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Sharyl Lynn "Sherry" Ford

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Sharyl Ford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 2, 2024.

Sharyl Lynn Ford, known affectionately as Sherry, passed away on August 29, 2024, at the age of 74 in Peoria, Illinois. Born on August 25, 1950, surviving is her daughter Kelly Jo Meixsell, and two granddaughters, Brooke Hollingsworth and Riley Robinson. Also surviving is her mother, Jean Goff, and three sisters, Dina Cline, Lu Carrigan, Pam (Dave) Briggs, and several nieces and nephews, and one sister preceded her in death, Chrissy Greene.

Sherry dedicated much of her professional life to serving as a nursing home administrator, where she worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the elderly and infirm. Her compassionate nature and unwavering commitment to her role left a lasting impact on the community and all who knew her.

Sherry will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all the lives she touched through her career and kind-hearted deeds.

The family will have a private celebration of life.

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February 14, 2025

Bobby L Ford posted to the memorial.

September 16, 2024

Marian Simon posted to the memorial.

September 12, 2024

Jim White posted to the memorial.

18 Entries

Bobby L Ford

February 14, 2025

My forever Boss, Business Partner, Admiral of the SHC ship (BF rear Admiral), Confidant, Friend and forever my Angel...LOVE!

Marian Simon

September 16, 2024

Sherry's effervescent smile, wonderful sense of humor, warm heart, and loving spirit will always be remembered. May her memory be a blessing now and always.

Jim White

September 12, 2024

My first impression was when she interviewed me for the DON position. It was apparent she was one smart cookie and loved her residents. She was hands down the best Administrator I ever worked with. I considered her a friend after working with her ten years. I miss her and her sense of humor.

marsha pruitt

September 10, 2024

Sherry was a coworker and friend of mine for many years at Sharon Healthcare facilities. She was a fierce advocate for her residents and was deeply respected by her staff and the community. She will be missed.. Rest in peace sweet Sherry❤

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Don Bondi

September 7, 2024

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September 7, 2024

Don Bondi

September 7, 2024

I met Sherry in 1980 when she hired me to work at what was then known as Richwoods Terrace. We became fast friends. Time, life and miles separated us but I have always and will always remember her as a kind person and great friend. My condolences to the family.

Susan Post

September 7, 2024

Sherry was always one of the people I loved to talk to at the nursing home administrators conferences. Her smile was infectious.

Angela Tuley

September 5, 2024

It's hard to say one or two special moments because they all were special. I'm so saddened by the loss of such a beautiful woman, inside and out. You will be missed terribly.

Dan and Dianne Harshbargers

September 4, 2024

My husband and I met Sherry about 25 years ago. My husband went to work for her for about a year after we all met. She was a wonderful boss to him and an amazing friend to both of us. She babysat our siamese cats while we went on vacation and she wrote me letters "from the cats" every day. That was Sherry, so thoughtful. We'll miss you, my friend, Condolences to your family. The Harshbargers, Dan and Dianne

Rocio Hammond

September 4, 2024

Had the pleasure of getting to know Sherry this year. Strong, brave and fearless only begins to describe her. Our condolences go out to her family.
Rocio Hammond and family

Leeanne A Cassidy

September 3, 2024

She interviewed me for a job , I told her I would think about it and call her next day, she called me 4 times on my 15 minurt drive home asking me if I thought it over yet lol , loved her from that day on.

lorri Graham

September 3, 2024

My prayers and heart felt love are with you all.i know Sherry leaves behind an amazing legacy both professionally and personally. Much love, Lorri Graham

Debra Inman

September 2, 2024

Sherry was my boss at Sharon Willows years ago. Over the years we maintained a friendship. Sherry was always kind, friendly and great sense of humor. I know her family will miss her so much. R.I.P. Sherry and don´t boss God around too much. Sending Prayers to the family. Deb Inman

John Shlofrock

September 2, 2024

I remember meeting her at the Bob Evan´s and asking her to come back and work for the complex. She was a wonderful and hardworking lady. She dedicated her time and effort helping those less fortunate than herself. She will never be forgotten and she will be missed.

John Shlofrock

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Ron Carter

September 2, 2024

Sherry you are the first person I met when I got to Illinois. I loved the 25 + years we worked together. You are extremely missed my friend. Now who am I going to tease about their "Big Sexy Hair" hair spray or gettin gossied up for after work.