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Catharine Sherron Obituary

Of Santa Rosa, CA passed away at age 90 on December 20, 2010. Born August 9, 1920 in Fort Worth, Texas, she graduated from Texas State Teachers College in 1942. She married C. A. Skiles, Jr. who died in 1975. From that marriage she is survived by three children, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. In 1984 she married Roger J. Sherron, Jr. and is survived by him; four step-children and eight step-grandchildren. She was an active member of P.E.O., an avid tennis player into her 80's and an accomplished world-traveler. She loved her family and her family loved her. At her request, no services were held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Educational Fund of the P.E.O. Foundation, Cottey College, 1000 West Austin, Nevada, MO 64772 or Sutter VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1110 North Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95401.

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Published by Press Democrat from Dec. 28 to Dec. 30, 2010.

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January 8, 2011

Miss her already. Such an elegant, beautiful woman. My condolences to Jeanne, Carl, and David. I feel so lucky to be a part of such a talented, wonderful and loving family. My heart goes out to you all. Love, Debbie

Janine Wood-Bokman

January 4, 2011

I am saddened to hear of Catharine's passing but gladdened by having known her. She was such a grand lady with much joie de vivre.

I am reminded of her words of wisdom spoken about our sadness at my father-in-law's memorial. She said, "This too shall pass." And so it has.

Here's to you Catharine. May your voyage to the great beyond be a good one.

December 31, 2010

We pray for peace for the family.
Van, Betty, and Nancy Skiles

Jack & Diane Loppnow

December 30, 2010

It's times like that the miles between us are so many and so long. We are so very sorry and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack & Diane

Linda Bailey

December 29, 2010

Wayne and I are sorry we missed the memorial last night. We came home a day early, but weather permitted us from arriving in time. We will stop by and pay our respects soon.
Wayne and Linda Bailey

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