Sheryl Farlin's Obituary
Sheryl Jean Farlin, 63, was born on August 17, 1953 in Shamrock, Texas and passed away on July 15, 2017 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.Sheryl graduated from Norman High School in 1971. She continued her education at the University of Oklahoma where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, a career which quickly became one of her dedicated passions. Sheryl spent over 40 years serving as a Registered Nurse in the NICU, and was widely known by coworkers and families alike as the smartest, most loving, and experienced nurse on the floor.Sheryl’s care for others went beyond her work. She was full of unconditional, unwavering love. On April 8, 1989, she married Jerry Farlin, and together they shared an adventurous life of hiking, camping, going on cruises, and experiencing all the world has to offer.She was passionate about gardening, and with her green thumb, had the ability to grow anything, anywhere- the more challenging, the better. Sheryl also enjoyed reading, collecting David Winter Cottages and Precious Moments figurines, planning the next adventure, and most of all, spending time with family.Sheryl is preceded in death by her father, Robert Ruttman. She is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, Jerry Farlin; mother, Margaret Oliver Ruttman; brothers David and wife Janie Ruttman, Steve and wife Debbie Ruttman, Robert and wife Jennifer Ruttman, and Tim and wife Patty Ruttman; stepchildren Larry and wife Anina Farlin, and Danielle Brummett; step-grandchildren Lilin Farlin, Josh Helgat, and Brittney Brummett; and several adored nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.Sheryl Farlin loved fiercely and was fiercely loved.A memorial service will be held in Sheryl’s honor at 12:30 in the afternoon on Thursday, July 20 at the Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Stevenson Cancer Center in Oklahoma City.
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