Sherry English Barrett, 60, of Benton, KY passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Center.
Sherry was born on January 1, 1961 in Murray, KY to Norman and Shirley Burke English. As a young girl she had a love for sports and enjoyed playing basketball and softball. On April 3, 1981 Sherry married the love of her life, Ron Barrett. This started their journey over the next 39 years together growing their family and creating many memories along the way. As a couple, they enjoyed spending their time together going camping often visiting Ferne Cliffs State Park and other local campgrounds. She attended Oak Valley Church of Christ.
Sherry is survived by her husband, Ronald Barrett; one daughter, Melissa Barrett of Benton, KY; one son, Brandon Barrett of Benton, KY; her mother, Shirley English; two sisters, Julie Copeland (Mark), and Kelly Harrell (Jeff), both of Calvert City, KY; and one half-brother, Doug Hinshaw (Carolyn) of Gibson City, IL.
She was preceded in death by her half-sister, Cindy Hinshaw; and her father, Norman English.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Filbeck-Cann Funeral Home.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Filbeck-Cann Funeral Home with Bro. Jewell Barrett officiating. Burial will follow at Peck Cemetery.
Filbeck-Cann Funeral Home of Milner & Orr are in charge of the arrangements.
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