Sherry McCoy Irby

Sherry was born September 13, 1962 in Virginia Beach and was the daughter of the late Raymond L. and Barbara T. McCoy.

Sherry is survived by her husband of 35 years, Clifford G. Irby Jr.; two daughters, Caitlin M. Irby and fiancé, Kevin R. Brooks and Anna I. Donado and husband, Juan Carlos Donado; two sons, Roman T. Irby and wife, Melody L. Irby and Clifford G. Irby III; two brothers, Raymond L. McCoy III and Eddie S. McCoy; four grandchildren, Simone L. Donado, Hudson R. Irby, Juan Mateo Donado and Rose M. Irby; numerous McCoy relatives from Tidewater, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Originally from Va. Beach, Sherry lived in Richmond since 1992. She was employed at Montgomery Ward in Tidewater for 12 years, Circuit City for 16 years and was a co-owner with her family of City Dogs Restaurants in Richmond for the last 14 years. Not many decisions were made at City Dogs without her feedback and approval.

Sherry was a lovely lady who had a beautiful spirit and a loving, generous heart. Sherry was totally devoted to her grandchildren. Sherry enjoyed the warm weather, beaches and lakes. Sherry loved the trips she took at Cancun Mexico, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and the Bahamas. Every summer, Sherry vacationed at the Outer Banks and Lake Gaston. She was admired for her strength and resilience and most of all, her big, giving heart.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. 23231, with a visitation one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider the American Cancer Foundation.