Sherrie Lee Bean Thomas passed away on March 8, 2021 at the age of 77 after a long battle with Inclusion Body Myositis. She was born to Glenn and Wilma Bean on March 22, 1943 in Santa Monica, CA. Her family later moved to Rexburg, ID where she spent the rest of her youth. She was highly involved in various clubs at Madison High School and was liked by all.
Sherrie was a friendly, generous, energetic, and compassionate person who made everyone feel like the most important person in the room. These qualities were a perfect match as she received her degree as a Registered Nurse at Ricks College where she was President of the Idaho State Student Nurses Association as well as Miss Ricks College in 1963.
When the love of her life, Scott Thomas, returned from his LDS mission, she effectively persuaded him to marry her. They were married on Friday the 13th of November 1964 in the Idaho Falls Temple. After Scott finished his degree at USU, they moved to Salt Lake City. Here she continued her beloved career as a Registered Nurse and worked at several locations including LDS Hospital, Alta View Hospital, and WorkMed. She was also known as the neighborhood nurse, eager to help anyone in need. Being a nurse was an important part of her identity because she cared so deeply for people.
Sherrie served in many leadership callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, but her favorite was Primary Chorister. She was a devoted mother not only to her own kids but to anyone needing a hug or a listening ear. Her family would often tease her about her growing Christmas card list after she met several new friends at the grocery store or even a misdialed number.
The greatest joys of her life were her grandchildren. Even in her last days, nothing made her happier than having them around. Some of her last words were about how much she would miss them. She loved them fiercely.
Sherrie is survived by her husband Scott Thomas, son Bret (Heidi), son Jeff (Rosemary), daughter Heidi (Creed) Miller, daughter Heather (Matt) Robertson, brother Bill (Nancy) Bean, 17 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 12:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints building located at 8945 South 1700 East, Sandy, UT and preceded by a viewing for close family and friends from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery. The funeral can be viewed online at https://youtu.be/zi2elt6bA_g A link to view the recorded service will be available following the service.
Please share your favorite memory or leave a condolence for her family at www.larkincares.com.
Thomas Family,
One of my earliest memories of Sherrie was as a primary chorister. She was so fun and she loved the primary children. Every memory I have of her as a child and teenager, she was laughing and hugging. She brought joy and sunshine wherever she went. As I got older she was such a great listener and sympathizer. She would never judge, she would just listen and love. My children call her grandma Sherrie and they actually think they are related.
I'm so grateful for your mom who invited us into your family! I always knew I could stop by her house unannounced and she would be excited to see us. I especially loved that I could come by at 10:00 at night and get a late-night visit in before Scott went to bed and right as Sherrie was getting up.
She will be missed but not forgotten. I know I will see her again and she will laugh and give me a great big Sherrie hug. For now, I pray for peace and comfort for your family!! 😘
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Sherrie was always there for us whether it was a medical issue or just a friendly conversation. She was a rare individual with the ability to make anyone feel comfortable. We will miss her greatly.
Sherrie was a marvelous Relief Society President and made my life as Bishop so much easier. She cared deeply about every sister in the ward and everyone in each of their families. She is one of the most caring and loving people I have ever known and easiest to know and become her friend. We love her and Scot and their children so much as we raised our children together. Say Hi to Carolyn for me
I will always remember Sherrie as a fabulous lady. She cared about everyone. She was a great Relief Society President and was always there when anyone needed her. She could make you laugh or cry. It was a real trial when the disease hit her. She changed a lot but was always smiling. She appreciated visits and prayers in her behalf.
She will be missed for her sweet personality. Heaven will be a lot sweeter now with her there.
I pray for Scott because he will miss her.
Scott, I am so sorry for your loss. Sherrie suffers no more, bless her beautiful heart. She will be missed by so many. God bless you and your family now and forever. ♥️
Dear Scott and Family,
We were saddened to learn today of Sherrie's passing. We only have warm, tender, happy memories of our association with her. The obituary describes her perfectly in saying that she made everyone feel like they were the most import person in the room. She was so outgoing snd friendly and we always loved being with her.
I remember the Thomas kitchen very distinctly. I remember Sherry giving of her talents in the most painful of ways as she pulled glass from my finger while distracting me with her smile and laugh. Sherry opened her home and heart to everyone. She was an amazing lady and I am sorry you must all bear this time apart.