Gerald R. Sherman

Gerald R. Sherman, age 92 of Fremont, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at the Newaygo Medical Care Facility in Fremont. Gerald was born on June 5, 1916 in Fremont to Edgar Earl and Maud May (Messner) Sherman and graduated from Fremont High School. Gerald met and later married Carol June Larson on April 19, 1946 in Fremont and Carol preceded him in death on September 1, 2004. Gerald started working at Lubke’s Hardware in Fremont in 1943 and together with his brother, Graydon, purchased the hardware store and renamed it Sherman Hardware in 1960. Gerald owned and operated the hardware with his brother and nephew until his retirement in 1984. Gerald had enjoyed living on the family farm in Dayton Township all his life and was a longtime member of Farm Bureau. Gerald was a member of the Fremont United Methodist Church and enjoyed visiting with family and friends over a cup of coffee.

He is survived by his children, Greg (Kathy) Sherman of Troy, Michigan; Susan Sherman of Chicago; Janeen (Jeff) Kuhn of Honolulu, Hawaii; 3 grandchildren, Jill Kuhn; Joel Kuhn; and Eric Sherman; his brother, Gale Sherman of Fremont; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Graydon in 2002 and Glen.

VISITATION : Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Crandell Funeral Home – Fremont Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICES : Saturday at 1pm at the Fremont United Methodist Church. INTERMENT : Maple Grove Cemetery. MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS : Fremont Area Community Foundation for the Fremont United Methodist Church Endowment Fund.

To the family of Gerald and Carol Sherman,

I was shocked to read that Gerald died. He was always so friendly, a very outgoing person. We have missed seeing him in church. Carol was such a wonderful helpmate. She did so much for Gerald. We still have a tearful letter from her, one she wrote when our grandson died so tragically. At the same time, my sister had terminal cancer. She wrote a note to express her feelings about our family problems. It was soon after that when Carol passed on. Gerald and his wonderful Carol are together now. We know that is what he wanted. You have our sympathy.

Arnold and Mildred Woodring

Posted 12/11/2008

I was very saddened to hear about Gerald’s passing. I have such fond memories of the many times we stayed at Gerald and Carol’s for a visit during my childhood. They always went out of their way to make sure that we had fun. I always felt very close to both of them and their children. Having lost both of my parents this past year I can relate to how you must feel. However it is comforting to know they are in a beautiful place with our Lord. They are made whole again and Gerald has been reunited with Carol. They will always have a special place in my heart as do their three children. I look forward to us cousins being together as often as possible.

With Love and sympathy,

Marsha ( Butler ) Anderson

Posted 12/11/2008

Dear Greg, Kathy and family,

I want you to know, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. It is always hard to lose your parent and happening at this time of year seems to make it much more difficult. May God Bless you in this hour of sadness.

With Sympathy and Prayer,

Marilyn Jarvi

Posted 12/12/2008

You have my deepest sympathy. May your memories bring a smile to your face.

Diana Peagler, Records Coordinator

City of Southfield

City Clerk's Office/Records Center

Posted 12/12/2008

Greg, Susan, Janeen, & families–

Jackie & I were saddened to hear about your dad’s death. We have many great
memories of times spent with your mom and dad and hope that similar memories
help to ease your grief.

He was very proud of each of you…and always eager to talk about what was
going on in your lives.

Your dad’s sense of humor was an important part of his personality, and he
never lost the ability to laugh or make me smile…even when I last saw him
and his health wasn’t that good. And, like my dad, he enjoyed
talking---telling stories and recalling events that happened and about
people that he knew. I chuckle when I think about how those two could talk
on the phone almost every day…sometime several times…and still not run out
of things to say to each other. I suspect that they’ve started the
conversations going again!

We’ll miss him, certainly, but we’ll also remind ourselves about how
fortunate we were to have him in our lives, too.

Unfortunately we won’t be able to be with you this weekend, but please know
that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Love,

Jim & Jackie Sherman

Posted 12/13/2008