Sheryn Milton

Sheryn F. Milton VIRGINIA BEACH - Sheryn Elizabeth Davis Faucette Milton, 62, went to be with the Lord Nov. 29, 2009, and is now celebrating eternal life after living victoriously for a decade with advanced cancer. Born in Charlotte, N.C., July 4, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Jean Davis of Charlotte. She attended East Mecklenburg High School, graduated from James Madison University, and received her master's from Old Dominion University. She retired as director of Disability Services at ODU where she used her unique gifts to counsel and support hundreds of students to realize their academic and personal potential. She was an active and longtime member of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church, serving in numerous leadership roles and becoming an integral part of the fabric and spirit of the church - her spiritual home. Sheryn will be remembered for her servant heart, love of life, unmatched hospitality, nurturing spirit, grace, wisdom, laughter, resilience, expert desserts, and most of all, deep, unwavering faith. She was a committed servant of Christ who considered every interaction and decision as part of her life's mission to draw others closer to God. She was a devoted and adored mother and grandmother while extending her love beyond her family to her students, colleagues, neighbors and friends. As she often reminded her children, it's all about love. Celebrating her memory include her son, Christopher Faucette of Lansing, Mich.; daughters, Allison Dunn (Mark) of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Sarah Wildey (Mike) of Wyoming, Mich. Grandchildren Joshua Dunn and Katherine Wildey will forever delight in the memory and legacy of their Lulu. She is also remembered by her brother, Buck Davis (Linda) and sister, Jennifer McKellop (Mike) of Charlotte; former husbands Sidney Faucette of Rockford, Mich., and George Milton of Virginia Beach; many beloved aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Sheryn's life song remains for all who knew her: Rejoice Always! A celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m. today, Dec. 1, at Virginia Beach United Methodist Church with a viewing a half hour prior to the service. A reception will be held in the church immediately following the service. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 2, in Forest Lawn West Cemetery in Charlotte. A reception will be held immediately following at Forest Lawn West Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to VBUMC. Rosewood- Kellum Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. To celebrate the life of Sheryn, please visit her Everlasting Memorial at www.mem.com.