Debra L. Sherk

Debra L. Sherk, 70, of 23 Chamberlain Hollow, Bradford, passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Bradford Ecumenical Home.

Born May 20, 1953, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late William B. and Eva Lucille (Selner) Burkett. She attended Limestone Union Free School.

On April 11, 1970, at the East End Presbyterian Church, she married Gordon A. Sherk who survives.

Debbie formerly worked at Floyd C. Fretz in the cafeteria.

She took pride in her home and loved to decorate for the holidays, and gardening. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, cooking, entertaining family and friends, and listening to country music and dancing.

Surviving is her husband Gordon, of 53 years, two daughters, Marsha (Mike) Munday, of Avella, Christie Schoelles, of Lockport NY, one son, David (Christy) Sherk, of Zelienople, seven grandchildren, Robert (Molina) Munday, Joshua (Abbey) Munday, Shannon Askew, Brandon Sherk, Calia Sherk, Kiara Sherk, and Alexis Schoelles, two great-grandchildren, Hunter Munday, and Hadley Munday, and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and one sister Barbara Stauch.

Private services for the family will be held in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. with Steve Sherk officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the SPCA, or to the American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

What a beautiful person…I met her at the McKean County SPCA. She is now…Home??
— Linda L. Platko

Gordon and family I am sorry for your loss. Deb was an amazing, beautiful,kind hearted person , her laughter was infectious. she brightened everyone with her beautiful smile and wonderful stories. I will cherish the memories I have of her always. You all are my friends and family forever. I will keep you all in prayer as you go through this difficult time.
— Tanya Thomas

Marsha, Christie, and Family, I am so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers and love are with all of you during this very difficult time.
— Linda

Gordon and family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories and strength in each other.
— Ken and Peg Miller

Gordon, Marsha, Christie, David and family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Deb and I go way back shared alot of stories worked together at Zippo and those memories I will always cherish. Also the friendship we had she was a true friend and I will miss her dearly. God has gained another angel and may he give you all the strength and comfort in the days that follow. As someone told me you will learn to cry on the inside and laugh on the outside but believe me it''s very hard to do. Rest in peace my friend. I love you !!
— Karen Getz

Deb and I became friends many years ago. We both worked at the Crosby Mini Mart on south Kendall Avenue. She always has a smile on her face! What a great mom! As years past, we did not have too much contact, but Deb was the kind of person who, no matter how much time passed, you could puck up right where you left off. My extreme condolences are sent your way. Deb loved you all so much!!! Prayers are sent. Deb was an amazing person and will live on in all of you.
— Laura Patrick Graham

Gordon and family, thinking of you all at this time. So sorry to hear the news. Wish you all peace and comfort and we will keep you in our prayers.
— Gary and Josh Nash

Well Deb, for once, I am a loss for words. I am saddened by this news. I had always enjoyed our conversations in the wal-mart check outs. I knew we would get along, after I spent time working with your daughters. They are as much a riot as you. So sorry for the loss your family is feeling.
— Deb Scott

Gord, I’m so sorry to read of Debra’s passing. I hope she has now found peace.
— Yvonne Cattoni

I remember growing up with Debbie. She was such a a beautiful person. May God grant her peace.
— Larry Barrile

Gordon and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss sending our heartfelt thoughts, love and hugs to each of you!
— Gord England and family.

Gordon & Family-so very sorry to see this. Sending my condolences to you. Valerie ''Sis'' Osborne Meacham
— Valerie Meacham

So very sorry to hear may your memories soften the pain and may Debra rest in peace
— Lawrence &Marianne lucco

May you rest in peace Debbie! Condolences to the rest of the family!
— Mary Burkett Donovan

Condolences

  • What a beautiful person…I met her at the McKean County SPCA. She is now…Home??

    — Linda L. Platko
  • Gordon and family I am sorry for your loss. Deb was an amazing, beautiful,kind hearted person , her laughter was infectious. she brightened everyone with her beautiful smile and wonderful stories. I will cherish the memories I have of her always. You all are my friends and family forever. I will keep you all in prayer as you go through this difficult time.

    — Tanya Thomas
  • Marsha, Christie, and Family, I am so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers and love are with all of you during this very difficult time.

    — Linda
  • Gordon and family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories and strength in each other.

    — Ken and Peg Miller
  • Gordon, Marsha, Christie, David and family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Deb and I go way back shared alot of stories worked together at Zippo and those memories I will always cherish. Also the friendship we had she was a true friend and I will miss her dearly. God has gained another angel and may he give you all the strength and comfort in the days that follow. As someone told me you will learn to cry on the inside and laugh on the outside but believe me it''s very hard to do. Rest in peace my friend. I love you !!

    — Karen Getz