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Sheryl Truesdell Obituary

Sheryl Ann Truesdell Wadmalaw Island - Sheryl Ann Truesdell, 61, wife of Scott Arthur Truesdell and retired Ministry Director for SonShine Oaks Retreat, of Wadmalaw Island, SC, and Maranatha Christian Center, of Arvada, CO, departed this world and entered the throne room of her Heavenly Father Monday, March 02, 2020. Sheryl was born on January 9, 1959 in South Gate, CA, a daughter of Yvonne S. Chateau and the late Rev. Donald C. Miller. Sheryl is survived by her mother, Yvonne Suzanne Miller; her sister and brother-in-law, Deborah Lynn Grillo and Michael Grillo; her husband, Scott Arthur Truesdell; two daughters, Tirzah Suzanne Washington and her husband Kelvin Washington, and JessiKay Lee Witkop and her husband Joshua Witkop; five grandchildren, Azure Chalee Sandt, Javan Scott Sandt, Morgan Renee Witkop, Evelyn Joy Witkop, and Silas Harm Witkop; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Her beautiful spirit has been an inspiration to everyone that has known her. Sheryl's lifetime of faithfulness to her Savior has filled her with abundant care, compassion, sweet smiles, glorious laughs, a deep sensitivity to those in need, an enduring love for her family and friends, a glowing love of sunshine, and an amazing ability to cook such wonderful food! We will all miss her so much! The relatives and friends of Scott and Sheryl Truesdell are invited to attend her Celebration of Life at 3:30PM Sunday, March 8, 2020 at SonShine Oaks Retreat, 2426 Brigger Hill Road, Wadmalaw Island. Friends are invited to begin arriving at 2:00 PM for food and fellowship before the service. Online Condolences may be offered at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Sheryl's honor for a very special ministry, Beautiful Gate Center, founded by our dear friends, Dave and Angela Muirhead. Beautiful Gate Center exists for the purpose of serving individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders in an environment that weaves learning objectives and multi-disciplinary therapy together throughout all day treatment programs. Bring check or cash to our gathering to be passed along to them, or visit their website to donate online (www.beautifulgatecenter.org). We will treasure your presence at our special gathering! With love and gratitude, Scott, Yvonne, and family. Psalms 116:15..."Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2020.

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Tom Marshall

March 16, 2020

When I saw the FB post the other day of the news, I immediately sat down and felt a pain in my chest but equally a sense of freedom for Sheryl. She was a friend of mine that I never met. Let me explain. Sheryl contacted the former company I worked for and they placed an order for our product. Hand made coffee cups with the Sonshine logo on them. Throughout any conversation I had with Cheryl on subsequent orders or ideas for fundraisers for the chapel being built, I felt a connection. She was a wonderful person and I am sure she is at peace RT now. She has written a chapter in the book of my life and someday I will meet her face to face because I am going to the place she is at. Where the streets are lined with gold and there are no clocks or deadlines being posted anyway. Rest in peace, Sherly. Tom in Wisconsin

Dan Verver

March 12, 2020

Scott, found out about Sherri passing just the other day. Both a shock and a surprise.
Condolences my friend. Take care.

Paige Bickar

March 11, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. It was an honor and joy to have Sheryl and Yvonne at Our Spa. Sheryl was a blessing and a beautiful soul who is now in the presence of the Lord.

March 11, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. What a blessing and honor to have Sheryl and Yvonne at Our Spa. What a beautiful soul now in the presence of the Lord.

Laura Trujillo (Strong)

March 8, 2020

I praise God for what a wonderful person Mrs Truesdell was. Growing up I remember all the times our families spent together. I pray for the family that you are at peace knowing she is in heaven dancing with the angels and praising God. You will be in my thoughts and prayers

Angela Muirhead

March 8, 2020

Dear Scott, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I rejoice that Sheryl has found eternal peace with the Lord and is free from pain. She was a special lady with wonderful talents and beautiful gifts to share with many of us in this world. She touched my life, and my familys lives, in some amazing and wonderful ways that I will never forget. Sheryl will be forever thought of and loved in my heart. My prayers are with you today and always. With love and gratitude, Angela Muirhead

leroy robinson

March 6, 2020

Scott, please accept our condolences at this time. We are sympathetic for you and your family. Your friend LeRoy Robinson.

Rod and Wanda Martin

March 5, 2020

Sheryl was beautiful inside and out!! Her smile and beautiful personality would light up the room!! She and her family have been our wonderful, forever friends for over 40 years. We cherish every memory we have with them. We are thankful she's out of pain and with our Lord and Savior. The sorrow of losing a loved one is so heart wrenching. Our love and prayers go out to all of you.

Rosemary Brown

March 4, 2020

You were a ray of Sunshine in my life. I know you are walking with the Lord and feeling no pain anymore. You will be dearly missed here on earth by all who knew you. Praying for you loved ones for peace at this time in their lives.

Bruce & Jane Shoaf

March 4, 2020

Our hearts sorrow with you in your loss. Our spirits rejoice with you, knowing she is with the Savior waiting to meet you again. Sheryl's life radiated Christ's love, and she was a blessing to everyone
she met. Our prayers go out to all of you.

Bill & Debbie Fennell

March 4, 2020

We were so sorry to hear about Sheryls passing. We are happy to know she's with our Savior, Jesus. She was a light in this dark world and will be missed. We send prayers to all of her family. Love, Bill & Debbie Fennell New Beginnings Community Church on James Island

Linda Tedford

March 3, 2020

A beautiful woman, inside and out! Cant imagine your sorrow, but know the sorrow of losing a loved one! Prayers for you and all who knew and loved her! ❤ Praying for you in the days ahead!! God is with you through this...even though you may not feel it!

Pat Gallinger

March 3, 2020

I admired Shari for her strength of character and her faith. So glad that I was able to see Shari at last year.

Sheryl and Scott at a wedding in 2016.

Michael, ChristiAnn and Michelle Baehr

March 3, 2020

Sheryl, what a beautiful lady you were and what an even more beautiful soul you have! One of my favorite pictures of you is from our wedding. Great memories were had during our time with you and your family in Charleston.

You are greatly missed and we missed out on seeing you by a couple of weeks. We love you and cannot wait to see you in Heaven!

Cynthia Williams

March 3, 2020

Praise God for your new pain free life. It was an honor to know you. Love Cynthia.

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