Sheryl Lynne Thomas, 61, of Largo, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2025. Sherie was born on April 4, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio to Alan and Sandra Thomas. She grew up in Gahanna, Ohio, and attended Gahanna Lincoln High School. Sherie was a free spirit who loved the outdoors and found peace under the sun and by the ocean. She was a devoted football fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and Cincinnati Bengals. She had a deep love for animals. Her cats had a special place in her heart, and there was always room for one more.

She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Renee and David Fraley; nephews, Joshua (Leah) Fraley and Nathan (Jordan) Fraley; great-niece, Cecilia "Cece" Fraley; aunts, Sue Thomas, Sylvia Seaman, and Diane Darnes; numerous cousins and beloved friend, Rachel Rouanzoin.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Myrta Bell Thomas and Roy and Dorothy Vaughn; parents, Alan and Sandy Thomas; and sister, Michele Thomas. Many aunts, uncles, and cousins are also welcoming her in Heaven.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 11 am – 1 pm at Pfeifer Woodyard Funeral Chapel, 7915 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068, where funeral services will immediately follow, with Pastor Brian Naess officiating. Burial at Newark Memorial Gardens.