Photo courtesy of Adams Funeral Chapel - Charleston
Aug 25, 1943 - Apr 23, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. All of the times we were with Tom and his family and had the pleasure of talking to Mr Sherman he always had a smile. You are all in our prayers
Todd and Kim Fuller
April 26, 2019 | Mattoon, IL
Judy and Family,
You loss is shared by so many who care and sympathize. We are sharing in your sadness as you remember Dick.
We will miss seeing him Sunday mornings at breakfast.
Mike & Marianne
Mike Vaughn
April 25, 2019 | Greenup, IL | Friend
Judy & Tom,
Thinking of you both during this time of sorrow. During our time in Charleston, we fondly remember Dick as a genuine, sincere person. You are blessed to cherish many precious memories of a life well lived.
Peace to you both.
Jean & John North
April 25, 2019 | Palm Harbor, FL
Oh Sarah, we are so very sorry to read this sad news. Know we are thinking of you Love to you and the family.
Peggy & Jon Flyte
April 25, 2019 | Sebring, FL | Family
Judy. I treasure all the years Ive known Dick. It was great to work with him for so many years. He was a person of honor. So sorry to hear of his passing prayers and hugs to you and your family
Carolyn Kolling
April 25, 2019
Dick , was a fine man. He will be missed. Sorry for your loss.
Jeff & Janice Moler
April 25, 2019 | Russellville, KY | Friend
Judy & Family,
I am so very sorry to read of Dicks passing. You both were such nice classmates and friends. May God hold you all in HIS loving arms and give you Peace and Comfort as only HE can give.
You will be in my Prayers
Sharon Carpenter Pickett
April 25, 2019 | Calera, OK | Classmate
Tim and I were so sad to hear of your loss, I will always remember how kind you both are. I will miss seeing him at WBs. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Tim and Kathy WHALEN
April 24, 2019 | Charleston, IL | Friend
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. With Love Janet and Alan Johns
Janet and Alan Johns
April 24, 2019 | Charleston, IL | Family
CHARLESTON, IL – Richard Lee Sherman, age 75 of Charleston, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. The Graveside Service, honoring and celebrating his life, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 26, 2019 at Roselawn Cemetery in Charleston with Tom Sherman officiating. Donations in his honor may be made to The Foundation For Barnes-Jewish Hospital – Organ Transplant Center and left at the Graveside Service or mailed to Adams Funeral Chapel, 2330 Shawnee Dr., Charleston, IL 61920.
Dick was born August 25, 1943 in Charleston, Illinois, to the late Ralph and Cynthia (Greene) Sherman. He married Judith Motley on September 23, 1962. Left to cherish their many wonderful memories is Judy, his loving and devoted wife of 56 years; his son, Tom Sherman and wife Diane of Humboldt, Illinois; four grandchildren, Sarah Flyte and husband Eric, Katie Robinson and husband Garrett, Austin Sherman and wife Megan, and Abbie Sherman; and a sister, Barbara “Bobbie” Miller and husband Jim of Rantoul. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jerry Sherman.
Dick was a graduate of Charleston High School and furthered his education at E.I.U. Many years ago, he worked for the Star Station in Charleston before accepting a job with the City of Charleston. He was employed with the city for 27 years and retired as Superintendent of the Water Treatment Plant.
It was no secret that Dick was a huge fan of St. Louis Cardinals baseball. He enjoyed working in his yard in the summer months and in winter, following a snow, many of Dick’s neighbors knew he would soon be there to plow their driveways. He was a good friend and faithful member of the morning breakfast group that for years met every morning at What’s Cookin’ and now at WB’s. Dick loved his family dearly and was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and soon-to-be great-grandfather. Dick’s family and friends will always treasure the many memorable times shared.
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