Sheri Mahon

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Sheri L. Mahon, born July 31, 1965, to Carol Smith and Frank Gassaway, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer on October 20, 2025.

Sheri was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and “Nanny.” She and her husband, Jim, shared 39 wonderful years of marriage, celebrating their union on August 1, 1986. Together they built a beautiful family, raising three children: Jessica Mahon (Richie Baker), Cory Mahon, and Kim Mahon (Jayson Singer). Sheri’s greatest joy in life was her five grandchildren: Alexis Clark, Kohlsyn Singer, Zoey Mahon, Dalton Mahon, and Ryland Singer. She loved them deeply and made it her mission to spoil them every chance she got.

In addition to her husband and children, she is survived by her mother, Carol Smith; her brother, Terry (Tammy) Gassaway: Also surviving are her marital sisters-in-law Tina (Dan) Miller, Crystal (Kevin) Holland, and Mary Ann Passwaters; several nieces and nephews; and her loyal canine companion, Rocko.

Sheri was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Gassaway; grandmother, Jessie Roberts; grandfather, Emmitt Roberts; and step-father, David Smith.

Sheri will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was fiercely loyal, unafraid to speak her mind, and always stood up for those she loved. Her strength, love, and unwavering spirit were unmatched during her battle with cancer. Sheri’s love, loyalty, and obsession with owls were truly one of a kind, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know her.

Friends may call from 10:00 AM to 12 Noon, Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Hillis Combs Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville, where services will follow at 12 Noon, with Rev Darren Tolbert officiating. Sheri will be laid to rest in Zanesville Memorial Park. To sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note of condolence please visit wwwhilliscombsfh.com.

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