Sheryl Marie Wilkins

Sheryl M. Wilkins died on August 3rd, 2012. She passed peacefully in her home with her loving husband and son at her side. Diagnosed with cancer over two years ago, Sheryl Marie Wilkins fought a heroic battle against her illness. She never complained and she never gave up.

Sheryl was born on April 9th, 1956 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Mom, Opal, and Father, James Cromwell. She grew up in Rio Vista, California with loving parents and family members. Sheryl met her husband, Gary Wilkins, in Lake Tahoe. They were married on September 14th, 1986. She welcomed Gary's children, David, Dan, and Michelle into her life. In 1997, her son, Austin, was born, completing their family.

Sheryl worked in the casino industry for nearly 30 years, making many friends at Caesar's Palace, the Wynn and Encore casinos. Sheryl loved the ocean, exercising, hiking, speed walking, watching movies, and spending time with family friends. Sheryl had boundless energy, a contagious smile, and a kind heart. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Sheryl is survived by her husband, Gary, and her son, Austin. Other survivors include: stepdaughter, Michelle, and husband, Cordell, and their children Logan and Hayden, her five adoring grandchildren, Damen, Mersadi, Jordan, Dylan, and Devin. She is also survived by her mother, Sara Jane and husband, Ron, sister Elizabeth, and husband, Mervin Miles, sister, Chris Callahan, sister, Katie Revira, sister, Theresa, and husband, Randy Daggs, brother, Tim, and wife, Leslie Callahan, brother, Tom, and wife, Jane Callahan, brother, Dennis, and wife, Carol Callahan, and a number of fond nieces and nephews. Sheryl is preceded in death by her stepsons, David, and Dan Wilkins.

Sheryl's courageous spirit will be celebrated during a time of visitation at Palm Mortuary, 7400 W. Cheyenne Ave. Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday, August 10th, from 9 am until 1 pm. A memorial service will also be held at the Faith Lutheran High School Auditorium, 2015 S. Hualapai, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89117, on Saturday, August 11th, at 9:30 am. All are welcome to attend.

Arrangements under the direction of Palm Cheyenne Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.