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1940
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2020
Charlotte Sherman Obituary
Charlotte Ann Sherman passed away on April 22, 2020 due to complications from a recent stroke. She was born on May 9, 1940 to Lachlan and Margaret Currie in Marshall, Michigan graduating from high school in 1958 and then from Western Michigan University in 1962 with a degree in English. The year 1962 was a big year for Char as she was also married to the true love of her life and partner for the last 57 years, George. Together, Char and George moved to Lansing, where Char taught high school English at Everett High School from 1962 through 1964.
From 1964 through 1970, Char entered her maternity years and brought three sons (Tom, Andy and Bert) into this world; she regularly said that raising these three individuals was her greatest accomplishment. In 1974, Char discovered her home away from home in Dubois, Wyoming. The year that she and her young family spent in Dubois made such an impact, that the Sherman family purchased some property and built a family cabin that has been the center of countless "best days" for all of her brood. Although considered a "stay at home mom," Char found ways to make an impact outside the home by playing the cello in various orchestras (including 48 years in the Lansing Symphony Orchestra), serving as a co-owner and cook for a boys camp in Wisconsin, serving on the Delhi Township Planning Commission for 19 years, being a cub scout troop leader, writing and selling articles to various magazines, and serving as a Deacon in the Holt Presbyterian Church. In her later years, Char taught cello lessons to dozens of students and truly had a music teacher's gift, balancing light-hearted fun with the seriousness it takes to progress in music.
Mom will be dearly missed. The number of people she could call "friends" is staggering, and the love and support shown by these friends during her last week in the physical world has been truly awe-inspiring. Char is survived by her husband, George, her three sons and their wives, Tom (Leah), Andy (Gina) and Bert (Theresa) along with 7 grandchildren: Mae, Molly, Kate, Drew, Clare, Blake and Cole. In addition, Char leaves behind four siblings (Mary, John, Margie and Bob), her wonderful Canadian cousins, and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will occur at a future date, when such gatherings are again allowed. Donations may be made in Char's honor to the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, The St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Dubois, Wyoming, or the Salvation Army.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charlotte Sherman
Rainy Kirchhoff
December 12, 2020
Reading all the loving comments about Char, it brought back my memories of her when we were freshman, living together in Siedsclhlog Hall at WMU in 1962. She was a delightful person, with a very warm and endearing personality.. so kind to everyone! I never forgot her and was saddened to read of her passing in the WMU Magazine. My sympathy to her family. Rainy Richards Kirchhoff
John Meek
July 6, 2020
A lovely person, though I did not know her well. She will be missed.
Mr. Automotive
May 20, 2020
We will miss her along with many others.
Elizabeth Romah
May 5, 2020
I heard that she was apart the Lansing Symphony orchestra.
Susanne Garber
May 5, 2020
I will miss her smile during the symphony rehearsals. What a wonderful person and musician.
Jackie Frederick
May 4, 2020
I have so many wonderful memories of Char. I remember countless hours playing Bach suites together. I looked forward to meeting up every week to practice at her home, and more than anything just talking to her as a mentor and friend. She is greatly missed and greatly loved.♥
Pat Spreng
May 4, 2020
My friend and neighbor for 18 years. Always encouraging and supportive to me as a young Mom, always sharing a knowing laugh and a funny story when it came to parenting. Char got me (forced me) to audition for Sing Lansing. She wouldnt take no for an answer. Determined, fiercely energetic and fun. No matter how often I tried to take care of her, I always ended up being the one taken care of by her sweet treats in my mailbox or her annual May Day basket on my porch. Char was a true gem and I will miss her dearly.
Shannon Fineout
May 3, 2020
Char was my daughter Kassy's cello teacher from 4th-12th grade. She was always encouraging, patient, and conducted her lessons with good humor. My daughter, and I, held her in great esteem. She will be missed.
Greta deWolf
May 3, 2020
I knew Char from the Okemos String program. She was a real friend and mentor even if the student was not talented. I send my sympathies to the family and members of the music community.
Karen Viele
May 3, 2020
To all the family we send our sincere sympathy as we loved her too. Char was a ray of sunshine and creativity, a devoted mom and friend. I have happy memories of working with her musically and teaching Bible School together. Our children watched Sesame Street while we practiced cello and violin duets. Chars son, Andy, was my sons math and cello tutor. I am sending love to the family and prayers of thanks for her vivacious and precious life.
Jeff Padden
May 3, 2020
Char taught cello to my son, Scott, and many of his friends. She was a remarkably effective teacher. I remember vividly watching Char work with Scott and his friend, David, just before a solo and ensemble performance. She got them to focus with a positive attitude on exactly the right things, and they went on to receive top marks for their duet. It was like seeing a great coach on the sidelines with her team. She guided and inspired her students. Even though I did not know her well, she always treated me as though we were best friends.
Lauren Peck
May 2, 2020
Char was my cello teacher for several years. Despite my overflowing energy and lack of focus, she was never anything but patient and encouraging. As I went through my old music the other day I saw pages and pages of sheet music with her writing all over it. She always went above & beyond for her students. One of the kindest and warmest souls Ive ever known. She will be missed by many❤
Willa _Walters.
May 2, 2020
She was always smiling and friendly girl. So sorry about your loss.. God Bless....
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