Sherry L. Blakley-Vaughn

1962 - 2011

Sherry L. Blakley-Vaughn obituary, 1962-2011

Sherry L. Blakley-Vaughn

1962 - 2011

BORN

1962

DIED

2011

Sherry Blakley-Vaughn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 15, 2011.
Sherry Passed away on Feb 13 2011, she was born on March 16, 1962 at St. David's Hospital in Austin to Jack and Melba King. Very early in her life she was confirmed as an Episcopalian, Her younger years were spent in San Antonio. She was very active playing basketball, cheerleading, ice skating, and whenever time permitted she was on the track racing go-carts. She attended Clark high school where she was the co-captain of the drill team. She Graduated from Clark in 1980. Racing was a very large part of sherry's life starting with go-carts throughout central Texas, progressing to driving Modified and Stock series cars. With Sponsors ranging from La Quinta to Budweiser, Sherry was able to achieve a level of racing that only 2 other women in history have done; making her one of the first 3 woman professional drivers in NASCAR history. Sherry married Brian Jeffery Blakley in June of 1981, their son Jef was born Feb of 85. After departing from the life of racing, Sherry spent the remainder of her life in North Carolina, selling BMWs for Flow in Winston Salem. Sherry is survived by son, Jef Blakley; mother, Melba King; sister, Meshelle Rives, and brother, Jack King. Sherry was a very special and beloved individual who will always be in our hearts and will be dearly missed. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from twelve o'clock in the afternoon until one o'clock in the afternoon, Saturday, the 19th of February at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, Texas 78752. Graveside services will be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon, Saturday following the visitation at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery. Condolences may be made at www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com

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January 19, 2012

Meshelle Rives posted to the memorial.

January 18, 2012

Edward Howell posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2011

Meshelle Rives posted to the memorial.

Sherry and Mom

Meshelle Rives

January 19, 2012

almost a year past. miss her but know she is free and happy. thank you to all who keep her memory alive.

Meshelle

Edward Howell

January 18, 2012

Sorry to hear about your loss.I just heard this today.I had the pleasure of racing against her in the NASCAR Goodys Dash series.Her and DAD was always very nice& helpful.I drove the Campbell soup #07 for George Crenshaw from Lakeland Fl.in 1995 my son Jason was 10 yrs old at the time and loved Sherry Blakley.Once again sorry for your loss and may god bless.

Meshelle Rives

February 22, 2011

thank you to all who loved Sherry. your thoughts and support are comfort in this time of grief.

Joe Culp

February 21, 2011

Ed & Jef- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Sherry could always could be counted on to bring a smile to the saddest face. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Julie Davis

February 21, 2011

I was saddened to her of the loss of Sherry. My mother, Doris Stockton, was one of Sherry's biggest fans back in her racing days in San Antonio. I share my condolences to Sherry's family with my father Doug Stockton.

Michael Falcone

February 19, 2011

Ed,

Thanks for being a dear friend and sharing part of your new life with Sherry.
She will be missed and you're in my prayers. Stay strong, thankful for her time here with us and know she's headed for greater things.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.

February 19, 2011

Jeff, Melba, Mishelle, and Jack,

The entire Blakley family is at a loss to express our sadness over your loss. Sherry was always very kind and when Brian died, she helped us through a very difficult time. Jeff, please know we miss you and want you in our family when you are ready. You can always reach me Karen Ghrist at P.O. Box 955 LaVernia, TX 78121, or call (210) 373-5192.

All of Our Love,
Patricia, Rusty, Karen, Sandy, Leica, and all your cousins and uncles.

Leigh Vaughn

February 18, 2011

Sherry was very special to my dad Philip Vaughn. My thoughts and prayers are with Jef and her family.

Sam & Wanda Grimes

February 18, 2011

Ed, we are so sorry for your loss. You and Sherry's family are in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy,

February 18, 2011

Sherry was such a bright light and all who knew her will miss her dearly. With deepest sympathy, Beth Jones, Miami, FL

Juan Monteverde

February 18, 2011

Sorry about you loss.

Juan Monteverde

Charles Blackmon

February 18, 2011

Our thoughts and our prayers are with Ed and Sherry's friends and family. We grieve with you and share the pain of your loss. May God comfort you. Love, Neely and Scooty

Caron Myers

February 17, 2011

Ed, I'm so sorry for the pain you are feeling at this moment. Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things any of us go through. Allow yourself time to grieve. Lean on your friends - they're here to support you. I do pray you will find peace in your life.

Joey, Rebekah & Katelyn Leonard

February 17, 2011

May God give you strength and comfort during your time of sorrow. We will keep Ed and Sherry's family in our prayers.

Jerry Oriani

February 17, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss, Sherry was a great person.

JOE LEONARD

February 17, 2011

Ed, Jeff, and sherry's family :I'm so sorry for your loss . She will be deeply missed . LOVE YOU ALL

Ray Joseph

February 17, 2011

I was so saddened to hear of the tragic loss of Sherry....she was a wonderful person and will be missed by all...may she rest in peace.

Bridgette Leonard

February 17, 2011

All my love and prayers go out to Ed and the family and friends of Sherry. WE will miss her.

February 16, 2011

Melba, Michelle and Jack we are sad to hear the sudden loss KNOW your family will be there for you. Mom and I are coming and will do anything you see needed. We love you Cousin Janet Aunt Joan

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