In Memory of Sherry

Many of the regular visitors to What Did You Eat? have already heard the tragic news that this site's creator, Sherry Cermak, died on July 20, 2008 of a sudden heart attack.  Sherry was part of two wonderful blogging communities. The food bloggers, which was the main topic of What Did You Eat?, and the cat bloggers where she posted updates on the lives of her cats and rescued wildlife (squirrels) on WCB.  Sherry shared parts of her personal life on her blog, most recently her anemia and what she was cooking and eating to improve her blood count.  She had started a new blog "My Battle with Anemia", but died before she could make the initial posting.

The response to Sherry's death has been overwhelming.  So many of her friends and fellow bloggers have left messages of sympathy to her family and expressions of love and gratitude for how much they enjoyed reading her blog. Thank you to everyone who came to visit Sherry's site, whether you left a comment or not. Blogging was an important part of her life.  It allowed her to write about the things she was passionate about -- good food, cooking, pets and wildlife. She enjoyed reading other blogger's sites and corresponding with them.  She established a network of good friends, most whom she never met in person but was able to touch their lifes through her kindness, wisdom and thoughtful postings.  Humor was a big part of Sherry's writings.  She made many readers smile and laugh. We will all miss that very much.

Thanks to the wonderful food and cat blogging communities who gave their support. Bless all of you.

Those who wish to sign a remembrance guestbook online may do so at www.wiscombefuneral.com.

Sherry's husband, Bob

Comments

[K]

I am beyond shocked. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I enjoyed reading her posts so much. Her wit and joy for life evident in her writing as was her tremendous heart - her grief over the loss of her sister and then Upsie as well as her adopting of and caring for the animals she wrote about and I suspect people she did not. What a strange and wonderful world the online community is - that someone can effect the lives of so many people.

[Rae]

Oh I am just so sad to read this! I always read Sherry's blog but never left a comment. I regret that now. Lots of sympathy, thoughts and prayers go to you and her family.

[Pia]

Such tragic news, I'm so very truly sorry to hear about this. I've enjoyed reading Sher's blog and especially the wonderful posts and pictures of the cats and squirrels, I found my way here through the WCB once upon a time.

My thoughts are with you and my deepest sympathies too.

Pia, Stockholm, Sweden

[Indian Girl]

I am very sorry to hear about Sherry. I just discovered her blog and feel terrible that such a wonderful person is not amongst us anymore.
My condolences...

[Lisa]

Bob, I'm so sorry. What a shock. Sher was so supportive of me when I first started my own food blog; she commented often, which was so encouraging, and she put me in her blog roll, which was thrilling. This is a terrible loss and I wish you all the support and comfort in the world.

[Candice]

My condolences. She will be missed by her fellow food bloggers.

[meeso]

I'm so sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Sherry. Though I never knew of her blog until now, I am always saddened by the loss of life and one so cherished by the people who knew her. My sympathies to her friends and family at this time.

[Belinda]

Oh, Bob, I am so, so sad about Sher, and my heart aches for your loss. I always loved reading Sher's blog, and hearing about her work with the little squirrels and her beloved cats, not to mention her incredible recipes. I simple can't believe this news. Saying she will be missed is an understatement. Just what a truly lovely person she was came though in every post and every commnet she made. My heart goes out to you. God bless you...Belinda

[Christy]

Bob, I am stunned and saddened by this news. I had the good fortune to meet Sherry several months back when I took an orphaned squirrel we'd found in our Carmichael yard to Sherry. Sherry was everything you'd gather her to be from this blog -- funny, smart, caring and truly a generous and loving spirit. Her e-mails updating me on the little Rio's progress continued to convey her bright and sunny personality. Our world is much more poor for her absence...but I just know that she's picking fresh peaches somewhere with her beloved Upsie at her feet and all of the little wild creatures she loved darting from branch to branch around her...making that next world all the more bright with her love. My heart goes out to you Bob, and all of your family. Please know that her legacy extends far and wide - and may we all honor her by carrying on her gracious ways. Peace be with you!

[ann]

I'm so sorry to be finding out about Sher so long after this happened. My thoughts are with all of you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sher was an amazing woman.

[Chuck]

My deepest sympathies for your loss. This was always one of my favorite food blogs. I loved the recipes and the cat pictures and stories. It was like visiting the home of a dear friend.

[Curvaliscious]

I am stunned. I have enjoyed reading Sherrys blog for quite some time now. She was an inspiration to me and I am so sorry that she is gone.

May your family know peace and love during this time of mourning. I cannot begin to imagine your pain.

[Anne]

I'm really sorry Bob to hear of your sad loss, I loved looking at the blog.
Anne

[Lori Lynn @ Taste With The Eyes]

Dear Bob - I have been back several times searching for an appropriate comment, it seems I have none. I read all of Sher's pasta recipes in one sitting, and enjoyed every minute of it. I am so sorry for your loss. Instead of waiting for the perfect comment, I just want to say that as much as a stranger can feel your loss, I do. May you find some comfort in the comments posted on Sher's blog.

[Mallow]

I was so, so , so sorry to hear about this. She will be missed in the blogging community. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Melly]

I haven't stopped by in weeks and I am heart-broken to read about Sher's death. I am so very, very sorry. I just can't believe this.

Bob, my deepest sympathy to you. She had the best food blog around!

[Jade]

Though this is my 1st time visiting this blog, from what I have read, Sher is a well-loved and respect blogger in the blogging community. My prayers and thoughts goes out to you and your family.
Take care.

Jade

[Mikky]

my deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family... i know how hard it is to suddenly lose a loved one, i just did... lost my dad 2 months back and the hurt is still inside... but i continue to pray for God's comfort... my prayers...

[Mikky]

my deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family... i know how hard it is to suddenly lose a loved one, i just did... lost my dad 2 months back and the hurt is still inside... but i continue to pray for God's comfort... my prayers...

[Mikky]

my deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family... i know how hard it is to suddenly lose a loved one, i just did... lost my dad 2 months back and the hurt is still inside... but i continue to pray for God's comfort... my prayers...

[Mikky]

my deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family... i know how hard it is to suddenly lose a loved one, i just did... lost my dad 2 months back and the hurt is still inside... but i continue to pray for God's comfort... my prayers...

[mandira]

Dear Bob,
I am so sorry to hear of sherry's passing. I have been following her blog for so long and will miss her presence.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

[Lisa]

Bob, I just wanted to let you know that I dedicated this year's Julia Child event to Sher. I certainly missed her this year. All the best.

[LiberalFoodie]

To, Bob and Sher's family

I am sorry for your loss. I have been away from blogging for few weeks and am shocked and saddened to read this. Her writing style was fun to read because she always incorporated unique recipes and stories in each post. She will be missed. I hope the best for you and the family.

[Carolina2]

This is very late. I just followed a link to this site posted at Nice Cup of Tea and a Sit-Down, as he said there was a recipe for Empire Biscuits here. After saving the recipe, I decided to read the site, starting at the most recent entry, and found this. I am so sad to hear this news. I am an avid reader of food blogs, and don't know how I never found this one. Your wife seemed to be a beautiful person, and I am honestly as saddened by this news as I would have been had I been a long-time reader. The loss of any member of the 'foodie' community will always feel like losing one of our own. Please leave the site up. I would love to be able to come here later and read all of it.

God Bless You All
Carolina de Witte

[Gloria]

I knew this sad new but I wanto tell you I really sorry dear, I hope she always be with you, hugsss! Gloria

[Mae]

Hi Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. It is a shock to hear her passing. I am deeply upset as i have not been blogging recently and to only hear this news now. I am lost for words...

My condolences to you and your family. She will be greatly missed.

[Kristina]

Unfortunately I discovered "What Did You Eat" posthumously. I am so sorry for your loss, Bob. I hope you keep this site up and running for us to peruse forever!

[Teresa]

I'm truly sad to hear this news. I loved reading about Sherry's cooking exploits and stories about the cats. My condolences to you, Bob, and the rest of your family.

[Jen]

I don't even know where to begin, and I haven't been by this blog in so long....just how sad I am to read of this- I am SO very sorry Bob. I am just in shock right now.

Sher was an inspiration to me, the pictures she posted, the love she shared for her fur friends and fur babies...I am at a loss and just in deep shock.

If there is anything I can do please do not hesitate to contact me.

With love and condolences,
Jennifer