Rick Lee Sherrard

Rick Lee Sherrard obituary, Boone, IA

Rick Lee Sherrard

Rick Sherrard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schroeder-Stark-Welin Funeral Home - Boone on Feb. 6, 2026.
Rick Lee Sherrard, 54, of Boone, was born September 18, 1971, in Des Moines, Iowa to Robert and Bonnie (Anderson) Sherrard. Rick passed away Thursday February 5, 2026, in Iowa City, Iowa.

He grew up in Boone, Iowa, graduating from Boone Junior-Senior High School. He worked a variety of jobs over the years with a special mention to Iowa State University and Tri Lite Windows. Rick served for two years in the United States Navy.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Sherrard. Survivors include his father, Robert Sherrard, and brother, Jerry Sherrard

A private family graveside service will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Boone at a later date.

Schroeder-Stark-Welin Funeral Home, 515-432-4550.

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