He was born in Portland, Oregon on October 24, 1933. Sherm graduated from Lewis and Clark College and had a career as a Certified Public Accountant, retiring as a founding partner in the firm Pauly & Rogers in 1999. Sherm was a member of the Tigard Rotary and an active member in his church. He had a passion for leading a Christian life and published a Prophecy Newsletter until his last days. He enjoyed politics, sports cars, time with his grandkids, a good dessert, and vacations in Hawaii.

He is survived by his loving family; Jeannie Lee, Steve Pauly, Karen Pauly, Caroline Perry, Douglas Perry, Lisa Lee, Bianca Perry, and Blake Perry.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30am September 23, 2020, at Lincoln Memorial Park and Funeral home.