Michael M. Sherman
Friday 26th of July 1957 - Saturday 5th of March 2022
Services
Visitation
Mass
Michael
M. Sherman, 64, passed away in Lexington on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Mike was
born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Arthur George and Edna May (Rheel)
Sherman on July 26, 1957.
Mike
began his education at Columbia University and eventually earned his degree in
I.T. He was an I.T. consultant working in various capacities in New York, Ohio,
and eventually Kentucky. Mike treasured his wife, son, his extended family, his
faith and the outdoors. He inspired his family with his eclectic stores and
gifts and also widened their horizons and opened their minds to learn.
Mike
is survived by his loving wife, Melissa; son, Michael “MG” Sherman; siblings,
Mary (Joseph) Fontana, Joan Raftery, and Arthur (Alice) Sherman, as well as
several nieces and nephews. Mike’s sister, Cecelia Sherman and an infant brother,
preceded him in death.
Milward
Funeral Directors are entrusted with Mike’s service arrangements. Visitation
will be Saturday, March 12th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at
Cathedral of Christ the King located at 299 Colony Blvd., Lexington, followed
by mass at 11:30 am.
To
share a remembrance of Mike or to offer condolences to his family, please visit
milwardfuneral.com.
Guest Book
Melissa, Cory & Kaylee
saysUncle Cocal he was one of a kind he was funny, smart, and just an absolute great man! He truly was a great person and didn't have a mean bone in his body. Everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him was lucky. You have left me with so many memories I can talk about them forever. Wish we were sitting by the campfire roasting marshmallows just one more time. You created a beautiful family and we love Melissa and Michael! Rest in the sweetest peace cocal I will always love you and never forget you ❤️
Michael and Lorriann Zappola & Family
saysAunt Mel and MG, we are so sorry for your loss, Uncle Cocal was truly a unique, loving, kind, and inspiring human… he is the family icon who we will all miss beyond words. His memory will live on forever, and we will share all that we learned from him with our kids. I can’t imagine how your feeling, but know that we are here for you alway.
Miriam Busuttil
saysDear Melissa and Michael George; You have suffered a great loss. A loving husband and dad is exactly what Mike was. Anyone who knew him well will remember him for his honesty, humor and love for family. I offer my condolences and prayers to both of you as you go through this difficult time.
Rosaria,Len,Brandon & Justin Nakrin
saysDear Melissa & Michael George Our most sincere sympathy for one of the kindest sweetest loving and Brilliant man we all got to know. He was knowledgeable on every subject and knew the history of most of Manhattan’s buildings. He always new “The best Restaurant's” and was an outdoors guy. He always had kind words to say and loved his family. Michael you will be missed…Love Rosaria & Family
Doug Meece
saysI had the pleasure of getting to know Mike during his time with COT here in Kentucky. I never heard him have a bad word to say about anyone or anything, I pray for his soul, and strength for the family and friends he has left behind.
John & Susan Gerbino
saysDear Aunt Melissa and Michael George, Uncle Mike was a great man who has left a wonderful legacy behind. He was larger than life and he lived it to the fullest. Now that he has gone may all the beautiful memories be a blessing to you and Michael George. We will miss EVERYTHING about Him! Our Heartfelt sympathy John and Sue xoxo Rest in Peace Uncle Cocal xoxo