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Shirley Sherretts Obituary
She was born June 6, 1950, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Louis and Delene (Redenbaugh) Sherretts. She graduated from Meriden High School in 1968.
Shirley was a help desk technician with State of Kansas for over 40 years.
She was a member of Meriden Community Church, KAW Valley Woodcarvers Association and a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts.
Survivors include her father; sister, Kim Sherretts, Topeka; brother, Rick (Debbie) Sherretts, Leavenworth; nephew, Marcus Sherretts; niece, Amanda Sherretts and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Shirley enjoyed traveling, crafts and her dogs, Cassie and Chloe.
Shirley will lie in state after 12 noon Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel and the family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 12, 2018 at Mount Hope Cemetery & Funeral Chapel, 4700 SW 17th St., Topeka. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66604. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Sherretts
Belinda York
March 6, 2018
my heart gos out to your while family. my heart dropped when i heard the news of Shirleys passing. i will always remember her smile and kindness she gave to every one. from day one at camp check in she was always welcoming and always asked how i was then after i had my son bronx she asked how he was doing also. she will forever be in my heart and memories. love to you all
Brenda Jones
February 14, 2018
Kim Terry and I are so sorry. We just heard. Prayers to you and your family. Shirley was a special person.
Michele Dempewolf
February 13, 2018
Kim Sorry for your loss.
February 12, 2018
Kim I'm sorry for your loss. I have very fond memeries of you and Shirley at Girl Scout events. You both trained me in many of the training I had as a GS leader. I know that there is a special plase in Haven for Shirley. You both touch so many lives.
God Bless
Brenda Strobel
Lisa Deghand
February 12, 2018
Kim,
I'm so sorry for your heartbreak. Shirley was so helpful to all of us Girl Scout Leaders & our Scouts. She will always be remembered for her kindness and cheerfulness. May God Bless Shirley and your family.
I'm happy I saw you both at the airport cafe a short time ago; maybe I'll catch you there again. Take care.
Jody Johnson (Smith)
February 12, 2018
Kim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. My heart and prayers go out you and your family. Girl Scouts will never be the same.
Roberta Bradbury
February 12, 2018
Louie, Kim, and Rick, my heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Shirley was the sweetest person. Always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed by all the knew and loved her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Brace
February 10, 2018
This makes me so sad. I first met Shirley when I was a new Girl Scout Leader and did my outdoor training with her at Camp Daisy back in the late 90's. Over the course of the next 12 years she taught me so much and always had that welcoming smile and enthusiasm at all the Girl Scout events such as our SU meetings, cookie training and pick up sites, awards banquets, and the list goes on and on. Just remembering all those times brings a smile to my face. Prayers and hugs to you, Kim, and all of your family.
Barbara Casto
February 10, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this loss of family. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand.
Terri Benson
February 10, 2018
Shirley will always be remembered for her passion for Girl Scouts. You were an incredible volunteer and will be missed by many. My prayers and love go out to you Kim and your family. Know that your Girl Scout family is here for whatever we can do.
Ann McKinnon
February 10, 2018
In addition to being a friend to all and a sister to every Girl Scout Shirley represented the heart and hands of Kaw Valley Council. Always caring and compassionate, she was ready and willing to pitch in when there was a job to do. Her knowledge of techniques and stockpile of equipment paved the trail to a successful camp out. My deepest condolences to Kim and the family.
Diana Busey
February 9, 2018
I wouldn't have been a girl scout leader for 30 yrs if not for all of the mentoring Shirely gave me in the beginning. She was a true sister to every scout.
Cathy Atchison
February 9, 2018
Shirley you will be missed greatly missed. Many of my best Girl Scout memories have you in it. You were always willing to help in any way you could. Your woodworking was awesome. Kim please know that your Girl Scout family is here whenever you need us. Just let us know how we can help.
Lori Y
February 9, 2018
Shirley was a true sister girl scout. She always found a way to help. The bus stop for day camp will not be the same without her smiling face. You will be missed Shirley!
evelyn sturgis
February 9, 2018
Shirley was the nicest, most fair person I ever met The world lost a person of great value to her family I send my love and prayers Kim you are in my thoughts
February 9, 2018
Rick, sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you and your family. Dennis Wallen
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