Sherrill Ruth Taylor, lovingly known as Sherrie, was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, educator, mentor, and friend whose kindness, strength, and love for others touched countless lives. Born on July 9, 1943, in Endicott, New York, to Wallace and Lillie Ingalls. Sherrie peacefully passed away July 17th, 2026, at Texas Health Presbyterian ~ Denton, TX. Sherrie lived a life defined by service, compassion, perseverance, and an enduring love of Jesus and her family.

Sherrie spent her childhood living in Endicott, NY. She later moved to Newark, New York near Bill’s family before eventually making Texas her home with her husband Bill and two children Mark and Tammie. Bill and Sherrie also lived in San Ramon, California, but spent the majority of their lives in Texas. Bill and Sherrie were deeply involved in every aspect of their two children’s lives, from academics to attending every one of Mark and Tammie’s sporting events as a family.

They cherished spending time together, which included traveling around the country, returning to Upstate New York to visit extended family, fun camping trips, and playing the card game “Gin Rummy”. As their family grew to include spouses and grandchildren, so did their love. They embraced each new addition with open hearts, becoming devoted and supportive grandparents who enthusiastically encouraged their grandchildren's academic achievements, athletic pursuits, and every milestone along the way.

Sherrie graduated from Union-Endicott High School before continuing her education. While attending college in Potsdam, New York, she met the love of her life, William "Bill" Taylor, at one of Bill's fraternity parties. Their chance meeting blossomed into a remarkable love story, and they were married on July 18, 1964, in Endwell, New York. Together they shared 52 wonderful years of marriage, raising two beloved children, Mark and Tammie, and building a life centered on faith, love, family, and community.

Sherrie's passion for learning led her to Texas Woman's University, where she earned both a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. She devoted her professional life to Texas Woman's University as a professor, becoming a respected educator, mentor, and leader whose influence extended far beyond the classroom. Her students adored her, honoring her by voting her Teacher of the Year six times.

Throughout her distinguished career, Sherrie received countless awards and recognitions—a testament to her unwavering dedication to her students, colleagues, and the university. To name just a few, she was honored as Faculty Advisor of the Year, Human Resource Management Educator of the Year, Distinguished Alumnae of the Business and Economics Department at Texas Woman's University, and recipient of the Humphries Award for her outstanding dedication to TWU. She was also recognized with the Homer L. Saunders Mentor Award and served as the National President of the Society for the Advancement of Management's Student Business Institute (SBI), reflecting her commitment to developing future business leaders. Most recently, on April 28, 2026, she received the Oakley Award for the second time in recognition of her extraordinary service and unwavering support of Texas Woman's University's student-athletes and athletic department. These honors represent only a small portion of the many awards and accomplishments she earned throughout her remarkable career, but each reflects the lasting impact she made on the lives of those she taught, mentored, and inspired.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Sherrie was deeply committed to serving others. Together with Bill and two other families, they founded the North Texas Shooters Association, creating a lasting legacy within the shooting sports community. Throughout adulthood, Sherrie supported U.S. service members through different avenues including Robson Ranch Support Our Troops. She generously gave her time and energy to encourage and honor America's service members.

Music and Art was a constant source of joy throughout her life. Sherrie began playing piano at the age 5 and the flute at age 11. Growing up, Sherrie sang in the Church choir. She proudly sang with Sweet Adelines Chorus for twenty-two years, earning three International Gold Medals with her chorus. In retirement, she continued sharing her gift in music as a member of the Robson Ranch Choir. Sherrie excelled at drawing, painting and photography. Above every accomplishment, however, Sherrie loved Jesus and treasured her family. She was a loving wife, an extraordinary mother, a proud "Nanny," and adoring great-grandmother. She was often heard sharing stories about her grandchildren and great grandchildren. If you knew Sherrie, at some point she shared pictures of her family with you. Her family was the center of her world, and she delighted in celebrating each milestone, sharing laughter, offering encouragement, and creating treasured memories. Her strength, fierce independence, unwavering determination, and kind heart served as an example to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She faced life's challenges with remarkable courage and resilience, putting others before herself. Sherrie’s final week, she spoke continuously of Jesus, her family, and her friends.

Sherrie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill Taylor, in 2016; her cherished son, Mark Taylor, in 2025; her parents, Wallace and Lillie Ingalls; and her sister, Patricia Waters.

She is survived by her brother, David Ingalls and his wife, Melinda of The Villages, FL; her daughter-in-law, Kelly Taylor of McGregor, Texas; her daughter Tammie Marley and husband Steve Marley of Denton, Texas; her grandchildren, Cody Marley of Denton, Texas; Christopher Taylor and wife Rachel of Lorena, Texas; Allison Capps and husband Josh of Gardendale, Texas; Wade Marley of Denton, Texas; and Jessica Evans and husband David of Norwalk, Connecticut. She also leaves behind eight treasured great-grandchildren, Zion Capps, Zayla Capps, Luke Taylor, Zadok Capps, Miles Taylor, Taylor Evans, Zoey Capps, and Ariya Marley, with a ninth due late August to be named Brooklyn Evans.

Though her accomplishments were many, those who knew Sherrie will remember her most for the way she made people feel. Throughout every aspect of Sherrie’s life she had an amazing ability to meet and accept everyone as they are and where they were in their life. She encouraged everyone around her to be the best version of themselves through their faith and individual abilities. She believed in others before they believed in themselves. Sherrie encouraged everyone to reach higher, loved her family without reservation, and greeted everyone with support and grace. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. Her legacy lives on in the countless lives she shaped through her teaching, her music, her service, and her unconditional love.

A celebration of Sherrie's life will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 201 S. Locust Street, Denton, Texas. A reception will immediately followthe service at the church in Miller Center.

In honor of Sherrie's life and legacy, the family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to First United Methodist Church of Denton or Texas Woman's University Athletics.

● First United Methodist Church of Denton: https://fumcdenton.com/give

● Texas Woman's University Athletics: https://giving.twu.edu/g/athletics

Forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed… until we reunite in heaven