Marilyn

Sherman

Marilyn Kaye Vandyke Sherman, born January 23, 1939, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family.

Marilyn grew up in Washington, Iowa, where she graduated from Washington High School in 1957. In 1960, she married and eventually made her home in Pine City, Minnesota. There, she and her family built a new home, where she devoted herself to raising her five children and creating a lifetime of memories.

Family was the center of Marilyn's world. She loved being involved in every aspect of her children's lives and was always their biggest cheerleader. Whether sitting in the stands at hockey and basketball games, cheering at cross-country meets and track events, or watching them canoe, she was there to support them every step of the way.

Her love for her family extended well beyond the sidelines. Marilyn attended church every Sunday and served as a Sunday school teacher. She was a Boy Scout den mother and enjoyed playing cards and games, camping, sketching, acrylic painting, and gardening. She also had a special place in her heart for animals and loved and cared for many dogs throughout her life.

Above all, Marilyn treasured time spent with her children and grandchildren. Whether gathered around a table playing games, enjoying time outdoors, or simply being together, these moments brought her the greatest happiness.

Marilyn is survived by her four children: Dana Gravenhof (Jason) of Oronoco, Minnesota; Susan Deason (Paul) of Belton, Texas; Kristy Bush (Jon) of Amery, Wisconsin; and Robb Sherman.

She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren: Kala Hinz (Jordan) of Rochester, Minnesota; Garett Rousu (Lesley) of Somerset, Kentucky; Austin Rousu (Tricia) of St. Charles, Minnesota; Elle Gravenhof of Rochester, Minnesota; Jessica Hennelly (Cody) of Washington, D.C.; PJ Deason of Belton, Texas; Nick Bush and Taylor Bush of Amery, Wisconsin; and Justin Sherman.

Marilyn was blessed with ten great-grandchildren: Presley, Hazel, Janie, Sully, Scottie, Bode, JJ, Gracie, Wyatt, and Alden, each of whom brought her tremendous joy.

She was preceded in death by her son, Norman Sherman of Texas; her parents, Erma Metzer and Harry VanDyke; her sister, Elda Johnson; and her brothers, Gene Gray and Doyle Gray.

Marilyn's greatest legacy was not measured in accomplishments or possessions, but in the family she raised, the lives she touched, and the love she gave so freely. She will be remembered for showing up, cheering the loudest, making memories, and always putting her family first.

Forever loved, forever remembered, and always our biggest cheerleader.

A special thank you to Timber Pines Memory Care Unit in Pine City and St. Croix Hospice for their incredible & diligent care of our mom. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Marilyn's life; 11:00 AM Thursday (11/19/26) with a visitation /reviewal time one hour prior at the Swanson Chapel in Pine City.

Arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral And Cremation Service of Pine City~ Swanson Chapel

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