Sherry Renee Threlkeld Bertram passed away May 23, 2006, in Arlington, Texas, after an extended illness of cancer.

She was born on November 15, 1955 in Shawnee to S. R. and Billye Threlkeld.

On September 28, 1977, she married Steve Bertram in Shawnee.

Sherry was employed with ONG for 26 years.

She would like to say a special thank you to her husband, family, friends and co-workers for their constant love and support throughout life's ups and downs. Thank you for all the lovely cards, letters and phone calls offering encouragement.

Preceding her in death were Fred and Gladys Bertram.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Bertram; parents, S. R. and Billye Threlkeld of Shawnee; sister and brother-in-law, Connie and Bill White of Shawnee; brothers-in-law and wives, Max and Julie Bertram of Shawnee and Mike and Anita Bertram of Shawnee; special friend, Corretta Blancett; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and her beloved dog, Itsy Bitsy.

A celebration of life service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Immanuel Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund, 1101 E. Main, Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801.