Louis William "Bill" SHERER

I met Bill late in '76 in Salsbury, IL soon after he took the LNS site. We immediately became friends with him introducing me to the world of living history including Ste Anne's Militia. From a party, an impromtu shoot, a road trip to who knows where, to for years squaring up his christmas tree (the guy couldn't get a handle on the counterintuitive adjustment of screws in a tree stand to hide the curve that was always in the tree he'd brought home we had FUN. We held each others hands...

Bill was an inspiration to re-enactors. He was a man who truly loved the past and gave credibility to living history portrayals. My prayers go out to his family. Words cannot express what our memories will cherish. God bless.

I always ran into Bill on the street or at breakfast. He was always a smiling face, and I loved talking to him whether it was about history, greyhounds, or motorcycles. I will definitely miss you and look forward to seeing you again sometime when I turn the corner. Much love and condolences to his family.

Bill helped me learn the profession of historic site interpretation at the Lincoln-Herndon Law Office State Historic Site. That carried over to the Old State Capitol. Although we didn't know each other a long time, (only 13 years) I came to know how much he loved his family and how proud of them he was. He was truly "one of a kind".
May God bless him and his family.

I knew Bill from many years ago at the Central Illinois Blues Club. He was always happy to be alive and never said no to a dance. He spoke with pride about his kids and certainly full of love for the companionship of his dogs. Condolences to his family. RIP Bill.

Sharon Whalen, Sarasota FL

I've known Bill, and have spent time with him at a number of events over the last 20+ years. I will miss his knowledge, enthusiasm and sense of humor. Ft. Des Chartes will not be the same without Bill.....

Bill was a classic and classy guy who took pride in his historical work. It was a privilege to be associated with him professionally. He had a spirit of academic excellence which should be the envy of everyone. May he rest in peace

Bill always made me smile. He had a marvelous sense of humor and I will miss sharing nachos (and crackers) with him at Robbie's on Friday nights.