Rickie Sherman

"And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me so that you also may be where I am." John 14: 3

Rickie Sherman, Sr., a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, peacefully ascended to heaven on August 28, 2024. He was a man defined by his honor, love, and unwavering perseverance.

Born on March 24, I957, Rickie was the eldest son of Henry B. and Leona C. Sherman. Following his graduation from Conway High School, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country with distinction. After his military service, Rickie worked at AVX Corporation for over 14 years, where he met and married his beloved wife Bertha. Together they established a child development center that has been a beacon of support for the community for 32 years.

Rickie dedicated his life to God from an early age. He was baptized at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church and later transferred his membership to Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he continued to nurture his faith.

Rickie's parents, Henry B. and Leona C. Shen Ian, and a host of aunts and uncles preceded him in death.

He Leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion remembered fondly by his wife, Bertha Sherman; his eldest daughter, Solvia T. Shennan of Charleston, SC; three sons, Jonathan Sheridan of Kentucky, Rickie Shennan, Jr. of California, and Christian (Kali) Shennan of Texas; three granddaughters, Mahoganie Campbell, Miyana Steele and Myia Steele of Charleston; twin great-granddaughters, Eriel and Camilla Campbell; four sisters, Janetta Sherman and Henrietta (Lee) Greene of Conway, SC, Sandra (Gary) McCray and Sheila Sheridan of Bucksport, SC. He is also survived by three very special brother-friends, Curtis Pino (Red), Gary Gause, and O'Neil Sheridan.

Rickie's extended family includes Aunt Betty Rose of New York, Betty Slater and Rosemary Gardner of Conway, SC, Annette Matthews of Baltimore, MD, and Cheryl Sheridan of Oklahoma; and his uncle, Fred Graham of Bucksport, SC.

Rickie's memory will be forever cherished by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and family. His enduring spirit and the love he shared will be deeply missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 (Noon) on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Sandy Grave Missionary Baptist Church.  Interment will follow in Pine Island Community Cemetery.  There will be a viewing from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Ocean View Funeral Home and Beach Crematory, Conway Chapel.

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