Donna M. Sherwood

Birth date: Jul 4, 1930 Death date: Oct 15, 2015

Donna M. Sherwood, of Fulton, passed away, Thursday, October 15, 2015 at Mercy Medical Center – Clinton. Services for Donna will be private. The Clinton Chapel Snell-Zornig Funeral Homes and Crematory is assisting the family with Read Obituary

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Dena Petersen

528w ago

I remember so well that smile !!! I also remember how helpful Donna was when I began teaching at Longfellow along with Peg McNamara the fourth grades. Later when I;moved to the 6th and 5th grades, we enjoyed a "second floor camaraderie " that endured--terribly necessary some days of teaching.
Tom, , I am so very sorry and sorry our paths rarely crossed after retirement. She was truly a neat lady and a very private person, but I shall always remember her as being lots of fun and cheering me along the way. Thanks, Donna, for the
memories.

Miki Kiester

528w ago

in honor of Donna .

Mrs. Sherwood was my 4th grade teacher and favorite teacher. She never failed to greet me with a hug whenever we would meet. She was an absolutely wonderful human being and her grace has stayed with me for almost 40 years. My heart is broken upon hearing of her loss, but her memory will stay with me until my last breath. My condolences to the family, you are in my prayers.

Miki Kiester

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Sarah Jacoby

528w ago

I was very sad when my mom told me today of Mrs. Sherwood's passing. My mom and I both had Mr. Sherwood as a teacher, and my three siblings and I all had Mrs. Sherwood as a 4th grade teacher. Mrs. Sherwood's main objective was for her students to learn. It was evident that seeing young minds soak up information and express creativity was its own reward for her. She was the kind of teacher whose lessons and personality stayed with you forever.
My sister passed away 13 years ago. Despite the fact that it had been around 25 years since Mrs. Sherwood had my sister in her class, she and Mr. Sherwood both came to her visitation. It meant the world to us. She not only remembered my sister and I, but my classmates who were there as well, even calling them by name!
I had the great fortune to reconnect with Mrs. Sherwood in the last few years. After all these years, she was still interested in and delighted for the things I was accomplishing in my life. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to let her know the impact she had on me all those years ago. She was a wonderful teacher, a wonderful person, and I will keep Mr. Sherwood in my heart during this difficult time.

John R Wrightfield

529w ago

Miss McCutcheon, as we knew her then, was my 5th-grade teacher in 1956-57. I remember her quite well as one of my special teachers I had at Longfellow School for grades 4, 5, & 6. One distinctive thing about Miss McCutcheon, which I still carry with me to this day was the way she printed on the blackboard. Her style caught my eye and to this day I still print my capital "E" with three horizontal strokes with no vertical downstroke. (There is also the time when I brought an extremely large Nazi flag into her room before class and draped it over the desks. I'll not forget her reaction!) She is one of those special teachers that one remembers throughout life.
I had heard she married Mr. Sherwood, who I also had as an art teacher in 7th grade (1957-58, if my memory serves me). Mr Sherwood also was an influence in my art life. I went on to become a graphics designer after getting my BFA in art education and worked for the Des Moines Tribune & Register and The Kansas City Star. I share the sadness and extend my sympathy, but remember with pleasure the encounters I had with Miss McCutcheon and Mr. Sherwood.

JOHN R WRIGHTFIELD
Liberty, MO
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Denise Clark Sheppard

529w ago

in honor of Donna .

Mrs. Sherwood was my 4th grade teacher at Longfellow elementary. She encouraged me and challenged me to be a better student. She truly changed me for the better.
I will miss our visits at Wal-Mart. Her questions about my son and her care and concern for us warmed my heart.
My sincere condolences go to her husband, family and friends.

Carol Neymeyer

529w ago

in honor of Donna .

Donna was my cousin and our friend. She always had a warm hug for us. And an interest in our family. We enjoyed talking about some shared travel adventures, especially London. She will be missed! Our love to you Tom. Cal & Carol Neymeyer

Barb Walters

529w ago

I had Mrs. Sherwood for 4th grade at Longfellow, she was Miss McCutcheon then. She was a beautiful person, inside and out. She was so encouraging and fun. Then I had Mr. Sherwood for art at WJHS, and he was hilarious. I can only imagine their travels together!

My sincere sympathies to her family. Rest in peace, Mrs. Sherwood.

Barb Walters, CHS '65

Marlys D Dreier

529w ago

in honor of Donna .

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Gary And Jeanne Herrity

529w ago

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Donna Sherwood. She was always a joy to meet and converse with. Donna had such a warm and pleasant way that spread sunshine over us all. Her years of service as a teacher will never be forgotten. We can all be proud to have known Donna and to have basked in her great example.

Dennis Duerling

529w ago

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