Sherri-Ontjes-Obituary

Sherri Rho Ontjes

Carrboro, North Carolina

1938 - 2026

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Sherri Rho Ontjes, 87, longtime Carrboro resident, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. A grand lady of many accomplishments, Sherri displayed an unwavering commitment, over many decades, to the betterment of the Carrboro community. Her advocacy of local arts and crafts, her bountiful (and...

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Deepest sympathies to the family. Sherri was a dedicated volunteer and board member during my years of management of the PTA Thrift Shop on West Franklin Street (1971-76). The N.C. Crafts Gallery was such a beneficial enterprise as well. In more recent years it was enjoyable chatting with her at The Breakaway in Carrboro. Rest in peace, Sherri.

deep sympathy to you, sarah, and your family. you may not remember me - we were friends in first grade (mrs mcneill´s class) and we played at each other´s house. my parents (ned and judy smith) and i remember what a great lady your mother was. she encouraged my father to make art, and he is grateful for that! i think i remember this correctly that ethan and jason wanted to do something nice for your mom on mother´s day when they were young so they decided to wash their sheets - in the...

Our condolences to the family. You will always have a place in my heart. I was the host at Elmo's an I always made sure you had your favorite booth for your friend's an family. I will miss you dearly. Love you sweetheart.

Our condolences to your family. I will miss you like crazy . As being the host at Elmo's I always made sure you had you booth for you an your family an friends. You always checked on me an I always checked on you. You will be missed but your smile, your love an your spirit will all ways be with me. Love You.

Our condolences to all of Sherri´s family. She was a creative and generous person.

Sherri Ontjes was the "Queen" of Carrboro. One of the most generous person I´ve ever known. She will be greatly missed!

Sherri Ontjes was the "Queen" of Carrboro. One of the most generous person I´ve ever known. She will be greatly missed?