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Sherri Lynn KEIL

Sherri KEIL Obituary

KEIL, Sherri Lynn

On Saturday March 29th, Sherri passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Carmichael.

Sherri singularly devoted her time on this earth to enriching the lives of family, friends (and strangers) in any way that she was capable. Sherri was an extraordinary wife and mother who loved nothing more than to be surrounded by the people she loved; eating, drinking and indulging in their company.

Sherri combined her caring and selfless nature with being the toughest, most determined woman we've ever known. At the age of 40 (!), she began running marathons and raising donations as a member of Team in Training on behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She tirelessly worked with organizations and people to brighten the lives of those less fortunate. After her knees gave out, she transitioned to providing care to the seniors of Carmichael - helping them with physical therapy at California Family Fitness or even just serving them a Bloody Mary at Lido Cafe. Sherri loved her "old" people.

Sherri is survived by her husband, Dick; sons, Aaron and Spike; daughter, Jenna; sister, Karen; niece, Jessica; two remarkable daughter-in-laws; an incalculable number of friends and a legion of people whose lives she touched on a daily basis.

A celebration of her life will be held at her home in Carmichael on Saturday, April 5th from 2-5pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Apr. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Sherri KEIL

31 Entries

Vicque

March 28, 2025

Sherri, your love, kindness, and compassion for helping others continues to inspire and guide me. I love and miss you so much!

Michele

March 28, 2023

Sherri you live on in my memories. I feel you spirit, hear your laughter, and think of you often. Still loved and missed.
Forever friends,
Love Michele

Teresa Buehler

June 13, 2014

Dear Dick and family
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife/mom. She was a neighbor for the past 15 years. We spoke mostly on walks and enjoyed talking about the dogs. I also saw her at the Lido. Her presence is so missed.

April 13, 2014

Just read my posting..correction...I knew Sherri in the mid 90s not early 80s...rest in peace my friend. I will always remember you. Carol

John Castillo

April 12, 2014

It had been awhile since we saw you but kept looking forward to your positive outlook and energy. Always the best advice and insight. I am sorry to have found out so late. Shawna is right, you are an Angel.

Jules & Vince Perry

April 12, 2014

Love you so much Sherri, with all my heart. You were always the sunshine of everyone's life. Especially mine. In memory of you, I will have a Bloody Mary.It will never be as good as yours were, because you will not be there to share it with me. Love you with all my heart. Jules & Vince

Karen Briggs

April 9, 2014

All my love and prayers to Dick and his family. Sherri was one of the most vibrant, uplifting people I have ever known. I cannot, nor do I want to, believe that she has left us. She will certainly be missed.

April 9, 2014

I am so grateful to have known Sherri. I am thankful for all the birthdays and other occasions she made special for my family and for me. In a lifetime, very rarely do we have the opportunity to meet a truly exceptional person. Sherri was one of those people. Sherrie was simply a marvelous human being. My condolences to Sherri's family. I will always see her at Lido's and at the gym.

Jim Underwood
Fair Oaks, CA

Sandra Lake

April 8, 2014

An absolutely amazing women. Very blessed to have know you and work with you. I too was Sheri dental hygienist at Dr Carson's office never a dull moment ~ surprised we got her teeth cleaned. Always positive and upbeat. Loved you dearly. Rest in peace.

Brek Peterson

April 8, 2014

Of all the people I've know through the years, you were the brightest, sweetest and most caring. Go with God my friend I will miss you so so much.

April 8, 2014

Dear Keil family, You won't know me, but I was Sherrie's hygienist at Dr. Carson's office for 4 years in the early 80's. She and I clicked immediately and it was hard getting any work done as I loved talking to her and her wonderful spirit. First thing I noticed is how wonderful she 'smelled'!! Crazy eh? She brought me a bottle of her Rain musk oil she bought from Pike's market in SEattle and I have been ordering it ever since. It always makes me think of her. We also both had daughter's named Jenna. Although I had lost touch with her after leaving the practice I never forgot her and was so sad to see the news in the paper. She was a wonderful lady and feel so lucky to have had her in my life for the short time I did. My deepest sympathy to the entire family as I can't imagine the void she left behind.
Carol Kinsel

Amy and Doug Rathkamp (Wheat)

April 6, 2014

I can't quite believe that Sherri is gone. I will never forget raising money for Team in Training and running the Midnight Sun marathon in Alaska with her. Sherri was gifted at connecting with people and I couldn't have reached my goal without her. Dick and family we are so saddened by the news and our deepest sympathy accompanies your loss

Margie LaPoint

April 6, 2014

Sherri was a lovely, graceful lady and I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends. Margie LaPoint

Cathy Serrao-Kope

April 5, 2014

Although Sherri and I lost contact with each other a long time ago, I will always remember what a beautiful woman and devoted mother she was. My deepest sympathy to Aaron and the Keil family. May you find comfort and peace in fond memories of Sherri.

Kelly Ortiz

April 5, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Sherri's passing. She brought huge smiles to so many people in Carmichael. I loved chatting with her and laughing with her at the gym on so many occasions. My heart goes out your family during this very difficult time. Kelly Ortiz

Carol Kirby

April 4, 2014

Dear Sherri,In your own words, what an "amazing human" you were. A true gift to all. You welcomed my family to the "hood" with open arms, made buying the Goot house and absolute joy. When my father passed you were there, when my kitty passed you helped me find another and became Harleys God mother. You invited me to join the Divas, helped me when I remodeled your old house, and the list goes on and on. The sparkle in your eyes and the love in your heart was contagious. I am so blessed to have been able to call you my friend. Dick, Arron, Spike, & Jenna, my deepest sympathy for your loss , I loved and admired her dearly.

Gary Delsohn

April 3, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Sherri was a unique and incredibly big-hearted person. We talked everyday at the gym, rarely agreeing on politics but I always marveled at her spirit and kind heart. My deepest condolences to her husband and kids. This is very sad.

Shawna Rivera

April 3, 2014

When you didn't show I knew something was wrong that day I'm in so much shock you are still so alive at lido,s we will all miss you little soul sister now you can pee whenever you want!!!God bless you all Dick and famiy its so hard as I lost by Mom who was my best best friend! I feel so sad, Sherri you treated all people so special your a beautiful angle! love and prayers Shawna and Don Rivera

Tracey List

April 3, 2014

Sherri was an amazing woman with a heart of gold and the patience of Job. I will miss seeing her smiling face at Cal Fit. My deepest condolences go out to the Keil family on her untimely death. She will be greatly missed!

gary ackerman dds

April 3, 2014

Dick and Family, I'm sorry for the loss that your family is going thru. Sherri was such a caring and giving person. Always taking time fotr the other person. We will all miss her but we were all blessed and priviledged to know her and to love the person that she was. We will always remember her gracious spirit.
Always, Gary Ackerman DDS

Liz O'Brien

April 3, 2014

Dear Sherri - Your kindness to ALL of God's creatures was inspiring. Regardless of how tired you were, you never turned away from helping others and always did so with infectious joy. I'm sure you've brought the party in Heaven to a whole new level! Until we meet again my friend, I'll miss you.

Melanie

April 3, 2014

Oh Sherri - Where to begin? So many wonderful times together; long talks, wine, laughing, wine, Silpada, wine, more laughing, wine, crying, loving, kids, life, our knees, your foot, more Silpada jewelry, the dogs, gardening, cooking, eating eating eating, wine, husbands, hanging out, doing nothing, doing everything, dear friends. I cannot fathom the enormity of losing you - for any of us; especially your family... You were larger than life, an indomitable giving spirit and a positive energy that filled us all up to overflowing. You were an angel among us and now you are free - soaring, loving on everyone in heaven. Your girls will miss your amazing bloody Mary's... but most of all you, in our lives, the brightest light any of us knew here on Earth. I love you dear friend. Brave, strong, fierce, determined, gorgeous (inside and out), and the most caring human I've ever known. Now it is your turn to be cared for; I know you are chatting up God right now and He is absolutely delighted!! Oh Sherri - I will miss you terribly - already.

Linda Siders

April 3, 2014

Sherri, you were a total ray of sunshine where ever you were and I know that you will be the same in Heaven. I was honored to have known you. You were always a friend to everyone - never a stranger. I shall miss your smile and your inexhaustible energy. Thanks for being you! My condolences to your family.

Gena and Jordyn

April 3, 2014

You will be missed! And will forever be in our hearts. You touched our lives like no one has ever done. You took such great care of Jordyn as if she were your own granddaughter. Thank you for the laughs, conversations, and life lessons you taught me. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You Sherri, were and will always be an inspiration to us all! God bless you, I will always love you.

April 3, 2014

What a beautiful person inside and out are kids grew up together and the world will miss your smile and love Sherri. Love and prayers to you the family she loved so much. Jill Stevens

Lois and David Drennan

April 3, 2014

In loving memory of a beautiful, sweet, and caring lady. Our hearts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. She was taken from us far too soon, but her sweet spirit will live on in our hearts.

Dave & Gale Schultz

April 3, 2014

Sweet Sherri: We will all miss you so much! Still can't believe that you have left us in the physical world, but we do know you are watching over us from the spiritual world.
You touched so many lives and hearts, which left so much "LOVE" for us to share the tenderness that you gave to so many. We were very blessed to have you in our lives. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless Them & God Bless You!

Vicki & Ray Brown-Miller

April 3, 2014

Dear Dick & Family,
We were very sorry to learn of Sherri's passing. Having met her, we know what a vibrant & bubbly person she was. Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time.

Vicque Kimmel

April 3, 2014

Beautiful Sherri, Your presence will be missed and never forgotten. Blessing and enriching the lives of others was truly your magical gift. May all the wonderful people who have gone before you, Jake, Dottie, Wes, Syd, Everett and countless others, surround you with love and beauty...wonderful food, wine and lots of dancing! You continue to touch our lives, as you taught us to honor others by helping. You are forever in my Heart...I love You, My Dear Sweet Friend....

Jennifer Phillips

April 3, 2014

To the Keil family. I will always remember Sherri as a wonderful giving, caring person. My condolences and deepest respect for your family. What a terrible loss.
Jen Phillips

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