of Conway, AR
June 29, 1954 - July 31, 2008
Karl M. Sherwood, 54, of Conway, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2008 at home.
He was born June 29, 1954 in Mesa, AZ, to Milton Ray Sherwood and Helen Becraft Sherwood.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served a two-year mission in Norway for the Church. He was also a member of the Arkansas Sports Club serving as a board member
He was the circulation director for the Log Cabin Democrat.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Elaine Thompson Sherwood of Conway; children, Serenity and Jeff Daniels of Des Moines, IA, Nichole Sherwood Markle of Des Moines, IA, Ashley Bennett of Conway, Joseph and Lilly Sherwood of Fayetteville, Noelle and Matt Skaff of Bismarck, Seth Sherwood of Conway; five grandchildren, Chris, Pacia and Caleb Markle, Andy Bennett, and Cooper Daniels; parents, Ray and Helen Sherwood of Conway; brothers, Paul and Shauna Sherwood of Colorado Springs, CO, Stan and Sue Sherwood of Conway, Don Sherwood of Fairfield Bay; sister, Ruth and Lanny Porter of Houston, TX; and brother-in-law, Charles and Marquetta Thompson of Pine Bluff.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Connie Rae Sherwood of Tempe, AZ.
Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Bishop John McKinney officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Carter Cemetery in Russell, AR.
Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM Sunday at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway, (501) 327-7727.
Pallbearers will be Joseph Sherwood, Seth Sherwood, Matthew Skaff, Jeff Daniels, Stan Sherwood, Paul Sherwood, Don Sherwood, and Nelson Landers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Home Care or American Cancer Society.
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44 Condolence(s)
Alan Sanders
Thursday, January 8, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Elder Sherwood's passing. Elder Sherwood and Elder Burton were companions in Trondheim and lived in the upstairs apartment from Elder Broadbent and myself back in 1974. My condolences to his family.
Roy Rivers
Saturday, October 18, 2008
It was with tremendous sadness that I learned of Karl's passing just this evening. I've known Karl and his family since I was in elementary school. I've always known him as an extremely fine man from an extremely fine family. What a fortunate woman you are Elaine to have spent those 31 years with Karl. I know his light and legacy continues with you and the kids. I'll always remember Karl with a smile in my heart. I know his work continues, and his smiles and watchful spirit will continue to comfort and steady the whole family. Nancy and I love all of you. Peace!
Kevin Quinn
Sunday, October 5, 2008
I just heard the news of Karl's passing. I spoke with Karl earlier in June when I first found out about his condition.
As a member of the MCMA (Midwest Circulation Management Association) Karl was a very active member. I last saw Karl at the convention last April in Kansas City. Karl and I were always teamed up together on the golf outtng.
Karl newspaper won the "best new Hot idea" in circulation the year before when he introduced us all to the "Toad Suck Days" held each year in Conway. The idea was to take a stuffed Toad doll and place him through out the community and also to have subscribers take the toad with them on vacation and then have the subscriber and the toads picture in the paper. It was a great promotion to get the readers into the paper. Karl will be dearly missed. I will hit a shot in his memory at this year's golf outting.
Ted Madsen
Monday, September 22, 2008
I was sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I knew him only for a few months a long time ago when he was serviing as a missionary in Halden. Even though it was a long time ago and our friendship lasted but a few months, he made a lasting impression on me. At that time I was serving in Fredrikstad, just a few miles away. Karl was a fun loving guy and a good missionary and I enjoyed serving with him. I send my condolences and let you know that my prayers are with you and your family.
Ted Madsen
Tim Cordner
Monday, September 22, 2008
I served with Karl in Norway and remember him well. So sorry to hear of his passing. My wife and I still remember our short time in Arkansas back in 1981 and our weekends at the Sherwood home in Conway. You made us feel like family and we will always remember Karl and his family for their great hospitality. Our prayers are with you.
Paul Johnson
Saturday, September 20, 2008
I had the pleasure of serving with Karl in Norway and remember him fondly. My prayers are with the Sherwood family. He left a great legacy.
Craig Mathie
Friday, September 19, 2008
Dear Sherwood Family
I was in the LTM (now called MTC) group with Karl. What a fantastic guy and a great missionary. I remember him as a big teddy bear of a guy. I can still hear his Arkansas-drawl variety of Norwegian, which still makes me smile. Condolences for your loss.
God bless
Craig Mathie
Sherry Murphy Duncan
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Elaine, Paul, Brother and Sister Sherwood,
Just wanted to let you know that my heart and prayers are with you. Karl and I have been close friends since high school, even though I lived in Helena. I always knew that I could go to him whenever needed. I appreciate Elaine you being so understanding of Karl's service to others. I have not seen you for so long. I completely enjoyed our dinner together years ago at Brown's Restaurant in Benton. I had not heard how sick Karl was. I am so sorry. If you ever need help, please let me. Take care.
love ya,
sherry
Becky Webb
Monday, August 11, 2008
Nichole,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky
Krystal Hodges
Sunday, August 10, 2008
I went to Conway High with the sherwood kids and i wanted to let you all know that you will be in my prayers. and just take it one day at a time. i am truly sorry for your loss
Christy Neal
Saturday, August 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God watch over you and guide you through this hard time.
Jennifer Courtney
Saturday, August 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers have been with your family. May God be with you all, and help you through this difficult time.
Teresa Mallett
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Seth,
I am thinking of you and your family. I was glad to know your dad-he was smiling every time I saw him or spoke to him. Your dad will live on in you, you are so much like him. I will be lifting you all in my prayers.
Mrs. Mallett
BCMS 6th grade science
Emmalee (Hill) Lords
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I have many good memories of spending time with your family. Thanks for all of the good times. May God be with you. We love you!
Sandra Smith
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
We miss our visits as home teachers. Your family has such a sweet spirit and we are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Terry and Sandra Smith
Robert and Pearl Brumfield
Monday, August 4, 2008
Sherwood family, We offer our sympathy for your loss of Karl. He will be missed in so many ways. Please know that our prayers are with you now.
Colleen Holt
Monday, August 4, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss and will miss seeing Karl around town. He was a great co-worker and it was always fun visiting with him. He will be missed.
Stuart and Colleen Holt
Cindy Burns, CNM, APN
Monday, August 4, 2008
Nichole,
I am sorry for your loss. Your teacher, Miss Burns, UAMS CON
Donna Middaugh
Monday, August 4, 2008
Dear Nichole: My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you!
Donna Middaugh, PhD, RN
Associate Dean
UAMS College of Nursing
Patti Thurman
Monday, August 4, 2008
Karl was such a sweet person. I went to school with him and just last year visited with him a long time at our class reunion. I know he will be missed by all that knew him. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Patti Thurman
Emily Morrissey
Sunday, August 3, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man with a great smile. I know your pain and am truly sorry that you all have to feel it.
Julie Merrell Ellena
Sunday, August 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Karl's death. Our families go way back to the Mesa, Arizona days and the Animas, New Mexico days. Our fathers and mothers were best friends. We lost our brother Randy (who was Karl's age) this year and our Dad. They must be having a great reunion in Heaven. We know what you are going through and our hearts and prayers are with you. Brother and Sister Ray Sherwood were some of my favorite people. Brother Sherwood was a big tease also. Thank goodness for the gospel and all our promises. We will be thinking of all of you tomarrow.
Neena
Sunday, August 3, 2008
To Elaine, Children, and Grandchildren: I'm saddened to hear of your loss and will keep you in my prayers. God Bless
Neena
Brad and Erin Hill
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Karl was a good friend and mentor while I was growing up.
The world is missing one great man.
James,Rae and Traci Smith
Sunday, August 3, 2008
To the Sherwood family,
We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Karl was a great man and friend. He will be truely missed by everyone that knew him.
Log Cabin Friends
James, Rae, and Traci Smith
Susan Carlson
Sunday, August 3, 2008
I said, "Sometimes I fail."
He said, "I'll see you through."
I said, "But what if I fall?"
He said "I will carry you."
I said, "My fears are great!"
He said, "Trust Me alone."
I said, "But I'm depress."
He said, "I'll cheer you on."
I said, "Life isn't easy."
He said, "Please let Me help; remember I love you."
I said, "Lord, I accept."
by Perry Tanskley
Franci and Kerry Yancey
Sunday, August 3, 2008
As everyone knows how special Karl is, I can't bring myself to say was because in my heart he will always be there. I've known Karl for a very long time and can't imagine not being able to see or talk to him. Elaine and Kids we are so sorry and there aren't enough words in the dictionary to describe the feelings and emotions that you are going through during this time. But we do wish you peace, love and the knowledge that Karl will always be with you. There is a song that Tim McGraw sings that reminds me of Karl.... "Just to see you smile".
Amanda and Glynndia Robinson
Saturday, August 2, 2008
We just wanted to let ya'll know that Karl was more to us then a boss, he was are best friend. Ya'll are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. He will be so missed.
Laura Edenburn (Newlin)
Saturday, August 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Laura Edenburn (Newlin)
Joe Isom
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Paul and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Baker
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Sorry for your loss
Misty Young
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Ashley, you are in our thoughts and prayers. The loss of your father is a very hard and trying time, but your faith in God and the love of friends and family will pull you through. Let us know if we can help in any way.
Sam Parnell
Saturday, August 2, 2008
I worked with Karl at Hendrix College in the Athletic Department for a year or two. He was a good man, always considerate and reliable, and I consider myself lucky to have known him. He was very devoted to his family, so my thoughts and prayers go to them during this most difficult time.
Robert and Velma Collier
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sherwood family.
Dick Shook
Saturday, August 2, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about Karl's passing. We hope your family takes comfort in the promises of the gospel, and we want you to know that you are in our prayers.
Debi Chase
Saturday, August 2, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Karl's death. My prayers are with you and your family.
Raeleen Matlock
Saturday, August 2, 2008
I know that there are no words that will help, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wagner Family
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Joe,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Karl was a wonderful person who will be missed dearly.
Mike, Christy, Kylee and Will
Sandy
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Thoughts & Prayers to the family!!
Cassie (Hill) vonWeller
Saturday, August 2, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you. It is never easy to loose someone, expecially someone as great as your dad/husband. What a joy to know though, that he is with Heavenly Father. We love you all and miss you all dearly.
Aaron & Monica Dixon
Friday, August 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Karl will be missed by everyone.
Denise Hamilton
Friday, August 1, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathy to the entire family. We will take good care of Serenity when she gets back to Iowa. She has a lot of caring co-workers to help her get through the loss of her father.
Denise @ Nationwide Agribusiness
teri shock thomas
Friday, August 1, 2008
may God be with each and everyone of yall through this time of sorrow.karl was loved by many now he will be missed by many.we love ya karl.
Cheryl Edgmon
Friday, August 1, 2008
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Karl will be missed, but he got to go home yesterday! We loved him. Love, Mike and Cheryl