Sheri L. Nelson (nee Smithback)
January 25, 1959 - October 07, 2014
Obituary
Nelson, Sheri L. (nee Smithback)
STOUGHTON-Sheri L. (nee Smithback) Nelson, age 55, of Stoughton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Jan. 25, 1959, in Denver, Colo., the daughter of Jon and Lillian (Armendarez) Smithback. She graduated from Stoughton High School. Sheri was a waitress at Koffee Kup in Stoughton until her illness. She enjoyed traveling up north to Phillips, camping and her cats, Cleo and Miss Kitty. The greatest joy was spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her long-time partner, Frank “Rick” McLaughlin; son, Blaze (Ashley) Nelson of Neenah; grandchildren, Paige, Jaxson, Gabi, Lexx and Armani; mother, Lil of Stoughton; siblings, Neal (Julie) Smithback of Madison, Rose (Ed) Roberts of Tempe, Ariz. and Rich (Tammy) Smithback of Stoughton. She was preceded in death by her son, Dylan; and her father, Jon. A gathering to celebrate Sheri’s life will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Highway 51, Stoughton, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m., on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014, with a luncheon following at the American Legion in Stoughton. A Memorial Mass will be held at ST. ANN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 323 N. Van Buren St., Stoughton, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2014. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. @ Jackson
(608)873-4590
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Gathering
Thu Oct 23, 2014 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
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Kristi L. Huberd (nee Heggestad)
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My thoughts and prayers go out to each of your families . I remember as going up as kids when you used to live on West South Street and playing when we were kids. Summer we used to play against one another's softball team. Rest in Peace Sherri until we meet again. Kristi L. Huberd (nee Heggestad)
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Kathy
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You always had a smile and your laugh was infectious. We had so much fun growing up and going to all the Smithback family reunions. You were an inspiration and we will all miss you. God speed cuz....love ya!!
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judy miyagawa
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Your cheerful ways and wide grin will be dearly missed. Thankful for the memories of all of us Smithback grandchildren invading the little town of Cambridge on Sundays & Holidays. We packed so many people into Grandma's little house, but what fun we all had!
"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather- openings, where our loved ones smile through to let us know they are happy and at peace"
Rest in Peace Cuz!
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Nancy Dixon
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My thoughts go out to your family and friends. Your smile and kindness will be missed by many here but welcomed in the heavens.
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Brenda Brown Swenson
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I was so sorry to hear of Sheri's illness and sudden passing. We shared some of the best times of our lives together. I will forever remember her infectious smile. She will find peace and happiness with her beloved son and father and bring that beautiful smile. I will greatly miss her. Brenda Brown Swenson
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Paul & Carol Soper
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Paul & Carol Soper
We are so sorry to hear of Sheri's passing and to hear, at the same time, that Jon had passed, as well. We remember many happy times with the family when we lived next door on Pleasant View Dr. Jon's hunter's dinners are a family legend. Our thoughts are with you and your family.