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GEORGE SHERMAN Obituary

SHERMAN--George Lewis, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024, at the age of 92 at his home in Athens, Ohio. Director, writer, educator, advocate, and mentor, he was preceded in death by his parents, Irving and Rebecca (Levinson) Sherman, and his beloved dog, Chester. He is survived by his daughter Molly, son Peter (Gillian), and his grandchildren Cooper Potts, Evan Sherman, and CC Sherman.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 21, 2024.

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Faye Johnston, Athens

July 22, 2024

With hopes that your dad found great comfort in knowing you were here with him until the end and honored his wishes......My wish for all of you is that you have wonderful memories of him and know he would want you to be happy in the lives you have made for yourselves........Faye Johnston, Athens

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