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Tom Sherrill Obituary
He was born Sept. 24, 1949, in Anna, the son of Kenneth L. and Geneva Ritter Sherrill. He married Cheryl Beth Miller on Sept. 10, 1977, in Pulaski County.
Tom is survived by his wife, Cheryl Sherrill of Jonesboro; two sons, Brad Sherrill (Brittany Pogue) of Anna and Jeff Sherrill (Megan Cross and daughter, Lily Cross-Baker) of Jonesboro; mother and father-in-law, Deloris and Darrell Miller of Dongola; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lynn and Sandra Miller of Dongola and Cindy and Greg Webb of Ullin; a nephew, Rusty Miller of Dongola; a niece, Katelan Webb of Ullin; other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Tom graduated from Anna-Jonesboro High School in 1967 and then attended and graduated from SIU Carbondale, majoring in health administration.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam conflict.
Tom was one of the first EMTs to work for Union County Ambulance Service, also serving as director. He worked in the X-ray department at Union County Hospital for more than 20 years before becoming operations manager at SIOC in Herrin. He was deputy coroner for Union County for more than 20 years and he served on the Jonesboro School Board for more than 24 years. He was also a member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Tom sincerely loved his wife of almost 34 years and was so proud of his sons. He will be sorely missed by his family.
Services for Tom Sherrill will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, in Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna, with Jimmy Keller and Kim Capel officiating. Interment will be in Anna Cemetery with military honors at the graveside by the Illinois National Guard Funeral Honor Team in Marion. Friends may call after 11 a.m. until the funeral hour Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to American Heart Association. Envelopes will be available at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tom Sherrill
Betty Rowan
August 5, 2011
Cheryl My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gail Jordan Dluhy
August 5, 2011
So sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. I will never forget the Saturdays we spent at the restaurant working. He always had a smile on his face and great things to say. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cassie Stearns
August 1, 2011
Cheryl, I am so, so, so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be, and have been, in my thoughts and prayers. My sister worked with him at SIOC and I know that they are very saddened by his loss. Let us know if your VA family can do anything for you.
Tony, Gail, Mark, Matt Hammer
July 31, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Deb Nash
July 31, 2011
What a class act Tom was ! And he was such a kind and gentle spirit who obviously touched many many lives ! We can honor his memory by living life the way he did !
July 30, 2011
Condolences to the family of Tom from the Dean Williams family. Tom was a good friend of our dad for many years.
Tracey Williams Boyd
john, julie, amy, max, harrison davis
July 30, 2011
Tom was a wonderful friend and mentor. He touched many lives in very positive ways. We will really miss his gentle and caring spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol McHughes
July 30, 2011
Cheryl, Brad and Jeff my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know how much Tom loved you all and you him. The days ahead will be difficult but with Gods help you will get through this difficult time. I love you all.
Doris Bennett
July 29, 2011
Cheryl-- thinking of you. Everything I can say sounds so trite but know that some day thoughts of Tom will bring more comfort than pain.
Rose Fager RN
July 29, 2011
Cheryl, Jeff and Brad. I just wanted to let you know that you have been on our minds since Wednesday. It didn't take long to see how much Tom was loved by so many. It was my honor to care for him and for all of you. I'm sorry for your loss. May God bless you and bring you peace,
Jamie Pickens
July 29, 2011
Tom always had a smile on his face and a wonderful collection of "ties" that we always enjoyed seeing. He will be greatly missed by all.
LaToya montoya
July 29, 2011
Brad,Jeff,cheryl,my thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom has been the best supervisor one could ask for. He is such a sincere loving man. The office wont be the same without his sarcasm and jokes :}Times like this make us question why the lord has the plan that he has. Only time can heal your pain...LaToya Montoya & Beverly Walker
Judy Neal
July 29, 2011
Many times we cannot understand His plan for us. But I know the Lord can comfort you and family during this very difficult time.Nathan commented on how pleasant and kind Tom was to him. Just know our thoughts and prayers are with you also! Judy, Chuck, Nathan Neal
Lisa McCutchen
July 29, 2011
Cheryl,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. After all we've been through together, I consider you not only a colleague but a friend. And yes, I WOULD trust you with my life. I will keep you in my prayers.
Lisa
Grant Capel
July 29, 2011
Cheryl, Brad, and Jeff, My sympathy for your loss...Tom was a beloved man in this community and has a lasting legacy with us all. Our best to you...Grant and Kathy Capel
Teresa and David Atwood
July 29, 2011
We are sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Rich and Barb Clemens
July 29, 2011
Cheryl
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss and send our deepest sympathy.
July 29, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Rex, Cathy, Blake and Bryce Reed
Debbie Boyer
July 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Jeremy Palmer
July 29, 2011
With deepest sympathy to the Sherrill family. Tom was truly one-in-a-million. He was a man of impeccable character, compassion, and class. I will truly miss him at SIOC. May God comfort you during this most difficult time.
Brenda Duncan
July 29, 2011
We have truly lost a great man. I worked with Tom for several years through SIOC's insurance programs. He was always such a great help to me. May God Bless and comfort his family and friends!
Jayne Jones
July 29, 2011
Cheryl:
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. He was a special person and I enjoyed working for him at SIOC. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mary Melvin
July 29, 2011
Cheryl and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Chris Wickham
July 29, 2011
We will all miss you here at SIOC, we've had lots of laughs & played many tricks on each other. Probably one of my best memories is teling you to xray what hurts(boy you hated that one). And I can still see your face light up when I brought in the hot crab dip. May God be with your family at this time because I know you are fine now. Chris Wickham, Herrin, IL.
Deena Rendleman
July 29, 2011
Cheryl I'm so sorry for your loss. I will pray peace and wisdom as you grieve and also as you celebrate Tom's wonderful life ^i^
Randy and Alice Tucker
July 29, 2011
Our community has lost a wonderful man and leader. He will be missed by everyone who's life he touched. God bless you Cheryl, Brad and Jeff.
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