George J. Sherman

1928 - 2018

BORN

1928

DIED

2018

George Sherman Obituary

Name: Visitation for George J. Sherman
Start: 2018-05-11T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-05-12T00:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Paul's Catholic Church

George J. Sherman

Plainfield - George J. Sherman, age 90, of Plainfield, passed away Saturday evening May 5, 2018, at Portage County Health Care Center in Stevens Point.

George was born April 20, 1928, in Allenton, Wisconsin, the son of John A. and Cordelia (Schliesman) Sherman. He married Radine J. McIntee on December 27, 1955, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Plainfield.

George served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict 1951-53. After serving his country, George moved back to Plainfield and helped his father in the family feed mill business. George took over the business after his father's death and operated Sherman Feed and Supply for 38 years until his retirement in 1992. George was also active in his community. He was a charter member of St. Paul's Knights of Columbus and its first Grand Knight, along with being the Navigator of the Fourth Degree Chain of Lakes Assembly. He was also a volunteer for the Plainfield Fire Dept., a member of the American Legion and Plainfield Chamber of Commerce, was a founding committee member of Tri-County Ducks Unlimited, and served the Plainfield Township for over 31 years. George also drove school bus around the Plainfield area for over 42 years. He loved the kids and enjoyed driving various teams to events and watching them perform. George loved all sports, deer and turkey hunting, and Canada fishing trips with family and friends. He also enjoyed watching his grandchildren in various activities and spending time and having a drink with family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of over 62 years, Radine J. Sherman, Plainfield; his children, Dr. Paula Crum, Green Bay; John (Lisa Junion) Sherman, Hancock; Karla Sherman, Plainfield; and Dr. Marne (Dr. David Barnum) Sherman, Kansas City; his grandchildren, Dr. Phillip Crum; Olivia Crum; Madelyn Junion-Sherman; and Sherman Barnum; and a sister, Eunice Klein, West Bend. George is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and special friends.

George was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Geraldine Karnitz, Louise Precourt, Leon H. Sherman, and Margaret Kietzer.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 11:00 AM at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Plainfield with the Rev. Andrew Kurz officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM Friday at the church and from 9:00 AM Saturday until the time of services at the church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in George's name. To share a memory or a story with George's family, please visit www.stahlfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Stevens Point Journal on May 9, 2018.

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Dan Precourt

May 9, 2018

I have the fondest memories of one of my "favorite" Uncles. Uncle George was a kind and peaceful soul, with a great sense of humor and kindness that were memorable traits. I can still hear his voice and his laughter. It was easy to be around George, and I could not imagine anyone that knew him not being sad and happy with his passing. Sad to lose such an incredible person in a weary world. Happy that he is no longer bound to the toils of this world, no more suffering, and I know he has found peace now for eternity. Say hi to my Mom, my Dad, my Sister, Grandma and Grandpa Sherman, and all the love ones you now join in Heaven. I ask the Lord for special blessings to my Aunt Radine, and my Cousins Paula, John, Karla, and Marnie. George, JOB WELL DONE!!!

Dave Precourt

May 9, 2018

I have so many fond memories of my dear uncle but here are a few.

Uncle George was very loving to everyone and outwardly showed this to me many times over the years. As a child I remember visiting Plainfield and the first place we would go (after settling in at Gramma's) was the mill. He would light up like a Christmas tree and let us look down into the grinder. Also I remember on Saturday mornings at Gramma's being awake and hearing him come in and stomp the snow of his boots. Again he would light up to see me (and all of us.)

After we moved away when I was a teenager, I only got to see him and Aunt Radine every so often, sometimes 5 or 10 years in between. Still he showed true love and fondness and in no time it was like you saw him yesterday.

Another thing that always struck me was how much he and my Mom loved each other. Mom was always excited when he and Aunt Radine were going to visit. Those two picked up right where they left off.

Uncle George was a role model for me because he showed me someone (other than my own father) who was a true patriarch for his family and lived his faith and participated in his community.

He was one of the funniest men I ever met and I remember sitting rapt as he and dad swapped stories. When he heard something funny his eyes would well up and that wonderful smile shined before he actually laughed.

I love you Aunt Radine he was a truly blessed man to have such a wonderful and loving wife.

Paula, John, Karla and Marne... all of your love and prayers and support helped him in his last years more than you'll ever know.

I love you all dearly and wish you the very best.

- Dave Precourt

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