Sherry W. Effler

Sherry W. Effler obituary

Sherry W. Effler

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Sherry Effler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Wood Mortuary, Inc. - Greer on Nov. 25, 2025.

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Sherry Williams Effler, 89, wife of the late William Ryan Effler, passed away November 25, 2025.

Born in Kannapolis, North Carolina, daughter of the late Oscar Enoch "Bill" and Alma Corbin Williams, she was a retired employee of Reeves Brothers. Sherry was a life-long pianist at various churches, including her home church, Lyman First Baptist. She loved music, playing for choirs, and directing children's choirs. She was a member of the Spartanburg Symphony Chorus, and studied voice at Converse College.

Surviving are a son, Tim Effler (Dana) of Dallas, Texas; two grandchildren, Ryan Headley (Carrie) and Justin Headley (Casey); and five great-grandchildren, Philip Headley, Austin Headley, Alizabeth Headley, Eli Headley, and Amelia Headley.

She was predeceased by a daughter, Terri Headley, two brothers, Daniel Williams and Gerald Williams, and three sisters, Vera Morrow, Madeline Williams, and Renee DeYoung.

Graveside services will be held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Wood Memorial Park conducted by Mr. Ryan Headley.

Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

26

Service

3:00 p.m.

Wood Memorial Park

863 Gap Creek Rd, Greer, SC 29651

Send Flowers

Only 13 hours left for delivery to next service.