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Sherry Nan Townsend, age 74, of Constantine, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at her home. Born on May 17, 1950, in Springfield, IL, she was the daughter of Frank and Laura (Jones) Townsend. Sherry graduated from Marcellus High School in 1968. She was a dedicated member of the Corinthian Chapter 123 Order of the Eastern Star and the Marcellus Lions’ Club, and she attended Trinity Episcopal Church in Three Rivers.
Sherry was a devoted family woman who cherished taking care of and spending time with her loved ones. She is survived by her daughter Cynthia (Dennis) Bingaman of Three Rivers; sons Matthew Ringle of Cleveland, OH, Richard (Kay) Ringle of Marcellus, and Brian Ringle of Portage. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Dustin (Jenifer) Fox, McKenna Bingaman, Zachary Bingaman, Erin Ringle, Garrett Ringle, Dylan Ringle, Kayla Ringle, Rachel Ringle, and Andrew Ringle, as well as great-grandchildren Wyatt Fox, Conner Fox, and Paisleigh Papke. Her brothers John, Jeffrey, and Jerry Townsend, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins, also survive her. Sherry was preceded in death by her parents.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend services at Eley Funeral Home in Constantine on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 6 to 8 pm and again on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 10 to 11 am. The Order of Eastern Star services will be held on Thursday at 11 am at the funeral home, followed by religious services officiated by Pastor James Smith of Trinity Episcopal Church, Three Rivers. Sherry will be laid to rest in Bly Cemetery in Marcellus. Memorial contributions may be made to Corinthian Chapter 123 Order of the Eastern Star.
