her to be one of our team and she always brought her smiling face and a positive spirit to the table. I will miss her friendship greatly.
Lorry McDermott
April 15, 2011
Jim, Danny, and Timothy,
I know it's been a long time. I wish I had words that could help lessen the pain of the loss you have suffered. Sadly, there isn't.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days to come. My heart breaks for you and your family. Some things are so difficult to understand and accept. And no matter how much I struggle to find words, there just aren't any.
May G-d bless and keep your family in this very difficult time.
Janice Jones
April 15, 2011
I only had a brief meeting with Sherri but she was such a loving person. My prayers are with you with your loss.
Janice Jones ( Kim's Aunt)
Sara Volpp Smith
April 15, 2011
Words can not begin to express my condolences for your loss. Sherry was an amazing woman, she was truly a gift from God. Although it has been several years since we have spoken, I worked with Sherry and her company while at Norwest and Wells Fargo Bank. Sherry was taken way too early, and will be missed immensely.
Mike Binder
April 15, 2011
I had the great pleasure of working for Sherri, and the wonderful band of people she assembled at Bank One and beyond. To this day, whenever I see a pink Post-It Note, I think of Sherri and I smile. She was one of those eternally optimistic souls who always made you feel welcome and worthy, and on top of the world when you left. I hope we can all step up our game to help fill the void of optimism she has left behind. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Carolyn Manning
April 15, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Sherri's family and friends. She has touched many hearts with her generosity.
Mary Lee & Del Helm
April 14, 2011
We knew and loved Sherri through our daughter, Mary Jane Helm. She gave Mary Jane a baby shower even when M.J. was in the hospital awaiting her twins. She brightened any
room she entered. I know she will always be near in her spirit.
Chris and Becca Robinson
April 14, 2011
Our hearts break for Sherri's family in losing such an amazing, strong, young woman. We pray for God's healing and peace during this difficult time. Dan, Tasha, and Suzanne...you are family to us and we grieve with you. May God bring you peace and comfort in His time. We love you all!
Greg Dzubay
April 14, 2011
There are no words to properly express how badly we feel about your loss.
Do not dwell on her passing but rather celebrate her life. You have a lot of friends out there and we are all here to support you.
Denice Reilly
April 14, 2011
To Sherri's friends and family,
I had the great pleasure of knowing Sherri while she was employed at Valley National Bank and many of my fondest memories include Sherri. I am saddened by her death - too soon, too young!!!! A saying I have found solice in when a loved one is taken too soon is "they are not gone who live in the hearts they left behind" and I know that Sherri lives in all the hearts that she touched in her short time here.
Tyson & Tim Smith-Ray
April 14, 2011
I am heartsick beyond words at your loss Jim, Timothy, Dan, Tasha, Suzanne, Laura Lou, Kris, Priscilla & Kristopher as well as everyone who loved Sherri. Since we were kids she was the one who was overflowing with light, joy and mischief. Ask Nikki for her stories. I have never known anyone who loved to laugh more, or had more ability to bring everyone into her circle of joy - even if it was for just a moment. We are all blessed by her presence and will hold her in our hearts. We send our love to the Mays and Wenzels.
Sandy Hutchison
April 14, 2011
My prayers are with you thru this bad time with the loss of your wife and mother. Theres not any words that will make it better. May god heal your hearts in time.
Sandy Hutchison and Rick Bowden (Kim cousin)
Hugh & Lynne Ternent
April 14, 2011
To Sherri's family, especially Kimberly -- It's hard to even imagine the enormity of your loss. We met Sherri when she came to Ohio for Theda's funeral and to be with Kimberly and help her with her Mother's apartment. Sherri's generous, giving, unselfish nature was obvious from the moment we were introduced. I remember Kimberly saying, "That's just who she is - she loves life and people!" What a wonderful legacy for you to remember and follow. Our love and prayers are with you.
Bill & Lena May
April 13, 2011
Jim, Dan & Timothy:
Words just cannot express how our hearts feel for all of you today. Sherri was the kind of wife, mother, daughter and daughter-in-law that we were so proud to have in our life for 30 plus years. We agree that she was taken too early and such a tragic death that we will never understand why. We will always remember those wonderful Christmas dinners that she fixed for the family, the beauty and her charm that she displayed all around us.
I know that God has that place for her mentioned in John 14:1-3. This is our only comfort that one day we will see her again. So, we give thanks that she touched so many lives. The grief and the pain will be there a long time so
we pray that you all will feel that peace as time goes by. The memories will be so special so keep them in your heart. We offer our love and sympathy.
Mom & Dad May aka Mamma May & Papa
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