Gerald Sherman, 78

CRANSTON, R.I. – Gerald S. Sherman passed away on Oct. 4, 2024, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Anne (Hanson) Sherman for 52 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Milton and Sayde (Rosenfield) Sherman, he had lived in Cranston for over 50 years.

Gerald was a graduate of Hope High School, in Providence. He served during Vietnam and received an honorable discharge from the Air Force. He later earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island. He was a salesperson in the southern New England area and a tax preparer for H&R Block for over 20 years and Anthony V. Ricci CPA, Inc., for over 10 years, retiring in 2020. Gerald was a devoted member of Temple Sinai and was a former treasurer for the Chased Shel Amess Association.

He was the devoted father of Lynda Bohling and her husband, Greg, of Auburn, Massachusetts; and Marsha Cleff and her husband, Jack, of Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

He was the dear brother of Faye Sherman, Rachel Sherman and Sarah Sherman. He was the loving grandfather of two.

Contributions may be made to the RI Jewish Historical Association, 401 Elmgrove Ave., Providence, RI 02906 or a charity of your choice.