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MARQUETTE, MI – Cathy Denise Sherwood was born on February 11, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois. She passed away on November 9, 2026, at the age of 76.
Cathy made her home in Marquette, Michigan, in 1983, where she spent many years building a life centered around family, service, faith, and helping others.
Cathy proudly served her country in the United States Air Force before continuing her life of service as a nurse. Both careers reflected something that was at the very heart of who she was: a desire to serve, care for, and help others. Whether through her military service, her nursing career, or the everyday kindness she showed those around her, Cathy dedicated much of her life to making a difference in the lives of others.
Cathy was a deeply charitable person with a generous heart. She was always willing to help anyone who needed it and never hesitated to give what she could. Whether someone needed her time, a helping hand, or something more, Cathy was there. She was the kind of person who would give the shirt off her back to help someone else. She could certainly be stubborn at times, and she had a strong will, but those who knew her understood that beneath that stubbornness was a heart full of compassion and generosity. She didn’t need recognition or praise for what she did. Helping people was simply part of who she was.
Family was one of the greatest parts of Cathy’s life. She was a loving mother to six children, in birth order: Adam Sherwood, Steven Sherwood, Michael Sherwood, Andrea Sherwood, Annette Sherwood, and Anne Sherwood. She was also blessed with twelve grandchildren, each holding a special place in her heart. Her family was a lasting part of her life’s journey and the legacy she leaves behind.
Cathy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul Allen Sherwood. We take comfort in the Christian promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ and find peace in knowing that God’s love extends beyond this earthly life.
Cathy’s life was one of service, sacrifice, faith, generosity, and love. She will be remembered for her strong spirit, her stubborn determination, her charitable heart, and her willingness to help anyone who crossed her path. The lives she touched through her service in the Air Force, her work as a nurse, and her everyday acts of kindness will never be forgotten.
Her legacy will live on through her six children, twelve grandchildren, extended family, friends, and all those whose lives were made better because they knew her.
Cathy spent her life serving her country, caring for others, and giving of herself. May she now rest in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, where there is peace, comfort, and everlasting life.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” -- Matthew 25:21
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 10 to 11 am at St. Michael Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 am with Rev. Emmanuel Barwuah officiating. A luncheon will follow the service in the parish hall. Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 44.
Fassbender Hansen Funeral and Cremation Services is assisting the family where memories may be shared at fassbenderhansen.com