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Sherry Lou McHenry

  • On November 26, 2025
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Sherry Lou McHenry, 69, of Plum Boro, went to be with the Lord on November 23, 2025. She was born on September 7, 1956, in Pitcairn, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Russell and Doris (Brandenstein) Joy.

Sherry was a devoted member of Living Word of Plum Church. She found joy in tending to her flowers, watching birds, baking for the people she loved, and spending time with her granddaughter, Rayna Lou, who was the light of her life.

She is survived by her husband, James “Jim” McHenry; her daughter, Renee McHenry; and her granddaughter, Rayna Lou McHenry. She is also survived by Stella McHenry, Tina Kelly, Betsy (Jeff) McDonald, Patrick (Lisa) McHenry, and Robert McHenry, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by Jeff McHenry and John Kelly.

Sherry touched many lives with her kindness and steady warmth. She will be deeply missed and forever held in the hearts of those who knew her.

A celebration of her life, officiated by Pastor Allan Drake, will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Living Word of Plum Church, 200 Elicker Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. A family brunch will follow. Flowers may be sent to the church on the day of the service.

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5 Comments

Shay
Sherry was one of a kind…truly . A woman like her is extremely rare. She put me to shame even at 69 with her work ethic, keeping a household , being kind to everyone in even the most chaotic of situations, navigating life and keeping up with a nine year old granddaughter even with health problems. Anytime I feel lazy or I do something that I could have been more kind I remind myself of this fact and that gives me all the motivation I need to get up and go and to do things with grace. Meeting Sherry was something I forever will hold close to my heart. I’m am so lucky to have had the honor to be close to such a strong, loving amazing woman . Please know how important you were to the world and to your family . People like you make the light of humanity, losing you made that day a little a dimmer for everyone that loved you but heavens gain made the worlds light brighter for everyone in it.
Shay
I was blessed and will forever be grateful that I got to meet this amazing one of a kind woman . Sherry was a rarity. She will be missed and the world has lost such a gift to humanity. Anytime that I’m feeling lazy or I could’ve handled a situation with more kindness. I think of Sherry because even at the age of 69 and with some health problems she treated everybody with respect, kindness no matter how chaotic the situation. She was able to run around with her nine-year-old granddaughter, hold a household, go to work, take care of her beloved friends and family. She put a lot of people’s work ethic to shame. Thinking of her gives me all the motivation needed to remind myself of what type of woman I aspire to be. I am so blessed and honored to have been close to her. I will miss you Sherry . Heaven has one of their most precious angels home .
Betsy McDonald
Sherry will be deeply missed by so many. Please feel free to leave a comment or memory for Jim to have as he goes on without his best friend and love of his life.
Lisa
We were friends for many years. Our girls grew up together. We had many coffee times together and she was always my sidekick when I needed to go to an art showing. I wish I had the energy she had and so happy she had Betsy to be there for her. We encouraged each other to be strong and keep positive attitude with our illnesses. She was so giving never let her illness get in the way of caring for others. Rayna will have great memories of the things she did and trips they took. I know jim will continue to be a great grandpa taking care of Rayna just as he did when she was in the hospital at times. I’ll miss her but I know she will be waiting for me when it’s my turn to enter heavens gates.
Maxine Ellis
Sherry was my second cousin but we were close. Her Grandmother Ina helped raise me. Her Mother Doris was my good friend. The apple doesn't fall far the tree-and Sherry was a kind & giving person and I respect and love her.
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