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of Chelsea, Michigan, age 75, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024, at her home. She was born October 22, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Andy Richard and Geraldine C. (Cheatham) Blackwell.

Sherry grew up in Chelsea, graduating from Chelsea High School, class of 1967. She worked as an Administrative Assistant at the University of Michigan in the office of the Vice President of Communications. She enjoyed cross-stitching and loved her grandchildren and granddogs.

Sherry married Donald J. Baibak on April 21, 1979, and he survives. She is also survived by her son, Andrew (Melissa) Baibak of East Grand Rapids; her daughter, Catherine (Christopher “Chris”) Smith of Howell; four grandchildren, Arlo, Sloane, Daniella, and Holden; sister, Donna Ann Rodriguez of Westland, and brother, Larry Blackwell. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Pamela Kay Browning; and son, Matthew Eric Blackwell.

Funeral services were held Friday, December 20, 2024, 2:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, with Rev. Joy Barrett officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Chelsea. The family received friends before the service from noon - 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Huron Valley, or Cascades Humane Society.

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#6 Matt Thomas 2024-12-21 10:53
My sincerest condolences to the family. I worked with Sherry at UM. and I have to say she was so sweet and such an amazing person. I enjoyed working with her and talking with her. I always tried to keep her smiling, and we did laugh and she made work a brighter place to be.
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#5 Venessa Robinson 2024-12-19 10:05
My condolences to the family, may Holy Spirit comfort you all. I had the pleasure of work with Sherry at the University of Michigan. Sherry was always kind and helpful to everyone.
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#4 Lonnie Mitchell 2024-12-18 20:26
Sorry to hear about this. Enjoyed talking to her every time our dogs played together. Condolences to the family.
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#3 Becky 2024-12-17 22:35
I'm very sad to hear about Aunt Sherry’s passing. I know she was beyond thrilled to have her children, grandchildren and granddogs nearby.
I wish I could be there with you all - sending our thoughts and prayers.
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#2 Margie Gonzales 2024-12-17 06:21
My dearest Sherry, I will miss you, my friend! You changed my life. In our 20+ years of friendship, you taught me endless valuable lessons that helped me advance at work and shape a successful personal life. Without your guidance, I am sure I would not have excelled. Your wisdom, along with the love you generously gave, will be with me always, and I will cherish them forever.
~Margie
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#1 Nita Fisher 2024-12-16 20:57
I had the pleasure of briefly working with Sherry at the University of Michigan. In that brief time she was always so very kind and sweet to in a very high stress environment. I could always depend on her for a smile and encouragement. She touched my life in a beautiful way. My condolences to the family.
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