Sherman D. Wills Sr., 65, Indianapolis, IN passed away February 16, 2019.
Life and Legacy
Sherman D. Wills Sr., also known as Circle City Sherm, Big Sherm, Unk, husband, father, grandfather, friend and confidant and most known as The Mayor Of 46th Street.
He was delivered upon this earth on March 5, 1953 in South Bend, IN to Willie and Lucille Wills. Sherman was a twin (Herman) out of 13 children.
Sherman was an attendee of Riley H.S. and participated in the Upward Bound program in South Bend, IN where he met his wife of 44 years, Theresa N. Willis. They married June 15, 1974 and from that union came Sheresa (Niko) Sheppard, Lucretia (Jeffrey) Renfroe, Sherman D. Wills II.
Sherman & Theresa relocated to Indianapolis, Indiana in 1983. He was a dedicated employee of AT&T for 19yrs and Global Tel-Link for 15yrs and was a retiree from both. He was a member of Robinson AME for several years and a big part of the men of Robinson and the board of trustees. He then joined New Zion Community Church in 2013 where he loved Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior and through his love, he let his light shine by serving a host of ministries including, The Knights of New Zion, PLC, and his favorite The Voices of New Zion choir.
Throughout his life he was known for touching many lives directly and indirectly. He was serious yet funny, smooth but quiet. He was a great listening ear, with sound advice. He loved Gladys Knight, fishing and sports (North Carolina Tar Heels & Chicago Cubs).
Sherman was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lucille Wills; sisters, Elzina Lindsey, Joyce Stafford, and Doretha (Doddie) Shelton.
He is survived by his wife, Theresa Wills (Willis); children, Sheresa (Niko) Sheppard, Lucretia (Jeffrey) Renfroe, and Sherman D. Wills II; siblings, Charles (Ann) Triplett, Verse English, Willie Jr./Bubby (Glen) Wills, Minnie Wills, Herman Wills, Larry (Damita) Wills, Curtis/Rock (Becky) Wills, Phil (Birgit) Wills, Phyllis/Lisa Wills. He leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
He will forever leave a void on this earth.
Love & Light Big Sherm ❤
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at noon with calling from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at St. John AME Church, 1669 Columbia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202.
Rae Pearson says
What a wonderful man. I worked with Sherman for many years. My heart is sad to know he is no longer with us. My condolences to his family. He loved you all so much. Rest In Peace my friend
Roger Hortin says
I had the pleasure of working with Sherm for 20+ years. Never at a loss for “Sherm-isms”, he kept us all grounded, humbled and loving life – especially when life or the job had us down. When he retired, the office was just not the same. I will miss him greatly. May the fish in heaven all be keepers and the Cubs win them all. Til we meet again my friend.
Steven Lott says
Family, our hearts are broken upon hearing of Big Sherm’s passing, he was forever our friend and we all are looking forward to our reunion in the Heavenlies, May our Lord bring you comfort,
Friends of the 2-151 forever!