Sherry McFerrin Gregory

Auburn Community- Sherry McFerrin Gregory, 60, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 23, 2019, at her home surrounded by her family. She fought a long and incredibly courageous battle with cancer and is now perfectly healed in the arms of Jesus.
She was born on June 27, 1958 to Bobby Joe and Mildred McFerrin of Mantachie. She graduated from Mantachie High School in 1976 and continued her education at Itawamba Junior College where she was a member of the marching band and a vocalist in Kaleidoscope. After graduating Itawamba Junior College, she finished her education at The University of Mississippi where she was a member of the Pride of the South marching band. She received a degree in music and thus began her lifelong career and ministry impacting countless lives.
In 1983, she married Neil Gregory and their 35 year marriage exemplified loving each for better or for worse, as well as in sickness and in health. She was a mother to two children, Amy and Bob, and NanNan to two precious grandchildren, Eli and Avery.
At an early age, Sherry discovered her love and talent for music. She was known for her angelic voice which she used to sing praises to her Savior and also led others to praise Him as well. For 32 years, Sherry served the Lord as a Minister of Music and she also used her talents to perform at various events throughout the community and surrounding areas. She also passed on her love for music to thousands of students she taught as an elementary music teacher.
Though her love for music and her renown as a vocalist played a major part in her life, the love she had for her family and her magnificence as a wife, mother and Nan-Nan surpassed it all. A common sight at ballfields, gymnasiums, church programs, and award ceremonies for years, she delighted in watching her family do what they loved; especially her grandchildren, which she would insist she go see even if it meant being pushed in a wheelchair.
As a woman known for her strength by those who knew her best, she handled the most difficult times with a grace and a joy that could only be explained through her assurance in Jesus Christ. She consistently expressed thankfulness throughout trials, as they gave her the opportunity to grow in the Lord and make Him known.
She is survived by her husband, Neil Gregory; one daughter, Amy Hill (Adam); one son, Bob (Alex); two grandchildren, Eli and Avery; her parents, Bobby Joe and Mildred McFerrin of Mantachie; one sister, Beth Riley (Jack); one brother, Barry McFerrin (Billie); a special cousin, Sandy Ballard; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews that loved her dearly.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Shirley and Irene Ballard and John and Eula Mae McFerrin; her nephew, Mason Gregory; and her great-niece, Bella Cayson.
Pallbearers will be Terry Miller, Jack McFerrin, Matt Riley, Jeff Franks, Jared Bounds, Sean McMickin, Corey Franks, and Luke Franks.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Mac Gregory, Andy Gregory, Kenny Gregory, Bert Gregory, Scotty Bishop, Randy Jumper, Jack Riley, Barrett Bishop, Jordan Bishop, Cody Cayson, and Tedrick Ratcliff.
Visitation will be 4 until 8 p.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019, at W.E. Pegues, Tupelo and 12 p.m. until service time Sunday, May 26, 2019.
Services honoring her life will be 2 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2019, at the Jefferson Street Chapel of W.E. Pegues with Rev. Lowell Johnson and Rev. Bob O'Neal officiating. The eulogy will be given by Ronnie Hill. Burial will follow in Auburn Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to New Hope Baptist Church, 542 Rd 1009, Tupelo, MS 38804.
The service will be live streamed and recorded for those who may not be able to attend at www.peguesfuneralhome.com .
Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.peguesfuneralhome.com .