Rev. Sherman A. Bishop
Rev. Sherman A. Bishop
June 10, 1953 ‐ April 11, 2022
The Reverend Sherman A. Bishop, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 11, 2022, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband for 38 years of Deb Yandala, dear father of Matthew (Jen Engquist), Nathan, and Emily, cherished son of Ruth, and loving brother of Michael (Janelle), Diane, Kevin (Janice), and Bill (Kathleen). Born in Montana, and raised in North Dakota, he was a graduate of Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota, and Luther Seminary.
Sherman was ordained as a pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in 1981. He served as pastor of Holy Savior Lutheran Church in Detroit, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Dayton, as an assistant to the Bishop of the Northeastern Ohio Synod, as senior pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Westlake, and as interim pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Vermilion. He prioritized ecumenical work in the communities he served and held a deep commitment to justice and anti-racism.
He was an avid reader, a devoted Cleveland baseball fan, and world traveler who found adventure around every corner. Sherman enjoyed hiking and biking with his family, and leading canoe trips with youth and adults from the churches he served. He was also passionate about music, and especially loved singing in the Baldwin Wallace Men’s Chorus and cherished his time with this fine community of musicians.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 22, at 2:00pm at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Westlake, Ohio, with The Rev. Dr. Bishop Laura Barbins, Bishop of the Northeastern Ohio Synod, The Rev. Marissa Harrison, and The Rev. Charlie Woodward officiating. It will be live-streamed at www.princeofpeacewestlake.org.
The family will greet friends from 4:00 - 7:00pm on Wednesday April 20 at Prince of Peace.
Memorial contributions can be made to Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry, the Baldwin Wallace Men’s Chorus, or Good Soil Lutheran Ministries.
Guest Comments
Janice Radl
Sagamore Hills
Deb - Bob & I send our condolences and warm hugs to you and your family.
Pam Hickson-Stevenson
Akron, Ohio
Deb and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear husband, father, father-in-law, son, and brother. Although you are left to grieve and mourn, we all take comfort in knowing that he now is pain free and in God's loving care. You all are in my prayers. Pam
Mike Weilbacher
Philadelphia
My family joins yours in mourning the loss of Sherman-- so so sorry; please send our love and condolences to your wonderful kids. We'll always treasure your warm hospitality while bringing Hannah back and forth to Oberlin-- thank you for those stays. Please know we're all thinking of you and send you hugs from Philadelphia. Best, Mike
Dave & Cindy Glass
Akron, OH
Our deepest sympathies go out to Deb, Matt, Nathan and Emily, and all other family members and friends. Our prayers are with you as you grieve Sherm's passing.
Doug Piekarz
Akron ohio
Deb,
Deepest sympathies and condolences on the loss of your husband. My heart breaks for you. I am holding you, your husband and your entire family in prayer.
With love,
‘Doug Piekarz
Barbara and Mark Viets
Milford, CT
We’re grateful for our lives to be in touch with Pr. Sherman and Deb for several years at POP. We vividly remember and resonate with his singing voice and the communion music, with his unpacking and proclaiming the message for the day, with his passion for justice for all. Thank you!
Barbara and Mark Viets
Milford, CT
We’re grateful for our lives to be in touch with Pr. Sherman and Deb for several years at POP. We vividly remember and resonate with his singing voice and the communion music, with his unpacking and proclaiming the message for the day, with his passion for justice for all. Thank you!
Lisa King
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Deb,
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. I share my love and condolences for you and your family. I’ll keep you all in my prayers and hope that in time your fond memories will bring you peace.
Sending hugs to you Deb,
Lisa
Paul Mittermaier
Germantown WI
Dear Deb and family, Beth and I met Sherm at Holden Village in 1980, and I got reconnected with him 16 months ago over the funeral of a colleague of his. The joy of Jesus that he spread to others is so evident; and so is the need for Easter promise and Easter Joy this year. Peace to you all, as you celebrate his life and mourn his death.
Bob and Cindy Mittag
Beavercreek
Bob and I were blessed to have Pastor Bishop as our Pastor for many years. We worked with him on various committees and tasks and will always remember him with fondness. Our sympathy to Deb and all of his family.
Kathleen Adams
Bettendorf, Ia
We will surely miss you Sherman. So glad you are no longer in pain.
Stephanie (Duncan) Soon
Sun City West, AZ
I remember his life with gratitude and send my heartfelt condolences to his family.
Craig J Astler
Westlake Ohio
I so enjoyed Sherman's friendship, whether in conversation, social gatherings or events we shared (baseball games at Progressive Field were an annual event!). He was so well read and able to speak on so many subjects. I will forever treasure his warmth and generosity. He was a man of Christian faith and conviction who will always hold a special place in my life.
CAROLYN GREEN
DENVER
It was an honor and joy to know Sherman and enjoy his company with our families. My thoughts are with you all as I look back with a full heart and forward in anticipation of celebrating his life through rich memories. Love, Carolyn