Alfred H. Sherrard

Ferges-Alfred H. Sherrard, 84, died 10:20 A.M., Saturday, May 17, 2003 at Herrin Hospital. Mr. Sherrard was born November 14, 1918 in Williamson County, Illinois to John & Stella (Daughtery) Sherrard. He married Irene Donhue on June 5, 1948 in Johnston City. Irene survives. Mr. Sherrard was retired from Parsons Oldsmobile in Herrin where he worked many years as a mechanic. He was a Protestant and was a veteran of the United States Air Force during WW II. Survivors Include: Wife: Irene Sherrard of Ferges Son & Daughter-In-Law: Jim & Kathy Sherrard of St. Peters, MO. Son & Daughter-In-Law: Bruce & Tammy Sherrard of Herrin, IL. Daughter & Son-In-Law: Cathy & George Bymaster of Altamont, IL. Ten Grandchildren: Brandi Mulvihill & William of Johnston City Amanda & John Wittke of St. Peters, MO. Rhonda Sherrard of St. Peters, MO Clayton Sherrard of St. Peters, MO. Kristy & Kevin Tappendorf of Altamont, IL. Kelly & Travis Stone of Altamont, IL. Kayla Bymaster of Altamont, IL. Brady Sherrard of Herrin, IL. Joseph Heibel- St. Louis, MO Melanie Mink of St. Peters, MO. Matthew Mink of St. Peters, MO Four Great Grandchildren: Alexus Sherrard, Wyatt & Shelbi Stone and William Riley Mulvihill, & Adam Wittke Brother: John Sherrard of Johnston City Sister: Rosie Briscoe of Johnston City Brother in law- Ray Turner- Johnston City Sister in law- Dorothy Sherrard- Ferges Several nieces & nephews survive Preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister Funeral Services will be 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home with Rev. Don Colson & Rev. Ron Henwood officiating. Burial will follow with Military Graveside Rites conducted by the Herrin American Legion & VFW posts at Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home. For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.