Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman

Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman

Stephen R. Sherman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 5, 2005.
Stephen R. Sherman lived for adventure: He scaled the rocks of Arizona, rafted the rivers of Colorado and sky-dived above a glacier in New Zealand. He headed west for college and spent a semester in Australia before moving to the Cayman Islands to manage a rental car agency. "He just liked to go far away," said his father, Richard Sherman. "Oregon wasn't far enough, so he went to Australia." Sherman, 27, of Neptune, N.J., was killed Feb. 3 by a homemade bomb that hit the armored Stryker combat vehicle in which he was riding near Mosul. He was based at Fort Lewis. Sherman graduated from the University of Oregon and joined the Army in 2003 to get job skills and do some good, his father said. He talked of opening a restaurant with his brothers or doing emergency relief work after completing his four-year commitment to the military. In his calls home, Sherman told his parents not to read the news or worry about him. "If he could talk to us now, he would likely say: 'Don't make such a fuss over me. I had my time, and it was good,'" Richard Sherman said. "That was his way."

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September 6, 2022

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Charlie Gili

September 6, 2022

Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let you and your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the St. Baldrick´s Foundation in the name of Stephen R. Sherman US Army Sergeant.

We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals across the American youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

October 7, 2013

In memory & honor of Stephen Sherman who has not been forgotten. We will always remain grateful to him.

Peggy Childers

February 7, 2013

To the family and friends of Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman:
Always remembering Stephen. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

February 5, 2012

February 3, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman:
Please accept my remembrance of Stephen on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

February 3, 2011

To the family and friends of Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman:
Remembering Stephen on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Elizabeth Raab

May 6, 2010

To the Sherman Family.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. Heroes are few and far between. Know in your heart and mind that your son is standing proudly watching over you from heaven. May God Bless you and Keep you during this time of sorrow. I will forever keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.

Anonymous Anonymous

May 3, 2010

Hey bro, i'm just letting you know...You are not forgotten! I still remember the last time we saw each other in Lewis! You we're buying your pillows at the PX because you just got to your unit! And a month after, i deployed! Wish we had more memories to share more than our basic and ait days!! Miss yah bro!

Kenna Larra

July 15, 2009

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Peggy Childers

February 3, 2009

To the family of Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman:
Stephen gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

April 27, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Sherman!

Paul Sniffen

February 4, 2008

Anyone interested in a monument for Alan and Stephen and other NJ Vets?

Debbie , Kenny Coffey

February 3, 2008

Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the SHERMAN family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation..THANK..YOU..HO..YAAH..B.V.C.

August 17, 2007

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Cherylann Lane

July 16, 2007

With deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. Everyone at Operation Jersey Cares feels your pain. We love and support our troops. Stephen may be gone but not forgotten!

July 15, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Sherman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Grace Z

May 28, 2007

Tell them of us and say,
For their tomorrows,
We gave our today.
-- The Kohima Epitaph


We will never forget,
NJ Marine Moms

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

February 5, 2007

To the Sherman family; I previously signed Stephen's guest book. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit there often. Each time I am at ANC I visit/honor Stephen. Stephen it has been two years since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.

Garnet Jenkins

February 3, 2007

I was so sorry to learn of the loss of Sgt. Stephen R. Sherman and it is an honor to pay tribute to this fine young Soldier, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

Rest Safely Stephen, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Sherman family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~

I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

ROBYN GARSIDE

August 21, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.



A PROUD MARINE MOM

Thomas & JoAnn Meehan

August 17, 2006

Our heartfelt sympathy to the Sherman Family, my wife and I did not know Stephen. As parents who lost a daughter, Colleen, Age 26 on September 11, 2001 at the WTC, we share and understand the immense loss and sorrow of losing a child.

Please know that his sacrifice will not be forgotten, and he will remain in our prayers forever, a hero whom we will never forget.

Our prayer is that God’s tender mercy will dry your tears, and that He will comfort you in all the days ahead.

May the Peace of the Lord Be With You, Upon You, and Remain With You Always,

With Love & Respect,

Tom & JoAnn Meehan

Paul Sniffen

July 5, 2006

Stephen and all the American heroes will be remembered for what they have done for the world.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

February 22, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the Sherman family in the loss of Stephen. I did not know, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Sherman it has been a year since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford

February 6, 2006

Psalm 23



1

The LORD is my shephard, I shall not be in want.

2

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

3

He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

6

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.



This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!



My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!



If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!



Wife & Daughter of the Late

Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford

KIA May 23, 2005

Susan Ripley

October 5, 2005

As Steve's buddies returned from Iraq, I found myself thinking about him a lot. I pray for the loved ones he left behind. I have spent time talking to Steve's army firends about him. I wish that I had met him; he sounds like a wonderful person. May he live forever in our hearts.

jeremy kennedy

July 5, 2005

Thanks for your service and keeping my little girls safe. Rest In Peace

Jim Danker

May 17, 2005

I wasn't very close to steve when he was home but we share the same blood so that makes us close enough. I am so thankful that i was able to know and be related to this hero. Thank you so much for you sacrifice steve. You will always be my hero.

Susan Johnson

April 30, 2005

Thank you brave soldier for your selfless sacrifice to secure the freedom of others. I am deeply grateful and profoundly humbled by your dedicated service to our great country. May God bless your family and bring them peace and comfort.

Alex Tucker

February 12, 2005

I felt close to Steve and related to him as a brother. I'll always remember his integrity, sincereness, sense of humor, warmth and quiet

strength. He was an admirable and noble spirit who will live

on in deeply treasured memories canoeing, camping, hiking,

talking, drinking, laughing and listening to music together.



I love and miss him and can't believe he's gone forever.

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