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DONALD SHERARD

LIMA — Donald L Sherard, 63, passed away April 29, 2014, at 11:25 am, at his residence.

Donald was born March 3, 1951 in Harrod, OH, to Bernard C. and Ida M. (Johns) Sherard who preceded him in death. On June 10, 1972 he married Katrina Wilson Sherard who survives in Lima, OH

Don enjoyed bowling, playing softball, fishing, hunting and camping at the Robins Nest camp grounds. He loved spending time with his family, friends and his two dogs Cookie and Baby Girl. Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He will be deeply missed.

Survivors include: 3 Children: Katina (Larry) Caprella, Donald L. (Amy) Sherard II, Krystal (Dustin Bowers) Sherard, Grandchildren: Taylor, Samantha, Larry, Skyler, Tyler and Holden, 3 Brothers, Richard (Linda) Sherard, Charles (Debbie) Sherard, John (Deb) Sherard, 2 Sisters, Judy (Tom) Snyder, Mary Sherard, Many Nieces and Nephews.

Preceded in death by: 2 Sisters, Betty Sherard, Linda Anderson, Brother, Bernard C. Sherard Jr.

Services will be held May 3, 2014 at 9:00 am at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services - Eastside Chapel. Pastor Brandon Wireman to officiate the service. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery following the service.

Friends may call Friday, May 02, 2014 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services - Eastside Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rita's Hospice or the family.

Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Lima News from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2014.

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May 20, 2014

Dear Katrina;
I just found out about Don's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great friend to all and a wonderful family man! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend!
Love you,
Merry Shaffer

amy meyer

May 2, 2014

my prayers to the family what a awesome guy!!! he will be greatly missed

May 1, 2014

WHAT A GREAT MAN FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR
REST IN PEACE
STEVE&TAMMY

Amy Miller

May 1, 2014

My deepest sympathy for you all. I love this picture of him, what a great smile and a great man.

April 30, 2014

miss u

jessica Bloomfield

April 30, 2014

Don u were always a funny Character u will be missed I really enjoyed ur company may be gone but never forgotten

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