Priscilla Sherer

Priscilla Sherer
June 2, 1930-March 18, 2023

Surrounded by the love of her family, Priscilla Sherer passed away on March 18, 2023. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, family member and friend. Her steady presence, unconditional love for all, and joyful zest for life was evident to all that met her.

Priscilla was a lifelong member of First Church of Christ, Scientist, Canton, Ohio volunteering in many capacities. She was a current member of the Canton’s Women’s Club, Ohio PEO Chapter AC. She was a former member of MacDowell Music Club, McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, League of Women’s Voters and Girl Scout Leader of Troop #523. She hosted many family and social gatherings, welcoming so many into her home with grace.

Priscilla was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, James Richard Sherer, her parents, Clyde and Caroline (Huntsberger) Holder, sisters, Susan George and Cynthia Haff, and nephews, Rick Harper and Paul Miller.

Priscilla will be missed by many including her 4 children, Linda (Ross) Watkins, Laura (Tim) Simon, Tom Sherer (Robin) Lacoste, and Carol (Rick) Fitzsimmons. As well as by her two brothers Ben and Tim Holder. She had 8 grandchildren: Keith, Hayley, Andrew, Christina, Morgan, Camille, Lily and Ivy and 5 great grandchildren: Tyler, Jillian, Wesley, Carter and Allison.

Priscilla attended McKinley High School (1948) and graduated from Kent State University in 2003 at the age of 73. Priscilla was a lifelong learner, avid reader and engaged in the world with curiosity and interest including welcoming exchange students, Tiwana Tibble from New Zealand and Jyrki Sytelӓ from Finland.

Priscilla was a gracious hostess, always providing an atmosphere of joy and comfort. Her family and friends enjoyed being in her presence as she was always willing to listen to a story, play a game, and lend support. And best of all, Priscilla made people feel at home and always had sincere interest in all of her guests.

The positive and uplifting memories are many and we carry Priscilla in our hearts forever.

A Celebration of life is scheduled on Sunday - July 2, 2023 - 12:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity United Church of Christ in Canton, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in her honor to:
The Wilderness Center or First Church of Christ, Scientist of Canton, Ohio.