Sherry Lynn (Schmandt) Lowell
Gillette, WY formerly of Millington, MI

Passed away unexpectedly Thursday January 12, 2023 at her home; age 74 years. Sherry Schmandt was born on September 11, 1948 in Saginaw, MI to the late Roy and Marilyn Schmandt. She was married to her best friend and partner in adventure Roy Lowell on December 14, 1968; he predeceased her on October 21, 2018. She is survived by her one son Bret (Dawn) Lowell of Aurora, CO, her one daughter Landi (Joshua Geiser) Lowell of Gillette, WY; three grandchildren, Lance Lowell, Bradley Halloran, and Ella Halloran; one brother Stephen (Nila) Schmandt; one sister-in-law Jean Jensen and many nieces and nephews. Sherry was preceded in death by brother Russell Schmandt.

Sherry was a past student and member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Millington, MI. She graduated valedictorian of her Millington High School class of 1966 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Michigan State University in 1970. She started her career as an Extension Home Economist for the Cooperative Extension Office serving across Tuscola County and Flint, Michigan. In 1978 she joined General Motors working at AC Spark Plug, completing her Apprenticeship she became one of General Motors few female Journeyman Toolmakers. After retirement from GM, Sherry returned to school and received her Master of Science degree in Administration from Central Michigan University in 2002.

Sherry was a servant leader to her community and often placed others ahead of herself. Sherry was elected President of the Millington Board of Education and was a member of the Michigan School Board Association. Sherry co-authored a popular 230-page book that is still being reprinted by the Millington-Arbela Historical Society; The History of Millington Schools and its First 100 High School Graduating Classes. She also co-authored Phase II Apprentice Training Program Manual for toolroom trades. Sherry was active with the Order of the Eastern Star Vienna Chapter in Clio Michigan and Gentian Chapter in Gillette Wyoming where she served as past Worthy Matron and past Grand Ruth in Wyoming. Sherry was also the current Treasurer on the board at the Rockpile Museum in Gillette Wyoming. Sherry served as President of the League of Women Voters in Gillette, Wyoming championing women's rights. And, of course, she was a Superfan of her children and grandchildren. Along with Roy, the pair never missed a grandparents' day whether that meant driving to Indiana or Denver.

Sherry was also entrepreneurial, engaging with the family to start many successful businesses including Motorhome Rentals of Clio, Platinum Sound Wave DJ, On the Level Construction, and Wyoming Craftsmen. Sherry also contracted as an instructor at Baker College, as a manager in Concrete Construction, and as a Real Estate appraiser.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church 4941 W. Center St., Millington, Michigan where Rev. Jim Bruner will officiate. For those unable to attend the funeral in person, a live stream will be available at https://www.stpaul-millington.org/stream.html. Burial to take place in Thetford Twp Cemetery. Sherry's family will receive visitors at the Cederberg Funeral Home in Frankenmuth, Michigan on Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service and again after the commitment at the parish hall at St Paul's Lutheran Church in Millington. A memorial in Gillette, Wyoming is being planned with a date to be announced.

Sherry was a dynamic, intelligent, and sincere woman who was a blessing to her family and friends. She will be missed on this earth, until our Savior's return. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider donations to either the League of Women's Voters of Campbell County c/o Judith Semple, 4207 Tepee St, Gillette, WY 82718; or the Rockpile Museum Association, 900 W Second St, Gillette, WY 82716.