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Jimmie Sherrod Obituary

SHERROD, JIMMIE LEE

On November 6, 2005. Former husband of Gerald Sherrod; father of Ursula Sherrod (James) Rotan and Marisa Sherrod; brother of Eugene (Vashti) Sherrod. Also survived by two grandchildren Yona and Brittney, other relatives and friends. Memorial contributions can be made payable to the National Center for Children and Families, 6301 Greentree Rd., Bethesda, MD 20817. Visitation November 15, 9 a.m. service 10 a.m. at Faith United Church of Christ, 4900 10th St. N.E. Services by J.B. JENKINS.

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Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 13, 2005.

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Erika Watlington

November 21, 2005

I love and will miss you Uncle Jimmy.

Anthony Wyatt Avant

November 15, 2005

To the Sherrod family



In your time of bereavement... I pray that the Lord will comfort you as you grieve the loss of your loved one.

Tracy and Rosalie Avant

November 14, 2005

To the Sherrod family we give our deepest sympathy. We will keep you in our prayers in this time of loss.

Monica Curtis (Avant)

November 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. The fond memories I have of your dad will forever remain in my heart.

Lydia Hammond

November 14, 2005

To the Sherrod family,



Our deepest sympathy go out to you in this time of sorrow.



Tenderly, May time heal your sorrow



Gently, May friends ease your pain



Softly, May warm wishes remain



The Hammonds,

Ronnie, Lydia, Ron Jr, Angelique

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