Obituary of Sherry Farris

Sherry Lynn Goss was born in Monroe on January 28, 1954. She was the daughter of the late Nuel Edward and Loreida (Lawson) Goss. Sherry married the love of her life, Robert Von Farris on March 26, 1982 in Monroe. Together the couple raised seven children. For many years, Sherry worked in customer service employed as a cashier at Meijer for fourteen years and working five years for Lowes Home Improvement. Sherry was a wonderful, supportive wife and mother willing to do anything for anyone. Sherry could be counted on to be honest, generous, and up-front. Even having a large family of her own, she was always willing to take in other children whenever needed. More than anything, Sherry cherished the time that she spent with her family. She especially loved taking her grandchildren to the apple orchard. Sherry enjoyed shooting pool and with her take charge personality ran the pool league. She collected Barbie dolls, loved Motown music and oldies, and traveling nationally visiting swap meets. Sherry was especially fond of Christmas because it gave her an additional excuse to spoil others with presents. Sherry Lynn Farris, age 60 of Monroe passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2014 in her daughter's home. In addition to her parents, her passing was preceded by a son: Adam Taylor To cherish her memory Sherry leaves her loving husband of thirty-two years: Robert Sr. of Monroe; six beloved children: Tara Farris, Shelly Farris, Taylor Farris, and Javian Williams all of Monroe; Robin (Sean) Schmidt of New Boston and Robert V. Farris Jr. (Michelle Krug); two brothers: Kory (Tammy) Goss of Monroe and James R. (Constance) Goss of Toledo; a sister: Vicella Ann (Sheldon) Pfefferle of Monroe; grandchildren: Madyson, Mikal, Keegan Farris, Connor Schmidt, Megan Farris, Melanie (Michael) Menard and Lily Taylor; great granddaughter: Miranda Menard; many nieces and nephews; and her canines: Murphy, Abbie, and Cookie. Friends may gather from 11:00am until 3:00pm on Sunday, August 31, 2014 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734)348-5185. A Celebration of Her Life will follow at 3:00pm also at Merkle's with Pastor Roy Southerland of Monroe Missionary Baptist Church officiating. Cremation will follow through Southern Michigan Services. Memorials for those who desire are suggested to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com; Online Tributes page.