Birth date: Jan 21, 1935 Death date: Mar 29, 2018
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Roy R. Sherlin age 83 a resident of Cleveland, passed away Thursday in a local healthcare facility surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Robert and Maude Ogle Sherlin and was also preceded in death by his first wife Thelma Ross Sherlin. He was also preceded in death by his sister and brother in law Dorothy “Dot” and T.L. Frazier, his brothers Jay Sherlin and Robert “Boog” Sherlin. Roy was a life-long member of South Cleveland Church of God where he taught Sunday School and was on the Council of Deacons. He was a past Scout Master with Boy Scouts of America, and a member of the Black Fox Ruritan Club. He worked for a time at Lee University and was a mentor to many of the young men at the school during his tenure. He was a Veteran of the United States Army as a SGT E-5 serving with the 82nd Airbourne Paratroopers as a Jump Instructor. He was an exceptional athlete but through all of his accomplishment his most rewarding was his love for his family. He loved road trips, camping and discovering new places. He is survived by his wife Alice Sherlin, his daughter Judi Sherlin Williams and her husband Denny, his sons David Sherlin and his wife Marilyn, Donnie Sherlin and his wife Toika, Robbie Sherlin and his wife Tammy, James H. Roberts, Robert Lynn Roberts and his wife Angela. Brothers include Jim Sherlin and his wife Linda, D.A. Sherlin and his wife Mary Jo, Mervin Sherlin and his wife Betty and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. A Remembrance of Life Service will be held at 1 o’clock Monday at North Cleveland Church of God, Dixon Chapel with Robbie Sherlin and Reverend. J. David Stephens officiating. The interment will follow with military honors at Fort Hill Cemetery with his grandchildren Tyler Sherlin, Brooke Payne, Chase Payne, Tiffani Sherlin, Ross Sherlin and Courtney Sherlin serving as casket bearers. Travis Sherlin, who is currently serving in the Peace Corps in Guinea, Africa will serve as honorary pallbearer. The family will receive friends Monday from 10:30 until 12:30 at the Dixon Chapel. Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services Wildwood Ave Chapel has charge of the arrangements.Read Obituary
I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF BOOG'S BROTHER'S PASSING. I KNOW THIS ISN'T THE RIGHT PLACE TO MENTION BOOG, I PLAYED BASKETBALL WITH HIM AT BRADLEY IN 1959/1960. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF THE SHERLIN FAMILY WITH LOVE OF TO BE IN ALL YOUR HEARTS.
LANNY H LOCKHART,SR AND MELVIE R LOCKHART OF GOLDSBORO,NC 27534
PS: WHEN ONE OF YOU VISIT BOOG'S GRAVE; GIVE HIM MY LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!
What an honor to have known Roy. He was a kind, wonderful godly man. He showed love and kindness to everyone he met. Always wanted to be helpful. Roy will truly be missed! It's wonderful to know he will be in our future! Enjoy singing in that Heavenly choir, Roy!
Larry, Janet and Cary Zang
I first met Roy back when he worked at Lee, and I knew him only as "Robbie's Dad." Who knew that someday, many years later, he would become my "Uncle Roy." What a blessing he has been to me and my family!!! I doubt I've met a kinder man. Always eager with a smile, hug, a compliment, and praise of our Savior. He will be greatly missed❤️
I remember Roy going with our SCCOG youth group on several roller skating outings. I was so amazed at how well he could skate. I loved watching him glide around with ease. He skated backward as easy as forward. He made it look so easy. A natural! He’ll be missed! Wonderful Man and a true Man of God.
Well Done Roy!
We have known Roy for many years. A wonderful Christian. He will be missed. We pray for Alice and the entire Sherlin family.
Rev Bob and Sylvia Sams
As a fairly new Christian when I first visited Cleveland, I was astounded by Roy Sherlin and his entire family! They sat down to eat and thanked the Lord. They enjoyed watching praise and worship and even paid money for cd's! They were involved in church. I had never been exposed to, or known an entire family who loved Jesus. And their hospitality and generosity to me was great. The impact on my life was tremendous! I moved to Cleveland a few months later, and during my 15 years there I grew in the Lord! There is no doubt that many others were also impacted. So Roy Sherlin's legacy goes beyond Tennessee as I am now an AG Pastor in Texas! Praise God for his life!
David, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time. He sounds like a wonderful man.
Sincerely, Bob and Sherry Gutermuth
I remember as a youth at South Cleveland COG, Roy and Boog would take a group of us young teens fishing and camping. We always had a blast and Roy loved the outdoors. Likewise as an adult, we enjoyed camping with Roy and Alice at Elkmont and lots of our other family and friends. Oh, we always had a ball. There was never a dull moment with Roy around. Roy will be greatly missed but the great memories live forever!
Prayers for his great family,
Ken Ogle, Cuz
