Bonnie Ruth Sherrer

Bonnie Ruth Sherrer, passed away Jan. 2, 2025, at St. Vincent's East in Birmingham. Born March 30, 1936, in Blount County, Bonnie lived a full and vibrant life, spanning 88 years.

Bonnie was the daughter of Herman and Lois Allen. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Jim Allen; her sisters Betty Ruth Scott and Wadie B. Edwards; and son-in-law Al Palmer. 

She is survived by her husband of 73 years Billy Joe Sherrer; her son Michael Joe Sherrer (Tracy); her daughters Vicki Hayes (Marty) and Bonnie Jo Palmer; her sisters Maxine Cooper, Pauline Hawkins, and Shirley Mason; her grandchildren Tyler Hayes (Katie), Devin Sherrer, Hayden Hayes (Jessica), Kaley Hollingsworth (Caleb), and Alex Sherrer; and her great-grandchildren Audri Hayes, Peyton Hayes, and Hallie Jo Hayes.

For more than 30 years, Bonnie worked at the Tonka Store in Cleveland. She loved spending time outdoors. 

Visitation was Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. until noon at the Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home. Funeral service began at noon with Randy Sherrer officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Joy Cemetery, Cleveland.