Obituary of Valerie Elizabeth Sheerer

“All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” Valerie Elizabeth Sheerer, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 25th. She was 47 years young and has left this world too soon. Those who were blessed to know her are better for it and surely will keep her memory alive forever. A Funeral Service and celebration of Val’s life will be held on Friday, October 30th at 11 am at the Norman Dean Home For Services, 16 Righter Ave. Denville. Friends, fans and relatives may visit with her family on Thursday, October 29th from 4-9 pm. Donations in her memory to the good work of the Joey Bella Fund are welcome. The Joey Bella Memorial Fund, Inc. 15 Myers Ave., Denville, NJ 07834. Born in 1968, Valerie was raised in Denville. She graduated from Morris Knolls HS and relocated to Jefferson Township 21 years ago where she raised her children and was fortunate enough to attend their events and celebrations as they grew. Valerie was an excellent cook, and had mastered the world’s BEST gravy. She was the friend who was always there first; the one everyone could count on. She was a friend, a daughter, a sister, a cousin; but above everything, she was a Mom. She loved her children. They were her universe and her greatest joys in this world. She was kind, beautiful on the inside and out, and possessed an amazing spirit which has not left us. She will be missed immeasurably, but never forgotten. Strangers and friends alike gravitated towards Val because of her infectious smile and all- embracing personality. She has left an impression on this world that will remain with all of those who had the good fortune of knowing her. Predeceased by her father William and her brother Christian; she leaves only happy memories to her adoring children Michael Sacco, Douglas and Taylor Demarest; her dear mother Mary Sheerer; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and acquaintances.