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" Sherry Jean Kirby-Araujo, 50, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and Mimi/grandmother passed into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Adler center for caring after a 2-year courageous battle with Cancer.

Born in Annandale VA, she was the youngest daughter of 3 children. She graduated from Palm Beach State college class of 1997 with her associate degree in accounting.

Throughout her life she had many different careers in fields such as: accounting, nursing, and childcare. Although her main job was to be a stay-at-home mom for her 5 children (nieces included).

Above all, Sherry is remembered for her kind and giving heart. She always lent a helping hand to whoever was in need no matter how she was feeling herself. Once any child came into her life, they then became her child, and she treated them as such. Many know her for giving her shirt off her back to anyone in need.

She will be forever missed, but we find peace knowing that she is now free of pain and walking with our Lord as she watches over us daily.

Sherry is survived by her loving children, Kirby and Diana Alford of Strasburg, VA, Renee and Madelyn Kirby of Leesburg VA, and Karla and Justin Wiley of Marshall, VA. her parents, Patricia Harrison of London, UK; Clegg Eagelson of Reston,VA. Her Brother Bill Redmond of Kennesaw, Georgia. her nieces and nephews; Billy Beach of Olin, North Carolina, Jonathan Redmond of Ellicott City, MD Christina Redmond of Mooresville, NC Jessica Redmond of Aikens,Sc; Mckenna and Jacob Redmond of Kennesaw, Georgia. Her grandchildren Jaxon, Raelynn, Serena, Ariela, Miles and 2 on the way.

Friends and relatives are invited in celebration of her life from 12:30pm to 3:00pm at Lucketts Community Center; 42361 Lucketts rd, Leesburg VA 20176. (please bring a dish to share if attending) In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to... https://gofund.me/d05626f1

The family would like to thank the incredible staff at the Adler center for caring for their effortless care and attention on her final days on earth. "