Virginia Haas Clarke "Gini" Sherman(1928 - 2017)
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman
AGE: 88 • Lewes
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman, age 88, of Lewes, DE since 2006, formerly of Camden, DE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Beebe Healthcare. Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Harry Haas and Florence Lillian Spoerl, she shared her birthday of Nov. 18, 1928 with Mickey Mouse.
Gini was a graduate of Wilmington High School, Class of 1946, and then moved to the Dover/Camden area. It was at this time she became an active member of Whatcoat United Methodist Church. Throughout her early years and having been born during the Depression Era, she learned the value of hard work and saving for the future. Constantly striving to be the best role model for her daughters, she earned a position as an Executive Secretary for International Playtex/Rapid American Corporation and the Dover Air Force Base Aerial Port.
Following retirement, she became a devoted volunteer, giving back to others by participating with the RSVP Advisory Council, Dover Modern Maturity Center, Kent and Sussex Delaware Hospice, Milford Senior Center Library, Prime Hook Refuge, Beebe Medical Center, the Encore Thrift Store and by serving as a docent at the Governor's Mansion. She was very proud of her accomplishments including receiving the President's Volunteer Service Award from President George W. Bush at the White House.
She was also a long term member of the Eastern Star and in more recent years was affiliated with the Unity Chapter # 16 OES, Lewes, DE. As a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes, DE since 2006, she thoroughly enjoyed her church family and the many good times shared in the Elizabeth Circle.
In her spare time she enjoyed ceramics, adult coloring, working in her garden and venturing out and about as a "Social Butterfly."
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, George "Ben" Sherman (2014) and her brother, H. James Haas (2014).
She is survived by daughters, Judi Heritage (Charlie) of Camden, DE, Alison Parsell (Keith) of Lewes, DE, Linda Moore of Wilmington, DE; grandchildren, Steve Jones (Liz), Todd Heritage (Sarah), Amy Heritage, Amanda Boyer, Christina Lopez (Alex), Johnathan Parsell (Dani), Andrew Parsell, Brett Henry (Wendy), Joelle Patterson (Ken) and 13 great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE where a viewing will be held one hour prior to services. A viewing will also be held at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM with Eastern Star Services Star Services beginning at 7:30 PM.
Graveside services will be held at Gracelawn Memorial Park, N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3 PM.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to theBethel United Methodist Church Bldg. Fund, 129 W. 4th Street, Lewes, DE.
Funeral Home
Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium
16961 Kings Highway Lewes, DE 19958
Published in The News Journal on Mar. 27, 2017
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman
AGE: 88 • Lewes
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman, age 88, of Lewes, DE since 2006, formerly of Camden, DE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Beebe Healthcare. Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Harry Haas and Florence Lillian Spoerl, she shared her birthday of Nov. 18, 1928 with Mickey Mouse.
Gini was a graduate of Wilmington High School, Class of 1946, and then moved to the Dover/Camden area. It was at this time she became an active member of Whatcoat United Methodist Church. Throughout her early years and having been born during the Depression Era, she learned the value of hard work and saving for the future. Constantly striving to be the best role model for her daughters, she earned a position as an Executive Secretary for International Playtex/Rapid American Corporation and the Dover Air Force Base Aerial Port.
Following retirement, she became a devoted volunteer, giving back to others by participating with the RSVP Advisory Council, Dover Modern Maturity Center, Kent and Sussex Delaware Hospice, Milford Senior Center Library, Prime Hook Refuge, Beebe Medical Center, the Encore Thrift Store and by serving as a docent at the Governor's Mansion. She was very proud of her accomplishments including receiving the President's Volunteer Service Award from President George W. Bush at the White House.
She was also a long term member of the Eastern Star and in more recent years was affiliated with the Unity Chapter # 16 OES, Lewes, DE. As a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes, DE since 2006, she thoroughly enjoyed her church family and the many good times shared in the Elizabeth Circle.
In her spare time she enjoyed ceramics, adult coloring, working in her garden and venturing out and about as a "Social Butterfly."
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, George "Ben" Sherman (2014) and her brother, H. James Haas (2014).
She is survived by daughters, Judi Heritage (Charlie) of Camden, DE, Alison Parsell (Keith) of Lewes, DE, Linda Moore of Wilmington, DE; grandchildren, Steve Jones (Liz), Todd Heritage (Sarah), Amy Heritage, Amanda Boyer, Christina Lopez (Alex), Johnathan Parsell (Dani), Andrew Parsell, Brett Henry (Wendy), Joelle Patterson (Ken) and 13 great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE where a viewing will be held one hour prior to services. A viewing will also be held at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM with Eastern Star Services Star Services beginning at 7:30 PM.
Graveside services will be held at Gracelawn Memorial Park, N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3 PM.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to theBethel United Methodist Church Bldg. Fund, 129 W. 4th Street, Lewes, DE.
Funeral Home
Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium
16961 Kings Highway Lewes, DE 19958
Published in The News Journal on Mar. 27, 2017
Virginia Haas Clarke "Gini" Sherman(1928 - 2017)
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman
AGE: 88 • Lewes
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman, age 88, of Lewes, DE since 2006, formerly of Camden, DE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Beebe Healthcare. Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Harry Haas and Florence Lillian Spoerl, she shared her birthday of Nov. 18, 1928 with Mickey Mouse.
Gini was a graduate of Wilmington High School, Class of 1946, and then moved to the Dover/Camden area. It was at this time she became an active member of Whatcoat United Methodist Church. Throughout her early years and having been born during the Depression Era, she learned the value of hard work and saving for the future. Constantly striving to be the best role model for her daughters, she earned a position as an Executive Secretary for International Playtex/Rapid American Corporation and the Dover Air Force Base Aerial Port.
Following retirement, she became a devoted volunteer, giving back to others by participating with the RSVP Advisory Council, Dover Modern Maturity Center, Kent and Sussex Delaware Hospice, Milford Senior Center Library, Prime Hook Refuge, Beebe Medical Center, the Encore Thrift Store and by serving as a docent at the Governor's Mansion. She was very proud of her accomplishments including receiving the President's Volunteer Service Award from President George W. Bush at the White House.
She was also a long term member of the Eastern Star and in more recent years was affiliated with the Unity Chapter # 16 OES, Lewes, DE. As a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes, DE since 2006, she thoroughly enjoyed her church family and the many good times shared in the Elizabeth Circle.
In her spare time she enjoyed ceramics, adult coloring, working in her garden and venturing out and about as a "Social Butterfly."
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, George "Ben" Sherman (2014) and her brother, H. James Haas (2014).
She is survived by daughters, Judi Heritage (Charlie) of Camden, DE, Alison Parsell (Keith) of Lewes, DE, Linda Moore of Wilmington, DE; grandchildren, Steve Jones (Liz), Todd Heritage (Sarah), Amy Heritage, Amanda Boyer, Christina Lopez (Alex), Johnathan Parsell (Dani), Andrew Parsell, Brett Henry (Wendy), Joelle Patterson (Ken) and 13 great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE where a viewing will be held one hour prior to services. A viewing will also be held at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM with Eastern Star Services Star Services beginning at 7:30 PM.
Graveside services will be held at Gracelawn Memorial Park, N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3 PM.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to theBethel United Methodist Church Bldg. Fund, 129 W. 4th Street, Lewes, DE.
Funeral Home
Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium
16961 Kings Highway Lewes, DE 19958
Published in The News Journal on Mar. 27, 2017
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman
AGE: 88 • Lewes
Virginia "Gini" Haas Clarke Sherman, age 88, of Lewes, DE since 2006, formerly of Camden, DE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at Beebe Healthcare. Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Harry Haas and Florence Lillian Spoerl, she shared her birthday of Nov. 18, 1928 with Mickey Mouse.
Gini was a graduate of Wilmington High School, Class of 1946, and then moved to the Dover/Camden area. It was at this time she became an active member of Whatcoat United Methodist Church. Throughout her early years and having been born during the Depression Era, she learned the value of hard work and saving for the future. Constantly striving to be the best role model for her daughters, she earned a position as an Executive Secretary for International Playtex/Rapid American Corporation and the Dover Air Force Base Aerial Port.
Following retirement, she became a devoted volunteer, giving back to others by participating with the RSVP Advisory Council, Dover Modern Maturity Center, Kent and Sussex Delaware Hospice, Milford Senior Center Library, Prime Hook Refuge, Beebe Medical Center, the Encore Thrift Store and by serving as a docent at the Governor's Mansion. She was very proud of her accomplishments including receiving the President's Volunteer Service Award from President George W. Bush at the White House.
She was also a long term member of the Eastern Star and in more recent years was affiliated with the Unity Chapter # 16 OES, Lewes, DE. As a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes, DE since 2006, she thoroughly enjoyed her church family and the many good times shared in the Elizabeth Circle.
In her spare time she enjoyed ceramics, adult coloring, working in her garden and venturing out and about as a "Social Butterfly."
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, George "Ben" Sherman (2014) and her brother, H. James Haas (2014).
She is survived by daughters, Judi Heritage (Charlie) of Camden, DE, Alison Parsell (Keith) of Lewes, DE, Linda Moore of Wilmington, DE; grandchildren, Steve Jones (Liz), Todd Heritage (Sarah), Amy Heritage, Amanda Boyer, Christina Lopez (Alex), Johnathan Parsell (Dani), Andrew Parsell, Brett Henry (Wendy), Joelle Patterson (Ken) and 13 great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 11:00 AM at the Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE where a viewing will be held one hour prior to services. A viewing will also be held at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM with Eastern Star Services Star Services beginning at 7:30 PM.
Graveside services will be held at Gracelawn Memorial Park, N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3 PM.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to theBethel United Methodist Church Bldg. Fund, 129 W. 4th Street, Lewes, DE.
Funeral Home
Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium
16961 Kings Highway Lewes, DE 19958
Published in The News Journal on Mar. 27, 2017
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