OBITUARY
Sherry Lynn Wasse
March 8, 1971 – December 29, 2020
Sherry Lynn Wasse, age 49 passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. Sherry was born March 8, 1971 in New York.
Sherry is survived by her husband, Erik H. Wasse and children Megan & Steven.
A memorial service for Sherry will be held Friday, January 15, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Miller Memorial Chapel, 1120 West Goshen Avenue, Visalia, California. Due to the pandemic attendance to Sherry's Memorial Service has limited capacity and is by invitation only. Our apologies for the inconvenience.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.millerchapel.com for the Wasse family.
FAMILY
- Erik H. Wasse, Husband
Services
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Memorial Service
Friday, January 15, 2021
Memories
Sherry Lynn Wasse
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ADD A MEMORYLAUREL BOECK
January 16, 2021
Erik and family, I’ve had a week to try to come up with words to give you comfort and I now know there are no words to be found to lessen the pain one feels for a loss as great as Sherry. I miss her every single day and no one will ever be able to replace her.
My husband Wade met her first and from his first day in that office he absolutely adored her. He had mad respect for her work ethic and loved her sense of humor. Within the first three minutes of my finally meeting her, I saw why Wade adored her so much and I knew she and I would be partners in crime in no time!
I have so much I want to say to each of you so a letter will follow this brief online message.
One thing that was certain if you spent any time with Sherry was you knew how fiercely she loved her family. Her tribe. Erik, you were unquestionably her soul mate, her best friend. She loved you beyond words, adored you, and her respect for you was unending. You absolutely completed her.
Megan and Steven…oh how fiercely she loved you both. She was so deeply proud of who you had both become. You were absolutely her pride and joy. Jared and Jessie, she loved you both long before vows were exchanged. You were part of her tribe and would always be, she was sure of it.
I miss my friend terribly. I will forever treasure our heartfelt talks, our crazy days, the unending belly laughs and every single minute I was blessed to have spent with her. She is irreplaceable. She was a dear friend, an absolutely crazy lady who was loyal to a fault and who loved fiercely. No one could make me laugh like she could. I will never ever forget her and I will think of her always.
My heart breaks for your family’s loss. But if I know Sherry, she is watching over each one of you and always will until you meet again…
Thank you so much for sharing all the wonderful photos of Sherry and your family… Wade and I enjoyed seeing them very much. We will keep you in our prayers.
All my love always, Laurel
Jacco and Maria Lubberink
January 15, 2021
Dear Erik and family,
Our deepest condolences, we can't imagine what you're going through right now, wish you all the best and strength for the future.
As your father used to say: "kop d'r veur"
Jacco,Maria and kids
Peter & Petra Bremer
January 15, 2021
Dear Erik and family
a hand, a word and a gesture
as you lose someone you love
the empty space harts so much
in your mind she will always be with you
Peter, Petra, Michelle, Arjan & Leonie
Kathleen Pritchett
January 15, 2021
Wasse Family,
My heart hurts for you all! We didn't know Sherry very well but visited with her and Erik at our company dinners. She was a joy to talk to and had a beautiful spirit about her. Our heartfelt condolences to you all, may our Lord give you strength through this time and in the future as I know she will be missed.
Love and prayers,
George and Kathy Pritchett
Anne Christensen
January 15, 2021
I am a close work friend of Sherry’s. It was always the highlight of my day to see her walk up to the service window of my desk to drop off mail and catch up with me, and I will miss her personality, our chemistry, and our banters.
I love you, Sherry.
Jorge Solorio
January 15, 2021
Dear Erik and Family,
Our condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family. We are thankful to have known Sherry, and we will always carry the memories that we have shared close to our hearts.
“Hay recuerdos que nunca se borran y personas que nunca se olvidaran. Siempre estarán en nuestro corazón”
With deepest sympathy,
The Solorio Family
Alfons en Angelique Aussems
January 15, 2021
Kimberley Pryor-DeShazo
January 14, 2021
When I think about Sherry I think about fun and laughter. My crazy and loveable cousin. She was filled with an adventurous and bright spirit that drew you in. If you knew she was going on vacation or attending the family gathering with you, you knew you were going to have a really good time. She never took herself too seriously and always had your back and best interest at heart. I am saddened to know that this bright light was dimmed too early, but so fortunate that I got 40 years with her to build memories that can be passed down to those whose time with her was taken away.
My sincerest condolences go out to Erik, Megan, Steven, Aunt Bev, Uncle Tom, Tammy, Tommy, Jessie, Jared and Kinsley.
Something that comforts me is a saying that we placed on my dad's plaque after he passed...
Life is not forever. Love is. I hope the love remembered pulls you all through this difficult time and know we are here for you if you need us.
With Love, Kimberley and Family
Jacqueline Kluin
January 14, 2021
Gecondoleerd. Leef erg met jullie mee. Het is niet te bevatten. Ik wens jullie héél véél sterkte toe
Lori Goodwin
January 14, 2021
Erik, Megan and Steven, like so many others, I was shocked to hear the tragic news that Sherry was no longer with us. Sherry was one of the most happy, fun loving, bright, cheerful, wild and crazy, outgoing and caring people I have ever met. When I was around Sherry, whether it be in the office, at a work event or at a BBQ somewhere (even if she did allow Erik to toss me into a pool fully clothed), we never failed to have the absolute best times together. I will forever remember all of the jokes we shared, all of the times that we tried to figure out a way I could sneak into Holland in her suitcase...Sherry was a special friend, we always were able to pick up where we left off even if months had passed. Sherry never failed to make me smile and many times literally laugh until I cried....there are so many things I will always remember about her, but the thing I will remember most is the huge amount of love and pride she had for each of you. Her family meant the world to her and when she talked to me about you guys, she always beamed with pride...I can only imagine her with her beautiful granddaughter. Sherry was truly a one of a kind person and I am so grateful that I was lucky enough to know her.
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you, I cannot begin to imagine the loss your family is feeling. I know her legacy will live on through each of you and I know that my friend will forever hold a special place in my heart and in my memories as she will for countless others...
Much Love to all of the Wasse Family,
Lori Goodwin
Adrian Oskam
January 14, 2021
Sherry worked in our Caltrans office and she was always willing to help us to do our work better and to provide what we needed. Some time back the rest of the people in our office were able to receive orange Caltrans sweat shirt hoodies with the required reflective stripes. We surveyors were from another unit and we ran into snags in getting the sweatshirts. Sherry knew we wanted them so she worked tirelessly to figure a way for us to get them and she worked it out. She derived some satisfaction in working through the red tape and we have been appreciative of wearing those sweatshirts to keep warm. They will serve as a reminder of Sherry. Adrian
André en Yvonne Aasman
January 13, 2021
Those we loved don’t go away.
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always there.
Still loved, still missed, still very dear.
You will be missed Sherry. ❤️
We have warm feelings about our visit in July 2018 and the good memories will stay forever in our minds!
André, Yvonne, Bas, Maud en Bente
Brad & Brenda Felder
January 13, 2021
Erik & Family-
Sherry has been part of the Caltrans Family for more than 20 years and part of my family just as long. Our family’s lives have entwined through sports, family functions and work. Brad & I are thankful and blessed with the time we got to spend with Sherry and will remember all the great times. We share in your sadness and will truly miss her. From our family to yours, you have our deepest sympathy.
Jerry Prigmore
January 12, 2021
Erik and family,
My very deepest sympathies to you. Sherry was a kind, smart and funny co-worker, and I remember her fondly.
Praying for strength and comfort,
Jerry P
Donnie Zimmerman
January 12, 2021
Erik,
Sorry to hear about your wife. We are in tough times, I can't imagine what you are going through. Prayers to your family.
Donnie Zimmerman, Porterville Caltrans
Bert Fledderus
January 11, 2021
Dear Erik and family,
We are very sad that Sherry is no longer here with us. She was always very hospitable to us and always made sure everyone was having a good time.
I am grateful for the beautiful vacations we had together in Paris, Austria, Finland, Norway and Hawaii.
I will always remember the beautiful moments with Sherry and you all together.
I wish you all the best.
Bert
Jorge Aguilera
January 11, 2021
Erik,
Please receive my deepest condolences for the passing of your beloved wife Sherry. I had the opportunity to work with her in the Fresno construction office, she was a kind helpful and respectful lady the always helped you with a smile. We sure will going to miss her dearly. My prayers go to you and your entire family.
Debra Franco
January 11, 2021
Eric & Family,
My sincere deepest condolences to you and your family.
Sherry and all her positive energy will be truly missed by many.
We had some great laughs together. She was always willing to help out someone in need. God bless you all through this sorrowful time and may all the great memories be close to your heart.
~Debra Franco (CT)
Rita Penninkhof
January 11, 2021
Dear Erik and children,
We do not always think about the word “together” but it is a great loss if “together is out of your life.
I would have loved to make more beautiful memories with Sherry💕
Renate Fledderus-Wasse
January 9, 2021
Dear Erik, Megan, Jared, Steven, Jessica and Kinsley. How shocked we are by this terrible message, just unbelievable. I, and a lot of other people with me, will miss Sherry very much.
Never again: "Hey my favorite sister-in-law".
Never again... on a holiday together.
Never again... your delicious food.
Never again...
I can go on like this for hours.
I will never forget my favorite sister-in-law: Sherry.
I miss you all. I would have loved to be able to hug you all.
Lots of love and strength from Renate.
Lida Wasse
January 9, 2021
Dear Erik and children.
You all are going through a very though time. I would love to be together with you, but that’s not possible now.
I think an awful lot about you all, I can’t describe it in words.
I hope you can bear it with each other. Hold on tight and be strong together.
Erik, you will always be a precious son to me.
You get a really big kiss from me. I will keep thinking about you.
Lots of love from your mom and grandma. XXX
Luc Fledderus
January 9, 2021
It's so sad that you left us so early. We will always miss you. There isn't a day coming by when I am not thinking about you. It hurts my heart every single day when I think about you, passing away so young. You were always so cheerful and happy. You were that person that was always ready to help someone else. We had great times together in the car, on vacation or just at home. I wish I got to show you so much more of Holland. Aunt Sherry I always loved you and always will. You made a real positive impact on the family and friends around you.
Words can't describe how bad I feel when I think about you being out of our family. May you find peace where ever you are now. Love you always.
From youre "kleine gebakje".
Eric Olson
January 8, 2021
Hi Erik and family,
Erik I am so sorry to hear this news. My condolences to you. My wife and I will pray for peace and comfort to you.
Eric Olson
Jes Padda
January 8, 2021
Hello Eric,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife Sherry. Please accept my condolences. Based on meeting her at a dinner party when we both worked at Fresno County, she seemed to be a very good person.
With deepest sympathy, Jes Padda
Mohammed Alqutami
January 8, 2021
To Erik and the Wasse family,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. Sherry will be missed by everyone that knew her. Sherry’s selfless kindness, smile, energy, and joy will be missed by many. She enjoyed other’s success as if it was her own and was always the first to offer help. I will never forget how she welcomed and encouraged me on my first day of work. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Warmest regards,
Mohammed Alqutami
HAMED EGHTESADI
January 8, 2021
Erik, please accept my deepest condolences. May time will ease your grief, and heal your sorrow.
Hamed Eghtesadi
James Burford
January 8, 2021
Dear Erik and Family,
My sincere prayers and condolences go out to the Wasse family. Sherri was a beacon of happiness , energy and hope. Her love of life and living will always be remembered and will always live in my memories.
Jim Burford
Rachel Harper
January 7, 2021
I will be forever blessed by my lifelong friendship with Sherry. I have so many amazing memories. I'm grateful to have been allowed to be a part of your family and love you all so much. I thankful for all the love she's given to Mason. She will truly be missed.
All our love Rachel, Stanley and Mason
Steve and Kim Badertscher
January 7, 2021
Eric and Family:
We are going to miss Sherry so much. We hold our memories of dinner with you two and fun Halloween parties very close. Our hearts are hurting right along side you and your family and we are here for you when you are ready for visitors. Please don't hesitate to call.
Blessings to you and your family,
Steve and Kim Badertscher
99 Pipeline
January 5, 2021
We wanted to say that we are very sorry for your loss. You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We wanted to let you know that we are here for you. If you need anything, please let us know.
Our deepest condolences,
David Wendt Sr
David Wendt Jr
99 Pipeline Family