George Robert Sherman, age 85 of Old Fields, WV, passed away Friday evening, February 13, 2026, at his residence with his loving family at his side. Born on May 9, 1940, in Fisher, WV, he was a son of the late William Highberger Sherman and Ada May Cook Sherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister and three brothers.
George was a kind and generous man who loved his Lord, his family, and helping others. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed taking pictures of his trips and wildlife. He also enjoyed walking on the beach and finding shark’s teeth. He had a passion for everything concerning nature. His favorite pastime was going to the camp, sitting on the porch swing and listening to the river. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, retired from Hester Industries after 40 years but could not stand being idle and decided to go to work at American Woodmark for several years.
Surviving is his loving wife, Joan McArthur; daughters, Robin Miller, granddaughter, Michelle (Randall) Wolfe and great-grandchildren, Danica & Delanie; Kelly(Kevin) Cronin, grandson Bryan (Christine) Loggins and great-grandson, Christian; son, George “Bud” (Leana) Sherman, grandchildren, Briana & Madison and great-grandchildren, Waylon, Johnathan and two on the way; sisters, Linda (Ray) Bergdoll and Doris Sherman; brothers, Eugene (Hilda) Sherman and Lawrence (Bessie) Sherman; special friends, Gerald (Judy)Sherman and Donnie (Arletta) Miller, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Private Graveside Inurnment with Military Honors was held in the Newhouse Cemetery.
A quote from his favorite poem was … “Let me live by the side of the road and be a friend to man.” This is how George lived his life and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. To offer condolences, share memories, or upload photos in honor of George’s extraordinary life, visit his Tribute Wall at www.fraleyfuneralhome.com and celebrate the impact he made on all those around him.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Fraley Funeral Home.
