Sherry Ann Foster's Obituary
Sherry Ann Foster
Sunrise: May 6, 1946. Sunset: January 26th, 2023
Sherry Ann Foster was called home to heaven while surrounded by her loving family after a sudden illness. She was born on a spring day, May 6th, 1946 in Cleveland, Mississippi, to her mother Anna Geraldine Sibley, and her father, John Henry Sibley. She was the youngest of three siblings. In 1955 the family moved to Tacoma, Washington, where Sherry attended school in the Bethel and Franklin Pierce school districts. Sherry was preceded in death by her mother and father. Survivors include her loving husband of 31 years and best friend, Thomas J. Foster, her brother John Sibley, sister Valinda Allen, and a beautiful blended family of 9 adult children— including 5 of her own and 4 through her marriage with Tom. She has many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and relatives that love and miss her.
Sherry had a few career paths she took on while raising her five children as a strong and resilient single mother. She was a member of the Laborer’s Union, Local 252, and worked at Todd and Vigor Shipyards in Seattle until she found her true calling; BARTENDING! Sherry had the joyous experience of serving others as a bartender on the tide flats of Tacoma for many years. She was the best storyteller and was kind to all. She took pride in sharing her loving and infectious personality with others, making lasting friendships during her lifetime.
Sherry Ann was a glowing light in any room she entered. Her radiant smile, contagious laugh, and can-do personality could lift anyone up during troubled times. Sherry was known for extending a helpful hand to anyone in need and never judging. Consistently serving others out of the love and kindness in her heart, she was indeed an inspiration and a prime example we can all follow.
Sherry Ann was the ultimate wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend.
A memorial service to honor her life will be held at Mountain View Funeral home in the Aspen Chapel on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023, at 2:00 PM, with a reception directly following in the Willow Room.
All who knew and loved our beautiful mom are welcome and encouraged to attend this celebration of life for Sherry Ann Foster.
In addition, please follow the below link to shared photos of Sherry Ann.
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