Sherri LeBlanc

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Sherri Lee LeBlanc on May 7th at the age of 37 years old.

Sherri is survived by her loving partner, Nick Lavery, and their pride and joy, daughters Ainsley Jane and Heidi Marie. The deep love and friendship that Nick and Sherri shared will forever live on in the hearts and lives of their girls.

She will always be remembered as the heart of every gathering, making everyone feel welcome and as though they belonged. Like her beloved mother, Sherri cherished having her family close and found joy in bringing people together. Her love for family was the foundation of her generous and caring spirit.

Sherri had a vibrant creative spirit. Whether crafting, painting, baking, or pouring herself into passion projects, she brought artistry and love into everything she did. She inspired her daughters to find joy through creativity these quiet moments spent together brought her true happiness and comfort.

Her giving nature knew no bounds. Over the years, she gave generously of her time and resources, supporting many through charitable donations and her work with the Women’s Unlimited Program and the Employment Equity & Diversity Committee.

Sherri was predeceased by her mother, Paulette Samson-Phalen, and her father-in-law, Charlie Lavery.

She is deeply mourned by her father, Rodney LeBlanc (Bobbi); paternal grandmother, Irene Joyce (Meme); father, Albert Phalen (Arlene); and mother-in-law, Mary Lavery. Also grieving her loss are her siblings: Thomas Power (Shannon), Keith Power (Michelle), Albert Phalen (Christine), Amanda Harrison (Brian), Meghan LeBlanc (Ronnie), Kayla LeBlanc (Trent), Claire LeBlanc and Elizabeth Butts (Jason); Brother-in-law Charlie Lavery (Sam) and Dan Lavery (Jenna) and sister-in-law Kelly Lavery (Garrett). She will also be missed dearly by her best friend, Ellen Steylen.

Sherri leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who will forever hold her in their hearts.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 1–3 p.m. at Jobe’s JM Funeral Home, 635 Main St, Sydney Mines, NS. A private family Funeral Service will be held at a later time.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Sherri may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation – Mental Health Patient Care.
 

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