of Wooster, AR
November 25, 1948 - August 29, 2024
Sherrial ''Sherry'' Ann Collier, 75, passed away on August 29, 2024 at her home. Sherry's ''Long and Winding Road'' began on November 25, 1948 in DeWitt, Arkansas to the late Alva Virgle ''Bud'' Collier and Anna L. Cross Collier. Sherry grew up in Forest Park, Illinois, but relocated to Greenbrier, Arkansas in 1973, where she lived most of her adult life.
Sherry was one of the original team members at CCX (now Acxiom) in Conway, AR. She retired from Acxiom after over 40 years of service. She made a lasting impression on her coworkers and they on her, many of whom became close friends.
Sherry was an avid music lover, but The Beatles were forever her favorite band. Her love for music was the start of many friendships. She enjoyed attending concerts, listening to music of all genres and introducing others to the music she loved. Multiple coworkers have shared stories about connecting with her over a ''Let It Be'' poster hanging in her office.
Sherry also loved to travel, whether it was a cross-country trip with her friends, family vacations, Ireland, or back to Chicago. Sherry was a born and raised fan of the Chicago Cubs and rarely missed a game. She loved seeing new places, beautiful landscapes, or visiting family and friends. Sherry also loved to share about her travels. She had a multitude of experiences and her favorite way to bond with others was to exchange stories together.
Sherry's friends and family were her life. She will be remembered for her love, kindness, acceptance of everyone around her and her ability to meet people where they were. If you knew Sherry, you probably knew her hugs. They were full of love and will be missed as much as her. There could never be enough people to absorb all the love she had to give. Her intense love extended to all animals, from the hummingbirds in her yard to the bears in Yellowstone. She spoiled all her pets beyond measure and never turned down the opportunity to love another. She could not ''Imagine'' a home without her pets snuggled up with her.
Sherry is survived by her brothers, Alva Collier, Jr. (Brenda) and Virgil Collier; her sister-in-love, Faith Lyke (Doug); her nieces, Barbara McCrory (Patrick) and Jamie Webster (Craig); her great-niece, Chloe McCrory; her great-nephew, Griffin McCrory and her fur-baby, Wrigley. In addition to her immediate family, Sherry leaves behind many extended family members and friends who she loved like family.
At Sherry's request, there will be no funeral service. Instead, she asked that friends and loved ones donate in her memory to a charity of your choice. Her family will ''Come Together'' with friends from ''Across the Universe'' to celebrate her life at a later date.
''In the end the love you take is equal to the love you make.''
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15 Condolence(s)
Sara Nestor
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
I met Sherry my first day at CCX (Acxiom). She truly was one of the original employees there and was loved and respected by everyone. She taught me a lot during my many, many years at Acxiom until she retired. We loved having potlucks at work because during those events everyone got to just be friends and share. Her dishes (& Linda Kirtley's) were always the hit of the meal! She was my friend, my support when I went through some really tough times, and an awesome team member. She was the best! She loved her nieces and Chloe & Griffin so much. They were her immediate circle of Love. Not a day went by that she didn't talk about them and what was going on.
Sending my love and prayers for comfort for all the family. She will be missed!!
Eric Glover
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Sherry was light in a dark world. Her grace and kindness will live in me for the rest of my days. You are loved, sweetheart.
Starlia Aubrey
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
I worked with Sherry for many years at CCX/Acxiom but lost touch after her retirement. My condolences to her family. She was an amazing lady.
Ang & Andy Brewin
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
My dearest friend Sherry
I’m So glad you were part of my life
I will miss your loving friendship & catch ups from across the pond,
God bless you sweet lady,
Love & prayers sent to all the family xx
Lois Cummings Stern
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
No more night, no more pain,
no more tears, Never crying again.
I am blessed to have had you in my life dear friend.
Love, Cuz (Trish’s cousin)
Carolyn "shotzie"
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
I wll miss you
Shirley Kimbrell
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Oh Virgil I am so sorry to hear about Sherry. What a shock. I saw her at Kroger several months ago and we had a nice visit. You and Johnny were always so close and he loved you likea brother and all your family was dear to him. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.. love you, Doyle & Shirley Kimbrell
greg turney
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Great neighbor and friend will be missed
RoxeAnn Rohrer
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sherry was one of the kindest people I ever met. We worked together at Acxiom for 19 years. I will miss her laugh the most. Prayers for comfort and peace for the family during this difficult time.
Donna Doerr
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sherry became a lifelong friend when we met in 1972. We traveled in our early days, New Orleans, the whole west coast, Western Canada among other places. She stood up to my wedding in 1979 and never missed a holiday, birthday or special occasion greeting. We always shared what was happening in our lives during our weekly Sunday morning talk-a-thons. We visited each other over the years and will always remember her bringing her cast iron skillet up to Oak Park to make her famous biscuits and gravy. What a kind, generous, sweetheart of a person..... I will miss you terribly, girrrrrllllll.
Marianne (Marti) Cates
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sherry and I were teenagers together, hitting all the music scenes in and around Chicago, along with Patty O’Reily, Mary Bruce (Ferguson), Billy McCall, and a mess of others. Our lives took different paths after I got married, but my memories of our wonderful times together have always been cherished. We reconnected a few years back and kept in touch every so often. She will be missed by all who knew her. A lovely sincere passionate, and loving person. The world is a lot less bright without her smile! Condolences to Sherry’s family and friends. I am sure the gang is going to concerts, singing, and getting reacquainted. Farewell for now Sherry, see you again Someday!
Nick D Bowen
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Much sympathy to Sherry's family and friends. She sure adored and loved her family. We were able to connect this past March during her visit to the Chicago area for our mutual friend's, Donna Doerr, annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner, followed by the "mandatory" pizza dinner at Gino's East. Truly a loyal friend, always remembering birthdays and holidays. She frequently referred to me as "dear." So, Sherry, "dear," rest well.
Deborah Borregard
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sherry and i met playing the same game on IPAD. We discovered we had alot in common and in viewpoints. Our friendship developed over 11 years of daily email letters. We shared happy and sad news, offering support and virtual hugs, and hoped to actually meet one day. I miss her on a daily basis and send hugs to her family, as I feel I know you all! Kisses to Wrigly too, please! My deepest sympathy and prayers to all. Debbie Borregard
Christie McCrory
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Will miss you, my sister-in-love, but will keep all our shared memories close in my heart. We will meet again in those Strawberry Fields forever.
Jennifer Potter
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
My condolences to Sherry's family, she will be remembered always.