Sherry S. Dawson, 49, mother to Jared, Emily and Zack; grandmother to Kaylee, Jordan and Jackson. She was a daughter, sister, and aunt.
She loved and was loved by all of those who entered her life. She was a great inspiration for so many, because of her inner strength and determination. She was a world record breaking Para Olympian, wheelchair marathon racer, and wheelchair basketball player. She held the title of Challenged Athlete of the Year for several years.
Sherry's spirit always strove to excel and achieve what was possible no matter what the adversity. This was true not only in sports but her life in general. She lived by the motto "Stay Strong."
A celebration of Sherry's life will be held with a gathering of family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wed. Sept. 9, at Harding Funerals & Cremations. The burial will be in the family cemetery in Sissonville at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com. Harding Funerals & Cremations, 514 50th St. SE, Kanawha City is serving Sherry's family.