OBITUARY
Helen L. Sherrill
October 20, 1921 – March 3, 2013
SHERRILL, Helen Louise Lippard, age 91, formerly of Smyrna, TN passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2013 at Mayfield Rehabilitation Center in Smyrna, TN. She was born October 20, 1921 in Iredell County, NC, she was the daughter of the late John and Estelle Lippard. Helen was the owner and director of Ms. Helen’s Daycare located on Margo Lane in Nashville. She loved and cared for many children at the daycare form 1959-1985. Ms. Sherrill touched the lives of countless children and their families during her lifetime. Helen enjoyed cooking, gardening, and being with her family. She was a charter member of Haywood Hills Baptist Church. She dearly loved her church family, especially members of her Hope Sunday School Class. Her husband of 51 years, Mr. Clyde Thomas Sherrill, preceded her in death in 1991. Ms. Sherrill is also preceded in death by her parents, John and Estelle Lippard; siblings, Jack Haskell Lippard, Gene Everett Lippard and JoAnn Downer. Survivors include 3 brothers; Kenneth Hilton Lippard, John Thomas Lippard, and Danny Mack Lippard all of Statesville, NC; 4 sisters, Velma Kelley of Beufort, SC, Martha Williams, Betty Holdsclaw, and Vivian Eades all of Statesville, NC; 4 daughters, Shelby Dishman and Brenda Smith of Statesville, NC, Judy Rankhorn (Gary) of Smyrna, TN and Dyeanne Maze of Antioch, TN; 2 sons, Timothy Wayne Sherrill (Julie) of Murfreesboro, TN and Keith Robbins Sherrill (Ruby) of Goodlettsville, TN; 17 grandchildren; 38 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Her greatest legacy in life are her grandchildren and great grandchildren! Funeral services will be held at one o’clock in the afternoon on Thursday, the 7th of March, 2013 in Woodlawn’s Dignity Hall with Brother Barry Ellis and Roger Shelton officiating. The family will have visitation from ten until one o’clock in the afternoon prior to the service. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Eddie Maze, Gary Lane Rankhorn, TW Sherrill, Nathan Hartsock, Logan Hartsock, Ryley Hartsock, Randy Smith and Corey Denton. The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Mayfield Rehabilitation Center in Smyrna, TN for the care they have given Ms. Sherrill over the last two years.
Services
- Visitation Thursday, March 7, 2013
- Funeral Service Thursday, March 7, 2013
Memories
Helen L. Sherrill
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ADD A MEMORYJade Bowman
March 22, 2013
She was an amazing lady. I remember she loved Christmas and opened her house to display all of her trees. I was there with TW to show all the trees. She always had home grown food on the table. I loved her like she was my own Grandmother. She was beautiful on the inside and out. She and my maternal grandmother both died at 91 and in the same month. I was honored she made it to my wedding. Prayers and hugs to the entire Sherrill family!
Pam Hilliard
March 8, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Sherrill was one of the sweetest and kindest person I ever knew. She loved her family and she loved her work. It was a blessing working for her at such a young age. I learned many things working for her. May God bless you all and comfort you today and in the days ahead.
March 7, 2013
There's no one that could ever hold a candle to Mrs. Sherrill. I hold her in the highest regard. My heart goes out to all the family for your loss, but I know that our heavenly father accepted her with open arms. My deepest sympathy, Lee Bailey (Reese) I worked for her for nine years, she was my first employer, although she was more like a grandmother to me.
Linda Bollinger
March 7, 2013
Dear Shelby and families: God bless all of you in the loss of Mrs. Sherrill. She was a lovely lady. Take care and know that others care.
Lenny Farmer
March 7, 2013
Heartfelt prayers go out to you Judy and your family in this difficult time. Thank you for caring for your mother.
Tammy Taylor Durham
March 6, 2013
May God bless and comfort you during this time. Mrs. Sherrill was my second mom for many years. I have so many memories that I will always treasure. Will keep all of you in my prayers.
Connie Dellinger
March 6, 2013
Dear Family and Friends, Please know that we continue to keep you close in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the Peace of Christ bring comfort to you in the coming days. Mary Belle Lippard Mesiemore and Connie M. Dellinger
Daune Williams
March 6, 2013
We will miss you so much Aunt Helen . We love You !
Jill Reeves
March 5, 2013
Special memories of Mrs. Sherrill as "Curly" Hannah spent much time at Mrs. Dyeanne's daycare. What a wonderful lady, Mrs. Sherrill! Thoughts, prayers and wonderful memories from our family. The Reeves, Rob, Jill, and Hannah
Cathy Satterfield Sullens
March 5, 2013
I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Sherrill's passing.My son Chris went to her daycare and we loved her so much. She was the sweetest lady I ever met.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Nancy Thomas
March 5, 2013
Dear Shelby, Brenda, Judy, Dyeanne, Tim, Robin, and all family members,
We were so sorry to hear of Helen's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We loved her very much and all of you.
May God grant you strength during this time of sorrow.
Love always,
Velma Kelley; Autie F. Kelley, III;
Donnie and Nancy Thomas; Kelli Thomas and George Mosier, and Elizabeth, Edward, and Sarabeth Thomas; and Eric and Barbara Thomas, and Eric Jr. and Macie
Carolyn Groom Edwards
March 5, 2013
So sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort in the days to come.
Renee Woodcock
March 5, 2013
Grandma Sherrill I will miss you so much. memories of all the years growing up at the day care through the summers and the Christmas gatherings such sweet memories. I Love You!!
March 4, 2013
I spent many happy days at Aunt Helen's house in my younger years. She was one of the most loving,generous people I've ever known. It is so hard to lose your Mom, even under the best circumstances. My family & I extend our sincerest sympathy to all of you children, grandchildren, & great grand children. May you be blessed with peace in the coming days.
Love, Candy L. Anderson & family
Denise Rankhorn
March 4, 2013
Grandma Sherrill always had christmas at her house. It was a tradition that I have missed and now will always remember. Thanks for always bringing us together Grandma! I will miss you......
Timothy Sherrill
March 4, 2013
We love Grandma Sherrill, we have so many memories of her and that beautiful smile. She had a heart of Gold, and a Halo as big as Sky! We will miss you dearly and we know your in a better place. Love Tw, Nina, Bailee, Adrienne and Nellie Sherrill
Darryl Mosley
March 4, 2013
Please know I have incredible memories of your Mom. It all started when we lived on Margo Lane. I was a little guy then, but more memories were formed while at Crosstown Drugs. My prayers of comfort are with you all during this time of loss. Here is what God's Word says in 1 Thessalonians 4:13: And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope.
Even though you are saddened, your grief is filled with incredible hope knowing where Mrs. Sherrill is today. She has found many friends and family, my Dad included, having the time of her life.
May His peace and comfort be with you!
Darryl Mosley
Jennifer Hargis
March 4, 2013
Denise, I'm so sorry for the loss that you and your family has suffered. There'll be many times ahead that some small thing will trigger a wonderful sweet memory of her, just let it warm your soul and put a smile on your lips. Love you my friend.