Date of Service:
May 10, 2025
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John Scott Sherman Jr., 96 passed peacefully in April 2025, at home in Vero Beach, Florida.
“Jack” was well known for his intelligence, wit, generosity, kindness, and was of Christian faith.
He was born in Charleston, West Virginia in August 1928, and moved to Miami, Florida at 2 months old. His parents were Miami Pioneers and lived in Coral Gables.
He served in the United States Army during WWII.
He retired from the Indian River Property Appraisers Office after many years of independent real estate brokerage and appraisal. Retirement brought a move to Blowing Rock, North Carolina where he and wife, Nan, lived for many years.
He was a past president of the Rotary Club, Sons of the American Revolution and the local Board of Realtors. He had many interests such as golf, painting, needlepoint and was an avid reader. He served as museum docent and became a master gardener.
Jack received his BA from the University of Florida, class of 1952 and was an enthusiastic member of Theta Chi fraternity (TAU). Go Gators!
He is survived by his children, Roger, Liz and Andrew (Carman) Sherman; grandchildren, Christopher and Katie Sherman; and four beloved nieces, Adrienne, Julia, Rosemary, and Nancy Kain.
A Memorial Service and celebration of Jack’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10th at 2 pm at First Presbyterian Church Chapel, 520 Royal Palm Blvd., Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Indian River Land Trust, 3150 Cardinal Drive, #201, Vero Beach, FL 32963 or www.irlt.org/cfiles/join_memorial.cfm
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
Morgan Parker - Friend
April 16, 2025, 2:39 am
I was honored to have known your father and his absence will leave a void in the lives of all who knew him. peace and blessings, Morgan
Rod Morrison - Friend
April 17, 2025, 10:54 pm
What an amazing man your father was… He did so much for Vero Beach. And was a wonderful person. Heaven has definitely gained an angel.
Rosemary Kain - Niece
April 18, 2025, 12:18 am
My Uncle Jack was so funny and smart. He could of been a cartoonists. For many years he published a witty news letter about the going ons of his life and the world and towns around him. I saved them and treasured them . He could tell a good tale and he loved history,family,gardening,and kitty cats. I will miss him. I’m pleased to believe he is with his wife Nan,his dear sister Mary Jane and his parents John and Virginia in the big garden in the sky
Eugene O’Neill - Friend
April 18, 2025, 1:21 am
Very sorry for your loss. Jack was a true gentleman and a great appraiser. I’m sure he will be missed. Deepest condolences.
Kim Durrell - Friend
April 18, 2025, 11:57 am
Jack was the kindest gentleman I have ever known, his quick wit brought laughs from deep within. Sending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all.
Don Schneider - Friend
April 18, 2025, 1:32 pm
I loved your Dad and especially his great sense of humor. I remember well his presence at the Vero Beach Board of Realtors dinners at the Dodger Pines Country Club when his wit would have many of us rolling on the floor with laughter. He will be greatly missed by a great many people.
DeeDee MacWilliam Perkins - Friend
April 23, 2025, 12:13 am
My sincerest condolences to Liz and her family on the passing of Jack Sherman. He sounds like a wonderful gentleman who lived a full and happy life. Wishing peace and comfort to all.
Nancy Kain Gold - Niece
April 24, 2025, 3:22 am
My uncle Jack was an amazing person. He had many stories and experiences and generously shared his knowledge.
He always made me feel special and loved.
I miss him already and know I’ll miss him more each passing day.
May happy memories of your great dad bring you Peace my dear cousins.