Sherman Staley Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Sherman Staley Jr. (Brownsville, Pennsylvania), who passed away on November 1, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Sherman leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Sherman may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sherman Powell Staley, Sr. and Helen Staley (Pallotto); his nephew James D. Bloom; his great-niece Lisa Tichnor; and his great-nephew Anthony Krcelich.
He is survived by: his pet Blacky; and his sisters, Alice Smith of Brownsville and Nancy Yekel of Uniontown, PA..
Visitation was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Skirpan Funeral Home (135 Park St, Brownsville, PA 15417). A funeral service was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Sherman's name to your local animal shelter in honor of his lifelonglove for animals and his faithful companion, Blacky.
