Donald Lee Sherry M.D.
Donald Lee Sherry M.D.
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Donald Lee Sherry, M.D., 61, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, September 9, 2014.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at Christ The King Anglican Church, 3801 N. US Highway 441, Ocala, FL, with The Rev. Donald J. Curran, Jr., officiating. In honor of Don and his love of the Hawaiian Islands, attendees are requested to wear shorts, their Aloha shirts and flip-flops.
The immediate family will be scattering his ashes at later date.
Don was born in Washington, D.C. on March 18, 1953. He graduated from Bladensburg High School and continued on to receive his medical degree from the University of Maryland.
Don practiced psychiatry in Ocala for 30 years. He was a skilled musician; he enjoyed playing guitar, reading, race car driving, scuba diving and traveling.
Don is survived by his lovely bride, Mary L. (Auvil) Sherry; two children, his daughter Kelli Jo Armstrong, and his son Josh Armstrong and his wife, Bobbie; his grandson, Nathaniel; his parents Dee and Ancel Dolinger; his beloved Afghan Hounds, Adam and Gable, and the rest of his family and friends.
Don is preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Sherry.
In memory of Don, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Central and North Florida, 378 Center Pointe Circle, Suite 1280, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 E. Silver Spring Blvd., Ocala.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Mary L Sherry
September 10, 2024
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Maggie Craig
September 8, 2023
Can you ad pictures of Don beyond college? Wedding picture etc. I would love to see his face again. Thank you.
Maggie Craig
September 8, 2023
I miss Don and I wish I kept up our friendship beyond college. Six months ago my youngest son died, and recently I scanned through my friends because I am ready for laughter and realized I have no funny friends and missed Don all the more. He could always make me laugh. Don, I hope you run into my son up there in the happiest place of all.
Judith Fine
August 9, 2022
I remember my first time seeing him as a patient. He came out to the waiting room to get me and my jaw dropped. Here is this guy bleached blonde flat top hair with a ponytail, aloha shirt and sandals.
All I could stammer was "are you my doctor?".
He laughed and over several years changed my life for the better. Much better.
This guy with his little red sports car and wild shirts was the best doctor I had ever seen.
I literally had a dream about him last night and decided to look him up. I couldn't believe what I was reading.
Aloha Dr. Don. You changed so many lives and you were loved.
Nadia Blake
July 27, 2020
I was thinking of Dr. Don tonight and thought I’d look him up. I’m sad to see he’s passed away at such a young age. I met Dr. Don as a lunch patron while working at a local Ale House in Ocala. His pep for life and ease at spreading happiness was infectious. Strolling in with his tropical shirt and smiling ear to ear. He was always genuine in conversation. In my short time knowing him I lost a brother tragically. Dr. Don offered to see me as a patient for free because he knew of the pain I was going through and wanted to help. Even after I left Florida to travel back to Maine he’d still take my call for a chat and give me the guidance I needed at that time. I will be forever grateful to have met him. Fly high Dr. Don. Until we meet again my friend.
Maggie Craig
September 8, 2019
When we were in undergraduate chemistry majors, Don had his own laboratory making hash. We all sampled it and got so silly. He live near downtown DC we took a walk and got so silly playing in a water fountain. Glad we weren't arrested. I was so straight laced he always made it his job to loosen my laces. Thank you Don
Lois
September 8, 2019
It is hard for me to write about Dr Don in the past. His email, address and phone number are still in my contacts. When I see his name it makes me smile the same as he did so many times. Can't believe he is gone for real and not joking. I miss him and thank him for those smiles then and now. Aloha my friend.
Maggie and James Craig
June 1, 2019
My husband and I were just discussing Don and wondering what he was up to only to find out about his passing I knew him in undergraduate school, hung out a bit when he was in med school. Went to his first wedding. He was an outrageously funny guy. Psychiatry is perfect. Sorry to hear he is gone
Kelly Klein
December 3, 2018
I noticed recently that your office was empty, I thought perhaps you retired. I hadn't seen you in a while and I had no idea until now what happened. Very sad news indeed. Loved your colorful shirts and your jokes and your bright office. If possible I wish someone would let me know what happened. RIP Don.
Sandi Webster
January 29, 2017
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Sherry's passing. I worked with him at Lake Sumter Mental Health in the early 90's-the patients loved him! His guitar playing bed-side-manner was infectious-and he was a brilliant Psychiatrist. I was just wanting to see if he was taking referrals, when I read the sad news. I pray he is resting in peace, and peace for his family.
Jodi Schmidt
March 14, 2016
Working with you in the 90's was one of my best working experiences. You are one in a million stars for sure and was always the brightest star coming thru those doors. You are thought of often Dr VooDoo...
Bohdanmon
September 22, 2015
Time to sleep now Don perchance to dream
Diane Auger
September 21, 2015
Dr. Sherry was a Big help to me and my husband . We were shocked when we were informed of his death. You Never knew what to expect when you went to see him. His Blonde hair , Hawaian Shirts and sandles . Loved to tell us jokes and share his great stories of scuba diving trips. He was Loved and will be missed. Our Prayers to the Family and Beautiful Wife . I still remember when he told us about the New Lady in his life , Smiling from ear to ear. God Bless . Edgar and Diane Auger
Lois Eatz
October 3, 2014
Dearest Dr. Don, l am devestated by your passing. Your were a dear friend and helped so many people by your honest and unassuming manner. I will miss laughing with you and the genuine friendship you gave to those lucky enough to have known you.
sally calvin
September 25, 2014
you were a great help to me when working with dementia clients. You were sunshine to all of us.
Jan Lindsey-Marino
September 20, 2014
I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Dr. Sherry's death. He was a barrel of fun and color always.
Patty Hughes
September 17, 2014
Just today I realized that with his boundless energy and outlandish sense of humor, Dr. Sherry reminded me of Robin Williams. Yes, I would say the afterlife just got more interesting!He will be missed and remembered.
Lynn Fowler, LMHC, RN
September 17, 2014
You made such a difference to so many lives. Aloha my friend, Mahalo and aloha 'oe, A hui hou kakou (Thank you, and God bless, till we meet again)
Kathie Webber/ Youngerman
September 17, 2014
Doc Don: We clicked the minute we met so many years ago. You were and are the best Doc I have ever known. No one can ever replace those sneakers you wore. The colorful pants and shirts to make us laugh.... I know Heaven is a much better place now but I will miss you always. Please give our Chuck a big Hug for me as you two were such good friends.No Dr ever understood my allergies like you did.. Mary, you were blessed to have him. He adored you and loved you and those beautiful pups so much. He told me sweet stories about you all so many times. ALOHA: Kathie
Iris Lopez
September 16, 2014
Dr.Sherry, May you rest in peace. We will miss you very much...your happy spirit will for ever live in our hearts !
Love
Amy Chapman
September 16, 2014
Aloha Dr. Sherry...AKA voo doo doc. It has been a joy working with you these last 7 years here at CPEC though you have been part of this family much longer. I will miss those bright colors and that smile. Oh and of course the jokes.. You taught us a lot here and will always be grateful for all you did and just having known you. Rest in peace and Aloha.
ERNIE WHITFIELD
September 15, 2014
REST IN PEACE.
September 15, 2014
Dr. Sherry was a good man, a great friend and a unique individual with a heart of gold. I will never forget him and his wonderful sense of humor. May he rest in peace. Glenn Camp
Cathy Kemp
September 15, 2014
Don, thank you for taking care of my daughter and me for the last 26 years. You are irreplaceable. We will think about you for the rest of our lives. We are so sad and miss you so much, You are the best.
Tea Campbell
September 15, 2014
Rest in Peace
Tea Campbell
September 15, 2014
I will forever remember your smile and sense of humor. May you rest in peace.
With deepest sympathy.
Pat Brown
September 14, 2014
Dr. Sherry I will miss you so much 20 years is a long time as my favorite Dr. and friend I just saw you and you said çome on Pàt I'll walk you out see you next time and take it easy I will never forget those words.or you for taking such good care of me I pray Jesus sends me another Angel like you.That can't happen you àre one of a kind . love your friend Pàt
Elaine Clark
September 14, 2014
May peace be with you at this sad time..
You will never know the help he has brought to so many.
Will miss our time we shared .Thank you .
May you be with the our lord ,heaven has a new angel!
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