Sherri Friend Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Sherri Friend of Decatur, Illinois, who passed away on March 31, 2026 at the age of 59. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sherri Friend to pay them a last tribute.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Sherri's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Richard Meyer and Louella Meyer (Adams); her son Austin Friend (Chassie) of Mt. Zion; her brother Gerald R. Meyer of Gratz, PA; and her grandchildren, Maxwell Friend, Warner Stahulak and Ewan Shaw.

Memorials may be made to the Central Illinois Cancer Care Specialists Charitable Fund.