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Ralph Sherman, 91

01/31/2023

Ralph passed away at his Florida home at 4831 Beacon Hill Dr, New Port Richey, Fla. 34652, after a long battle with Alzheimer disease.

He was born in Boston on Feb 3, 1931, son of Edwin and Laura Armstrong Sherman. He moved to Savoy at the age of 10 and was raised by Florence Peabody.

Joined the Navy at 17 and spent the next five years aboard the USS Worcester serving in the Korean War. He worked most of his life for Petricia Construction. After retiring he went to work at Crane and Co. for ten years. Finally taking a full retirement.

He served as a selectman in Savoy for 25 years. He was a builder by trade, building his home and the firehouse with a friend. He served as captain in the Savoy Volunteer Fire Department. He also served as President and treasurer of the USS Worcester reunion committee for years.

He served as Master of the Berkshire Lodge of Masons for many years. He received the Massachusetts Council of Deliberation Meritorious Service award and received his 33 degree in the Masons. He also was a member of O.E.S. of Franklin Chapter #92, serving as patron many times.

He married Carole (Frank) Sherman on July 22, 1960, they were married for 62 years. He leaves six daughters, Debra Mattimore (Fran), Donna Maynard (Robert), Susan Bleil (Ken), Denise McCarron (Andrew), Holly Crittelli (Dale), Colleen Gibeau (Dane), as well as 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

He is predeceased by six sisters and 3 brothers, his youngest brother, Richard Kenneth Sherman lives in Northampton.

A remembrance service will be held in the spring. Donations in his memory can be made to Savoy Fire Department or Gulfside Hospice of New Port Richey.

Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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Carol and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Thoughs and Prayers are with you.
from: Rosetta Sherman	on: 03-19-2023

I was very sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I have memories of Ralph and my dad (Jack Pavia) working on construction projects. He always had a kind way about him and a genuine smile. May the memories you have see you through this very sad and difficult time. Much love.
from: Amy Pavia-Zawacki	on: 03-18-2023

My condolences to Ralph's family upon his passing. I worked with him at Crane where he worked hard, always willing to share his knowledge and expertise with his co-workers. A good person in every way.
from: Edward Goddard	on: 03-18-2023

worked at cranes with ralph. a very nice man.
from: peter miner	on: 03-17-2023

Carole and all the Sherman family, I am so sorry for your loss. Ralph was such a great person. Always willing to help everyone and full of happiness. He will be missed by all that knew him . from Beverly Maynard and family
from:	on: 03-17-2023

I am very sorry for your loss. Jennie Pierce
from: Jennie Pierce	on: 03-17-2023

Sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a nice guy with a great sense of humor. I recall him helping Jack Pavia at Spruce Grove in the 70's Paraffin days. Rest in peace Ralph
from: Robert Balawender	on: 03-17-2023

My deepest condolences to the entire Sherman Family!
from: Barbara Belisle	on: 03-17-2023

So sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. I was just thinking of him the other day and how he would accompany my Dad on the trip to pick up my brother, Bobby from the service when he came home on leave.
from: Donna Waryjasz Witherell	on: 03-16-2023

Good bye, my friend... Bub Bishop
from: Herman Bishop	on: 03-16-2023

With sincere sympathy from the Dydowicz family.
from: Nancy Ritter	on: 03-16-2023

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