On Tuesday, December 29, 2020 Sherry Bejster entered Heaven in the same way she lived her life—with courage and grace.
Sherry was born in West Virginia but grew up in Ypsilanti, Michigan. She developed a love for animals early on—especially horses. Her last ride on earth was in September with her son, Ian Bejster, and husband, Fred Bejster. We imagine that she is riding a majestic Friesian in heaven today.
Sherry graduated from Faithway Baptist Church School and from Cleary College, where she studied Business Administration. Sherry worked as an executive assistant at various firms after graduating from college. She left the corporate world to care for her son, Ian, after his birth. During that time, she worked part time as a nail technician. Sherry met many dear friends during her time as a nail technician. Years later, Sherry renewed her administrative career with the University of Michigan and later U of M’s Health System. She worked with the Department of Neurosurgery for several years then as the Executive Assistant to the Emergency Department Chair.
At the center of Sherry’s world were her husband, Fred, and her son, Ian. Sherry, Fred, and Ian enjoyed traveling and outdoor activities together as a family. They hiked, skied, and fished both locally and out west. Sherry was most passionate about riding horses, owning several different horses during her lifetime. She also enjoyed supporting Ian in his various activities including competitive Tae Kwon Do, performing arts, and cross country.
Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Sherry would attest to her positive outlook. She always had a smile on her face. She was loyal and true to her family and friends. She was fun to be around and always up for an adventure.
Sherry battled pancreatic cancer for 18 months like a warrior. She never once shed a tear for herself. Her only concerns were for her son and for her husband. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family.
Sherry was preceded in death by her grandparents, Elva (Bishop) Martin and Marcus Bishop; her in-laws, Frederick and Angeline Bejster; and her biological mother, Ruth Charles.
Sherry is survived by her husband, Fred Bejster, and her son, Ian Bejster, both of whom reside in Gregory, Michigan. Her parents, Dean and Anna Bishop, reside in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Sherry was close to and survived by her siblings: Tammy Selvey Brock, Diana Grecu, Thomas Inman, Terri Plunk, Gloria Johnston, Terry Potter, Randy Potter, her brothers in-law and their spouses, and her many nieces and nephews.
Memorial visitation is scheduled for Friday January 8, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 6805 Mast Road, Dexter, Michigan. A Memorial Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. following visitation.
The family requests memorial donations in lieu of flowers to one of the following organizations which were important to Sherry: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dexter, Michigan, Starry Skies Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, or U of M Rogel Cancer Center Pancreatic Cancer Program Fund – 308187 .
