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Laura Catherine Sherpy

Laura Catherine Sherpy obituary, Lexington, SC

Laura Sherpy Obituary

Laura Catherine Sherpy LEXINGTON Funeral service for Laura Catherine Sherpy, 15, of Lexington, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, 5503 Sunset Blvd., Lexington, SC 29072. Officiating will be Dr. James "Jim" D. Glatz. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. Catherine passed away on Monday, June 17, 2013. She was a member of Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church. She attended Lexington High School where she was a member of the Yearbook Staff. Surviving are her mother, Allison Fleming and sister, Caroline Sherpy both of Lexington; father, Todd Sherpy (Trisha) of Peachtree City, GA; aunts, Angie Cauthen (Brian) of Rock Hill, Rhonda Sherpy of Irmo, and Tiffiny Anderson (Scott) of Jacksonville, NC; cousins, Jenna Lloyd (Brandon) of Rock Hill, Jonathan Cauthen of Columbia, Jessica Cauthen of Rock Hill, Chance, Cade and Cam Anderson all of Jacksonville, NC and Caylee Courtwright of Myrtle Beach; grandparents, Ron and Jeanette Sherpy of Lexington and Gary and Charlene Marshall of Marion. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Laura and Archie Fleming. Thank you to the doctors and nurses at the Palmetto Richland Children's Hospital for their love and support through this difficult time. Memorials may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church or the Ronald McDonald House. Family and friends may sign the on-line guest book at www.thompsonsfuneral.com.

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Published by The State on Jun. 18, 2013.

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June 20, 2013

Todd and Allison,
We are so very sorry to hear about your daughter. Please know our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Bret and Nancy Salley

Pat Swygert

June 20, 2013

Allison please know that many people are praying for you, Caroline and your family. I haven't seen you in a while & I didn't know that Catherine was sick. I am so sorry and I will pray that God will give you strength. Love & Blessings! Pat Swygert

June 20, 2013

Charles and I were so sorry to hear of Catherine's passing. What a precious child of God. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Charles/Leslie Bumgardner and family

Tony Templeton

June 19, 2013

I consider it such a blessing to have known Catherine and her family over these past few months. You are all in my prayers.

June 19, 2013

Allison, Know that Catherine is no longer suffering and that she is in the loving arms of God our Father. God be with you and Caroline in this difficult time. Love the Ashcraft Family

Ashley Heichelbech

June 19, 2013

Allison and Todd, we all at The Parthenon are deeply saddened to hear of Catherine's passing. We are honored to have had the privilege of serving your family over the years and watching both of your girls grow into the beautiful young ladies they became. We thought of Catherine often over the past two years and prayed daily that she would defeat her disease. Again, thank you for allowing us to be a part of your lives and for being a part of ours. Our sincerest condolences.

Angela Halfacre

June 19, 2013

I am so sorry ! I am praying for both you and Caroline. I have always loved y'all so much! I had no idea that Catherine had been sick. My heart aches for you, and, I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

All Us Angels

June 19, 2013

Catherine fought hard, but our Father had other plans for her. Please know that she is happy and at peace. She and all of Us will be watching over you lovingly.

Paul Reeves

June 19, 2013

Darby and I offer you our deepest sympathy for your loss. While I cannot pretend to fathom the loss or the pain, I can attest to the deep love and comfort of Jesus Christ for you and your family, especially during this time. We are praying for your family. May God Bless

June 18, 2013

To the Family of Catherine :

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Catherine's death. We are here to support you in your grieving process.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort,with courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Cindy Ruttan DO

Terri & Ali Plyler

June 18, 2013

Allison, Ali and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Catherine. She has a beautiful smile and I am sure she is radiating that smile in heaven now. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Ali and Terri Plyler

Sarah Wilkins Weiss

June 18, 2013

I am so sorry about the loss of precious Catherine. I had no idea that she had been ill. Allison, if there is anything that I can do, please let me know. I cannot imagine the pain that all of you are going through. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah and family.

Brenda Chapman

June 18, 2013

Todd and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful young lady. May you find strength and peace in the days ahead, and comfort knowing that Catherine is no longer in pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you!

Angie Watts

June 18, 2013

Always in my thoughts and prayers. A beautiful child with many beautiful precious memories to hold close to your heart. Love to you all.

June 18, 2013

Allison and Caroline and Family, we are so saddened to learn of Catherine's passing. We are praying for your strength and comfort and peace for all the days ahead. With much love, Mary Lathan and Jim Steele

June 18, 2013

Allison and family,

I just wanted to express my deepest sympathies to you all. You are such an amazing family, and I have so much love for you. Catherine was an amazing lady, and I am so grateful I was able t take care of her. She touched everyone she met in the most special of ways. I will never forget her spunky attitude! Also, I will always remember your love for her...she was so blessed to have you! I am praying for you through all this...know that your PICU family loves you through this difficult time. We all have an extra special angel now.

Love,
Nurse Hailey

June 18, 2013

Todd and Family,

Words cannot express the sorrow and pain I feel for the loss of your daughter Catherine. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Candy Mudger
Latitude 32 Credit Union

Myriam Brown

June 18, 2013

Allison, I cannot believe this beautiful child has left this earth. May God hold you all close and may you sense His comfort and peace. She was a precious soul. I will be praying for you all.

Cynthia Ouzts

June 18, 2013

I was shocked and saddened to read about Laura's death. I am so sorry I did not know about her illness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 18, 2013

Allison - you are in my thoughts and prayers. "Sadie"

June 18, 2013

Allison and Caroline:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Catherine is one of the young ladies, who will always be remembered for her sweetness and kindness. We will never forget her beautiful smile . Andrew , A.J and Claudia Karp

Catherine & Harold Palmer

June 18, 2013

What a beautiful young lady. I pray that God will hold you in his arms and comfort you and I know He will. God Bless you all.

June 18, 2013

Todd and Allison, Such a beautiful young lady. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you both and hold you in his arms and comfort you. Catherine and Harold Palmer

Jackie Branham

June 18, 2013

Allison,

I love you! My prayers will continue to be with you and your family.

Patty Holder

June 18, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that God is with you. Our love goes out to you.

Kirk, Patty ,Anne and Robert Holder

June 18, 2013

Todd and Family, please know that I will continue praying for you in the days to come. Elizabeth Owens, Georgetown Kraft Credit Union, Georgetown S.C.

Susan Zotta

June 18, 2013

Todd and Family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May God bless ya'all.

Pat Paschal

June 18, 2013

Todd and Allison,

I wish you and your family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Please accept mine and Ronnie's heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Brandy Norvell

June 18, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Annette Gould TruChoice FCU

June 18, 2013

May all your special memories of Catherine help you cope with her loss. Thinking of you and your family.

Ellen Farmer

June 18, 2013

My prayers are with your family.

Linda Weatherford

June 18, 2013

Todd and Family, our heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you. May God grant you comfort today and in the difficult days ahead.

Jennifer Harper

June 18, 2013

Praying for God to help you through this difficult time

June 18, 2013

Allison....Our Prayers are with you and your family...

Shane, Thomas, Mattie Smith

Cathy Herman

June 18, 2013

Allison, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful child. God Bless and take care.
Love,
Cathy Herman

June 18, 2013

May God put his loving arms around all of the family. Praying and thinking of all of you. Love, Charlene Addison Weeks

Linda Art

June 18, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. All of you will remain in my prayers.

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