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Terry Sherman Obituary

SHERMAN, MD, Terry Terry Sherman MD died this morning at his home in Decatur, TN. Long-time resident and family practice doctor, he was a Major in the USAF and flight surgeon in Zaragoza, Esp. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Woodby (Decatur, Tn), daughter Tara Sherman and future grandson, sister and brother in law Karen and Sparks Dorris; brother and sister in law Charles and Pennie Woodby. Terry donated his body to the University of Tennessee Medical School. Donations in Terry's honor are requested for the Athens-McMinn YMCA swimming pool heater fund, 205 Knoxville Ave, Athens, TN where he chilled to water aerobics. His sense of humor will be greatly missed.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Feb. 6, 2018.

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Phyllis Conrad

June 17, 2024

Dr.Sherman was my doctor for many years at South Austin Medical Center. I stumbled on his obituary today. He was a kind, caring physician. May he rest in peace.
Phyllis Conrad

C. Maya Brooke

May 12, 2018

Dear Cousin Terry (wherever you may be) and faily,

I did not know of your passing until I spoke to Aunt Joyce yesterday, and I was so sad to know. Even though we were virtual strangers since childhood,andI haven't seen you and your family since the family reunion in San Antonio I always felt a connection between us. I will always remember you at @ age 5, with your dog Blackie, saying you were going to be a doctor. And from what I hear a GREAT doctoryou were.

My condolences to Tara, Kathleen, your family, and friends.

Fondly,
Carla (now Maya) Brooke
Kathleen Krabbe's daughter

LP

February 10, 2018

To live a full life and find enjoyment for your hard work in assisting others is truly a reward (Ecclesiastes 3:12,13). To family and friends, may you find comfort in your memories.

Reina Mezquita

February 8, 2018

I had the pleasure of working with Dr Sherman at South Austin Medical Clinic in the early 90's. Always a great coworker and physician. My deepest condolences.

Vicki Wier

February 7, 2018

Dr. Sherman was our family doctor for many years. Our parents was treated by him to begin with and then my brothers and I were his patients. We always appreciated his bed side manners, patience and genuine care for us as a person. Every time we had a appointment he made us feel important. Rest In Peace Dr. Sherman. God bless his family and friends.

James Glenn

February 6, 2018

I was a patient of Dr. Terry and he was my patient for several years. I could always talk to him about any particular medical problem and he would patiently listen and ask questions. I felt very comfortable with him and he was just as quiet and understanding as I treated any dental problems he may have had. He was as honest as the day is long. Never heard a negative word from him. He loved his daughter and it is sad to think he will not see his grandson. Terry always had a little mischievous smile when we saw each other. I am very glad I knew him. My wife was a patient of his for a while, also, and we both are so sad to see him go.
James Glenn, DDS.

Stephen Blair

February 6, 2018

Terry was a kind colleague with a wry, quiet sense of humor. I was a new doctor at South Austin Medical Clinic in 1997 and he was already a seasoned clinician. I still use a Welch Allyn headlamp he kindly gifted me over 20 years ago now. I will miss his sly smile and sense of humor most.

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