Birth date: Nov 18, 1928 Death date: Mar 23, 2017
Florist Note - Please deliver all floral arrangements to the funeral home on Wednesday March 29, 2017 by 3 PM. Virginia “Gini” Haas Clarke Sherman, age 88, of Lewes, DE since 2006, formerly of Camden, DE went home to be with her Read Obituary
To Gini's family and loved ones I want to share that I loved her. We got to know one another years ago when I worked at Catholic Charities and trained and supervised her as a senior peer counselor at the Milford Senior Center. I was surprised and pleased to see her again at Brandywine after she moved in. I spoke with her often, as I make biweekly friendly visits to two residents there. I was so saddened to learn of her passing today, having returned to Brandywine after being out of town for several weeks. I loved her special spirit, energy, and outspokenness and looked forward to every encounter I had with her. My most sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Sturges Dodge
Alison, Judi and Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. We were fortunate enough to see Gini from time to time when she and Ben lived on 3rd Street, or while she was volunteering at the Encore Thrift Store. It was always so good to chat with her. Gini was one of a kind and she will be missed by many. When you’re feeling blue just remember she is a part of you and she will always and forever be in your hearts. God Bless.
Scott B & Scott E
Sorry for your loss. We will keep the Heritage family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Tom Dawson & Family
"I don't have words to describe how broken my heart is hearing this news. I just lost my Mom, Iris, just a few short weeks ago. She and Miss Gini were dear friends at Brandywine and soon too Miss Gini became my friend and found a place in my heart. We had many talks and I loved our visits together. Her kind words and gracious ways gave me such strength and inspiration while I sat with Mom in hospice. My heart is sad but just knowing these two ladies have found new homes in Heaven just weeks apart makes me smile....my sympathy to the family and a great big Angel Hug to my dear dear friend.....Miss Gini ~ May You Find Peace and Happiness !!!!
Words are so empty at a time such as this but it be of comfort to know that others care and are holding you close in thought and prayer. Gini was a special person who touched many lives and a true friend of mine who will surely be missed.
I met Gini when we both signed up for a training class being held at Modern Maturity in Dover to teach us to lead Peer Sharing groups in senior centers. These groups were developed to encourage seniors to interact as they shared memories and experiences with one another from their life's journey. for some reason the instructor often asked Gini and me to work together in class as we worked on assignments. When the class ended she asked Gini and me if we would be willing to lead a Peer Sharing group at the Milford Senior Center which was the beginning of a great friendship. We spent many hours planning topics to encourage our group to share. We led this group until Gini gave up driving. However, even after the group had disbanded, Gini and I stayed in touch often spending time talking about the group and topics we had discussed among other things.
Also, even before the Peer Sharing group disbanded, Gini took on the responsibility of being librarian for the Milford Senior Center library until she no longer drove. One could often find her organizing and straightening up the library. She always wanted to make a difference.
I was sure Gini would enjoy the Milford New Century Club to which I belonged so I invited her to a meeting. She did indeed enjoy herself and joined the club to which she belonged until she no longer drove to Milford. Again, we spent time together at meetings and activities. Not to mention the time we spent talking about the club after she could no longer attend.
Alison and Judi, there is one thing for sure though Gini will live on through you because she has instilled in both of you the same caring and compassionate spirit she had as she reached out and touched other's lives
Love and Prayers,
Ruth Ann Beideman
I only had the opportunity to know Mrs. Sherman a short time, mostly while Alison and her sisters were working to move their mother to a care facility. In the short time I knew her she was a true joy, always had a smile and kind loving words for anyone she met. I saw her volunteering a few times and as soon as I spoke to her and told her who I was she would light up. I'm so sorry for your loss and I send prayers for strength to all of you. Share those memories and keep them going, each time you need one to lift you up the light will be there. Hugs to all My thoughts are with you. Terry Warrington
Dearest Judi and Alison,
I was so saddened to hear of your mother's passing. What a full and amazing life she had and shared with others. Surely God has gathered another angel into His arms.
Please know that I will be keeping you both and your families in my prayers as you journey through the days and weeks ahead. What lovely and wonderful daughters you both are. I know God will be wrapping His loving arms around you as say your temporary goodbyes to your dear mother...for you will most certainly be together again in a much better place of joy and love.
With much love and sympathy,
Janet Englehart Schrader
