Sherrilyn Gottfried Obituary

SHERRILYN GOTTFRIED

LIMA — Sherrilyn A. "Sherry" Gottfried, 69, passed away July 11, 2014, at 11:02 am at her residence.

Sherrilyn "Sherry" was born June 4, 1945 in Shelby, OH, to Frank and Agnes (Reed) (D) Stephens, Frank survives in Lima. On August 14, 1992 she married Richard L. "Dick" Gottfried who preceded her in death on May 24, 2014.

Sherry enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking and soap-making. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. Sherry will be deeply missed.

Survivors include:Five Sons, Mike (Gloria) Frisby of Montpelier, OH, Jon (Maureen) Frisby of Delphos, OH, Ritchie (Judy) Frisby of West Newton, OH, Jason (Lisa) Frisby of Lima, OH, James (Kelly) Frisby of Spencerville, OH, Daughter, Michelle (John) Magness of Lima, OH, 27 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grandchildren, Two Step Daughters, Christine Pepiton, Sheila Gottfried, Step-son, Keith Gottfried, Five Brothers, Mike (Mary) Stephens, Joe Stephens, Richard Stephens, Thomas Stephens, Tim Stephens, Two Sisters, Brenda Holbrook, Theresa Stephens Ruble.

Preceded in death by: Previous Spouse, Harley M. "Mike" Frisby.

Services will be held Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 11:00 am at Chiles Laman Funeral and Cremation Services Shawnee Chapel. Rev. Jerry Van Tilburg to officiate the service. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery following the service.

Friends may call Monday, July 14, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Chiles Laman Funeral and Cremation Services Shawnee Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation and The American Cancer Society.

Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com.

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Published by The Lima News from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Sherrilyn Gottfried

6 Entries

Hope Lever

July 13, 2014

My heart goes out to the family.

Michelle Magness

July 13, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Deanita Zook

July 12, 2014

My dear sweet cousin. I miss u so much already. May you find peace in the arms of the angels. You truly deserve it.

Jim Frisby

July 12, 2014

I'll never forget how you taught us all to love and care for one another. You meant everything to me... I can't wait to see you again. We'll all miss you so much although I know it's temporary. Mom, I told you a million times and I'll say it again..... I truly love you.

Jason Frisby

July 12, 2014

I lit a candle just for you mom. I hope see it from heaven.

lora burgan-hilvers

July 12, 2014

I feel very blessed to have had sherry in my life .she was a beautiful woman and I will miss her dearly ..

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