Sheryl "Sherry" Anderson

Sheryl Christina Anderson, known by all as "Sherry", passed away peacefully in the comfort of her family's country home in Corvallis, Oregon on November 23, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on June 7, 1948, Sherry was born and raised in Corvallis, where she grew up learning and flourishing from her heritage in the country just outside of the city. Sherry was the eldest of 3 children, and the sassy sister of Alvah Scott Davis and Garth Todd Davis. She was born as the only daughter of Pauline ("Peg") and Marion Alvah ("Al") Davis. She graduated from Corvallis High School in 1966 and went on to earn a Nursing Degree from Chemeketa Community College in 1972. Her commitment to nursing led her to a lifelong career as an LPN, where she practiced at a Hospital, ENT, Family Practice, and Children's Clinic nurse for 41 years. Sherry then came back out of retirement to assist as a House Mother at The Janis Assisted Living House in Corvallis as a way to continue her innate nature to nurture. Sherry married Bruce Armstrong in Corvallis in 1967. Shortly after, they moved to Salem, Oregon, and began a family of 4 children: Tori Jacobo, Corey Armstrong, Carrie Armstrong, and Courtney Armstrong-Caouette. Sherry was an exceptional mother and always supported her children in their endeavors and instilled in them the values of kindness, a good work ethic, honesty, creativity, perseverance, strength, and love. Devoted to her faith and her family, she greeted each day with humility, humor, and grace. She will be remembered by those who knew her as someone who saw their spark, their light, and who looked past flaws making them believe they just might be as wonderful as she saw them. With a joyful laugh and smile, she hosted countless gatherings of family and friends, as she built community and took care of others. In the Summer of 1996, Sherry remarried what would become her life love and partner, Wayne Anderson. Together they moved back to Corvallis, Oregon, and built a house on the back section of her family's land to be close to her mother Peg. Sherry and Wayne spent 28 years together and had many adventures from Mexico to The Caribbean, yet their most frequented and cherished trips were simply to the Oregon coast. At any given hour or day you could find them walking their favorite beaches collecting seashells or savoring the best chowder houses. She was a dedicated and doting wife who was always up for an adventure. Sherry was also a proud and wonderful grandmother to 13 grandchildren: Tyler Armstrong, Madoline Armstrong, Kurtis Caouette, Marcos Jacobo, Lucille Armstrong, Kaiden Caouette, Penelope Armstrong, Beatriz Lee, Peter Armstrong, Tyler Anderson, Andrew Anderson, Kyle Anderson, and Brooklynne Cook. She was the kind of grandmother who loved unconditionally and was not afraid to grow alongside her grandchildren while bringing wisdom, humor, and joy into every interaction. She spent countless days with them sharing her love of the beach, crafting, fruit picking, thrift shopping, adventuring, and creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Sherry was a devout Christian. She looked to Jesus for counsel and comfort and lived each day in gratitude for his sacrifice while working toward the ideals of his teachings. She took joy in her faith through her bible study groups, working in food shelter kitchens, volunteering in the church nurseries, and above all, cherished her sanctuary decor and weekly floral arrangements, of which she went “all out”. Sherry will forever be remembered as a daughter, sister, mother, wife, and friend who would always bail you out, be there to talk, laugh freely, offer gardening tips, pray for you, always put others first before herself, and open her home and arms to embrace all. Those who survive her will forever know her love and support are with them. H1 Corinthians 16:14 “Do everything in love.” A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm Saturday January 11, 2024 at Eastside Christian Church in Albany, Oregon. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to Love Inc. of Linn County.

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Sheryl "Sherry" Anderson

June 7, 1948 - November 23, 2024