For my dear sweet sister, a real giving tree.

Once there was a tree....
and she loved a little boy.
And everyday the boy would come
and he would gather her leaves
and make them into crowns
and play king of the forest.
He would climb up her trunk
and swing from her branches
and eat apples.
And they would play hide-and-go-seek.
And when he was tired,
he would sleep in her shade.
And the boy loved the tree....
very much.
And the tree was happy.
But time went by.
And the boy grew older.
And the tree was often alone.
Then one day the boy came to the tree
and the tree said, "Come, Boy, come and
climb up my trunk and swing from my
branches and eat apples and play in my
shade and be happy."
"I am too big to climb and play" said
the boy.
"I want to buy things and have fun.
I want some money?"
"I'm sorry," said the tree, "but I
have no money.
I have only leaves and apples.
Take my apples, Boy, and sell them in
the city. Then you will have money and
you will be happy."
And so the boy climbed up the
tree and gathered her apples
and carried them away.
And the tree was happy.
But the boy stayed away for a long time....
and the tree was sad.
And then one day the boy came back
and the tree shook with joy
and she said, "Come, Boy, climb up my trunk
and swing from my branches and be happy."
"I am too busy to climb trees," said the boy.
"I want a house to keep me warm," he said.
"I want a wife and I want children,
and so I need a house.
Can you give me a house ?"
" I have no house," said the tree.
"The forest is my house,
but you may cut off
my branches and build a
house. Then you will be happy."

Prayers for you Cricket as you navigate the coming weeks and months after this loss I only met Sherry a short time ago and realized how special she was to you Roger knew her when she was a young girl and remembers her as a  sweet and kind person .

Rhonda, you often spoke so fondly of Sherry, and how she was a rock for you.  I’m very sorry to hear about her passing.  Sending love and hugs to you.

And so the boy cut off her branches
and carried them away
to build his house.
And the tree was happy.
But the boy stayed away for a long time.
And when he came back,
the tree was so happy
she could hardly speak.
"Come, Boy," she whispered,
"come and play."
"I am too old and sad to play,"
said the boy.
"I want a boat that will
take me far away from here.
Can you give me a boat?"
"Cut down my trunk
and make a boat," said the tree.
"Then you can sail away...
and be happy."
And so the boy cut down her trunk
and made a boat and sailed away.
And the tree was happy
... but not really.

And after a long time
the boy came back again.
"I am sorry, Boy,"
said the tree," but I have nothing
left to give you -
My apples are gone."
"My teeth are too weak
for apples," said the boy.
"My branches are gone,"
said the tree. " You
cannot swing on them - "
"I am too old to swing
on branches," said the boy.
"My trunk is gone, " said the tree.
"You cannot climb - "
"I am too tired to climb" said the boy.
"I am sorry," sighed the tree.
"I wish that I could give you something....
but I have nothing left.
I am just an old stump.
I am sorry...."
"I don't need very much now," said the boy.
"just a quiet place to sit and rest.
I am very tired."
"Well," said the tree, straightening
herself up as much as she could,
"well, an old stump is good for sitting and resting
Come, Boy, sit down. Sit down and rest."
And the boy did.
And the tree was happy.

Rhonda and David,
Sending our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear sister. How wonderful she devoted her life to teaching children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sending hugs. 
Love, Julie, Chris, Talon and the rest of the Peace family.

Rhonda and David,

I am so sorry for your loss.  

With love and friendship,

Rhonda,
I am very sorry for your loss. I am sure your sister was a wonderful woman just like you are today.
God bless you and yours,
Jay

To Sherry’s family, 
May your loving memory of Sherry bring you comfort at this time and her love for you remain in your heart always.

Rhonda and David, 
So sorry to hear of this loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Rhonda, Karen and I are so sorry for your families loss. We hope that you find peace in the coming days. Sending love and positivity your way way.

Sincere condolences to all friends and family.

Dear Family of Sherry,

   I know you have made a profound and positive impact of the lives you touched including your sister Rhonda who has often talked about what a great sister you were and how much love and support she received from you. 

Sending Care
Ed Coambs

Getting older gets hard on several levels but to me when love ones depart this world, for those of us left, who do we call with a funny story, letting off steam, 'this happened and reminded me of•••memory'  the loss overwhelms again.    Keep each other close and appreciate the time together.  It is all too short.  Blessings Rhonda. Thanks for letting me know this sad news

She was the Librarian at Oak Hill Elementary many years ago when I was there! She was always very kind! Your family is in my Prayers!

All my condolences 💐 I’m sorry for your loss and extend my deepest sympathy to friends and family.

Praying for comfort for the family.  May her memory be a blessing!

My condolences to the whole family, David and Rhonda I love you

Rhonda sorry for the loss of your sister. It nice to see she helped so many children learn to read. She had to be a nice kid and generous lady. My prayers are with you and your family
Bill Fennell

I am so sorry to hear this. Continued prayers for all the family.

My precious friend, Sherry. I am so very thankful for your presence in my life these past 5 years. To call you my friend is one of the greatest honors of my life. You were an angel on this earth and now you have gained your heavenly wings. Thank you for your love.  Rest sweetly until I see you again.

Unfortunately I never had the opportunity to meet Sherry but I’ve known Rhonda for a long time. She spoke so much about her sister’s kindness. My condolences to the Francum family during this difficult time.

So very sorry..... Was just informed of this by a great friend of the family... You have my prayers and sympathy ...

I only met Sherry once,but I could tell she was a special person. I'm so sorry for your loss Cricket, sisters are a special gift! I know you will miss her terribly,  I'm here for you.  Love ya! 
Sheila

Sorry for your loss, prayers to the family.

Sherri was a  the best big sister, loving to all , and fun to be around.
She will be be missed by many but from her little sister most of all . So glad I got meet Sherri

What a loving heart!  In sympathy for your loss. Love, Linda and George Linfors

I've known Sherry for over 30 years. She was a kind, warm and caring person. The world has lost a really good soul. She will be missed. She was a great sister-in-law.
David

OBITUARY

Sherry Nadine Francum

15 February, 1951 – 16 December, 2024

Kirksey Funeral Home

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