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Holton Sherrill Obituary

SHERRILL - Holton Bost, know by his family and friends as "Red", 98, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Eula Estelle Bost Sherrill; his wife of 58 years, Vesta Ann Mack Sherrill; his wife of eight years, Elenor Lunt Sherrill; his son Blaine Sherrill; and four brothers, John, Lester, Heath and Cornelius Sherrill. He is survived by his daughter, Patricia A. Sherrill Schember; a sister, Evelyn Sherrill Smith; three grandchildren, Donald Sherrill and wife Roxanna, Ronald Sherrill and wife Jo Ann, and Scott Schember and partner Katie Michaelis; six great-grandchildren, Andrea, Melissa, Jacob, James, Mark and Jaclyn Sherrill; his step family, Darien Vogelsberg and husband Walter, Carter Lunt and wife Pat; Clint Lunt and wife Theresa, Lisa Durler and all of their families; and 11 nieces and nephews, Loyce Davis, Joyce Height, John Sherrill, Lynn Alsop, Paulette Turner, Donald Sherrill, Kathy Troutman, Lloyd Smith, Brenda Smith, Jerry Smith and Michael Smith. Holton was a former proprietor of Mirror Barber Shop in Lindenhurst, NY from 1932-1943. He then worked with Prudential Insurance from 1943 until July 1, 1971 when he retired after 28 years of service. Over the years, Holton was an active member of Vanderburg United Methodist Church in Mooresville, NC; Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst, NY; United Methodist Church in Franklin, NC and most recently Pine Valley United Methodist Church in Wilmington, NC. He also maintained much activity in the community having been a member of the Lindenhurst, NY Historical Society, Sunrise Squire Club, Breslau Cemetery Board, Amityville Masonic Lodge, Suffolk County Life Underwriters, and The Boy Scouts of America all while in NY; the Hanover Lions Club and the Franklin Lions Club both in NC and the Lions Club and the Prudential Retirees Club both in FL. Holton was a former volunteer with the Lindenhurst, NY Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad and he served with the US Coast Guard Reserve Auxiliary during WWII at Fire Island and East Moriches Lighthouses. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 5, 2008 10am to 12 noon at Lindenhurst Funeral Home Inc. 424 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. Interment Breslau Cemetery in Lindenhurst, NY. The family would like to offer thanks to all the wonderful New Hanover Regional Medical Center personnel; especially Dr. Tom Lee and 7th floor nurse Deborah; and to the NHRMC ambulance personnel and Wilmington Fire Department "First Responders". In lieu of flowers donations may be forwarded to the Hanover Lions Club, in c/o of Lisa Bentsen, 4310 Jonathan Ct., Wilmington, NC 28412. Donations made in Red's memory will be distributed to the Boys and Girls Home of NC and Camp Dogwood for the Blind at Sherrills Ford, NC.

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Published by Newsday on Dec. 4, 2008.

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Patricia Sherrill/Schember

December 13, 2008

I want to thank everyone for their kind thoughts of my wonderful father. He was one of a kind and I am so lucky to be his daughter. He was a true gentleman in every way and has inspired many to follow in his footsteps. I know he is at peace with God and is seeing my Mom and Brother Blaine and Elenor and Clint. My home is empty without Dad and I miss him terribly. Even his buddy Fritz is sad and doesn't understand why Pop Pop is not in his Lazy Boy with a dog bone for him. They sure were a pair. His loving daugter, Pat

Elenor, Maxx & Red

December 7, 2008

Karl Vogelsberg

December 5, 2008

I’d like to take this opportunity to say a few words on behalf of Red’s extended family.

I’ve known Red Sherrill for most of my life, originally as a friendly grandfather figure and my first fishing buddy, He and his wife Vesta shared a Duplex in Deerfield Beach with my grandparents, and his close friends, Clinton and Eleanor Lunt.

Later I knew him as Grandfather, when he married Eleanor after they both lost their respective partners. That blessed relationship literally saved her life and gave us ten great years with her we would have lost. Thank you Red.

My initial reaction to Red’s Passing was one of great sorrow. For myself personally, and for those who never had the opportunity to meet and be inspired by this true gentleman. He has set a standard for personal responsibility and kind hearted service to others, that I fear no-one will ever match. I strive to be a better person for Red’s influence in my life.

Now that I’ve had time to reflect on his loss, my sorrow is tempered by joy. I share in the joy of Red and our loved ones that gone before (Vesta, Clinton, Eleanor). They have waited so long for him to join them in sweet reunion. If there is a Heaven, there is certainly no-one more anticipated or welcome Than Holton Sherrill.

Red,we love and miss you greatly.

Darien Vogelsberg

December 4, 2008

Dear Pat,
A mighty oak has fallen and the forest will never more be the same.
The Vogelsberg family (including the Robert Happs and The John Chalifouxs) kept a special place in their hearts for Red. His positive spirit and happy attitude was an inspiration to all of us. We especially cherished him after his marriage to our Nana.He brought new life and amazing happiness to her in her last years.
We will miss him but never forget him. May he rest in peace.
Darien and Walter

Roland & Cathy Viets

December 4, 2008

Dear Pat and Elenor,
We want you to know our thoughts
and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time of your lives. We send our condolences as
you may remember me from Lindy
HS. I remember your Dad very well
as a very pleasant, gentle, man.

Roland & Cathy Kurdt Viets

Marylou Klugmann (Jahn)

December 4, 2008

Memories of my younger days include knowing the kind snd gentle man who lived across the street from me, Red Sherrill.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family

Sharon M

December 4, 2008

From a Fellow Lion from Freeport, NY, know that Red is in good hands and good company with all the Lions that have gone before us.
From reading this one can tell what a great man he was. I did not know him personally, but, I do know that Lions are a unique group.
Rest in peace Red.

Karl, Laura, Ty & Maxx Vogelsberg

December 4, 2008

Dearest Pat and family,
Red was an inspiration. He was a special part of our family and we are glad we had the opportunity to share special times with him. He will be missed and never forgotten.

Betsy Bentsen

December 2, 2008

Pat & Family-

I am so sorry for your loss. We were all so upset to hear the news of Red's passing. What a fighter!! He will be sorely missed.

God Bless.

Kelly and John

December 1, 2008

Dear Pat and family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Love Kelly and John

Jamie Hinnant

December 1, 2008

Red was such a sweet and special person. We will miss his pleasant smile and warm presence. God Bless you and your family.

Carol Williams

November 30, 2008

Pat and Family,

Red was a very special person and we were blessed to know him.

Carol and Ken Williams
Hanover Lions Club

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