Richard Lloyd Sherman

1957 - 2009

BORN

1957

DIED

2009

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University of California San Diego

Richard Sherman Obituary

On June 17, 2009, Rick passed away suddenly in San Diego. Rick was born on October 3, 1957, in Astoria, New York, and graduated from La Jolla High in 1976. He was a longtime resident of San Diego.
Rick was looking forward to coaching his soon-to-be grandson in Little League. He was a loving father, husband and son. Rick worked at UCSD for 25 years as a Senior Computer Operator. He was an avid sports nut (if it was on TV, he watched it), chef (so he would not have to do the dishes) and he enjoyed golf and gambling. Rick had the unique honor to have many lifelong friends from high school and life.
Rick is survived by his wife, Kathy; daughter, Natalie; son, Martyn; and mother, Rosalba Sherman.
Services will be held on Saturday, June 20, at 8PM at Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 7669 Girard Ave., La Jolla, CA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Heart Association.

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Published by La Jolla Light (Online) from Jun. 19 to Jul. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Sherman

7 Entries

COL. Paul Voelker

June 13, 2022

While Rick ANF I were not the best of friends at LJHS, it is always sad to hear of the passing of a fellow Viking, especially when they leave us too soon. On behalf of my wife, Pam, and I please accept our heart felt sympathy at this time.

Col Paul Voelker ret.
Shelley, ID

Jerine IBM San Diego

June 24, 2009

Such sad news. I worked with Rick for many years at ACT. Rick is in our thoughts and prayers.

Paul Voelker

June 22, 2009

Like Lynn and Hank, I too was shocked to learn of Ricks passing, and my wife (Pam) and I would like to extend our heart felt sympathies to his wife and children.

Rick and I were not good friends at La Jolla high, but in retrospect I can think of nothing in my mind that recalls any interaction with Rick that was anything but positive.

If nothing else, Ricks passing should serve as a reminder to all LJHS grads of 1976 that the time we have left is dwindling and we should make more and better efforts to remember the good times that were, and reforge the friendships we made, or should have made, way back when.

My wife and I were actually in La Jolla last weekend, and had we known of the service, we would have attended. Again, our heartfelt condolences and best wishes to all of Ricks family.

Lynne Simon

June 21, 2009

I'm shocked to hear this news. Rick was my first sweetheart - we were in school together from 3rd grade on and learned to body surf at WindanSea and spent years together. I've been in loose touch with Rick always since - and know that he had a scare a couple of years ago, but when my sister told me today that she saw the obituary, I was just shocked. I'm thinking of sweet Mrs. Sherman and how she took wonderful care of Rick and all his friends. I know Rick was a devoted and proud father and loving husband to Kathy. I wish for peace and comfort to Rick's family and friends.

Howard Bussell

June 20, 2009

I, am at a loss for words, really, Though rick and I had lost contact with each other over the years, over, some foolish things, I thought of him often, and the fun he and kathy and I had together! the parties, BBQ'S, the Excitment over the birth of their children, play Ping Pong in the Garage, the spagetti factory, Las Vegas!!! Fishing with Gary, working at C.O.P.S. together, the list just goes on! he had a smile, and a way of talking to you, that could build you up, when you felt like the weight of the world was on your shoulders. and that Laugh! the Padre games, any sport for that matter! I always thought there might be some Irish in Him, since he would place a bet on just about anything! like a fly crawling up a wall! he really had a lust for life! and a Mean Rescipe for Prime Rib! I will miss him, Kathy, My Heart and Prayers are with you, and all of the family. I know Rick is Up there, waiting For Charger Season! God Be With You all!
Love,
Howard

Hank Watkins

June 20, 2009

Whether we were sharing a desk in high school Biology class or emailing each other across the country 34 years later, the passing of time and different life paths changed nothing about our friendship. It was enduring, as are the memories of time spent with Rick when we had more of it than we knew what to do with.

Rick loved his family and his friends, and they loved him back. I'll miss his infectious laugh, his teasing and the commitment to friendship that Rick demonstrated throughout his life.

Our prayers are with Kathy, Natalie, Martyn, Mrs. Sherman and the rest of his family. May you find comfort in knowing how much Rick was loved, and that he'll be remembered for making everyone he touched a better person.

Howard Bussell

June 20, 2009

Kathy, I am So sorry to Hear of Ricks demise! Though we had fallen apart, as friends over foolish things, I often thought of the MANY good times we all shared together! the BBQ's, and Parties, His Infectious Laugh! Fishing with Gary, the excitment over Your children being Born! I'm at A loss for what really to say, except, that my Heart is with you, and your family, God bless you, and Keep you, may he make his face to shine upon you, and may he grant you peace. He Was a Good friend, and I will miss him.
All my love to you, and your family,
Howard

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