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Joseph Sherrell Obituary
Leroy Sherrell
THEN AND NOW
Rev. Joseph Leroy Sherrell was born August 11, 1932 to the late Enoch and Lena (Chandler) Sherrell in Midvale, Ohio. On March 7, 2019 God called him to rest in his home of eternal glory at the blessed age of 86. After moving to Akron in the 1960's, he was employed by Roberson Clay Co.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Glenda Faye (Kelker) Sherrell; son, Mark Keith Sherrell; two sisters, six brothers, one granddaughter and two great-grandsons. He leaves to cherish his beloved memory, daughters, Navella Sherrell Hayes, Yolanda (Larry) Sherrell Pratt, Benita Sherrell Wilson, Laura Morris, all of Akron, Ohio; ten grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Homegoing services will be on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306, where the family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment, Rose Hill Burial Park. Condolences may be sent to 891 Sherman St., Akron.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Sherrell
Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
March 19, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Rhoden Memorial Home
March 13, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Theresa Butch Applin
March 13, 2019
We offer our condolences to pastor joe sherrell and laura morris family,may God bless and keep you and give you peace at this time of need. Love Butch and Theresa Applin family.
Barbara (Mills) Bolden
March 12, 2019
My dear cousins...sorry to hear about your dad, and wish I could be there with you. Much love...
Tiffany Isley
March 12, 2019
Preacher is what we have always new Joseph as he was such a kind hearted man who will be highly missed by many. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Dusty
March 11, 2019
Son, Father, Grandfather, Teacher, and Friend! Blessed, to have had you in my life, for loved, and forever will you be missed, but your words and teaching I will carry with me throughout my life.
Love you,
Dusty
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