Sheryl D. Roche, 69

September 11, 2025

Sheryl D. Roche, 69, of Lancaster, passed away with husband Thomas by her side at Luther Acres after a lengthy illness on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was the wife of Thomas Roche for 41 years. Born in Mundelein, IL, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Charlene (Edwards) Druce.

Sheryl was a long time member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and was active with the church choir until the last few years.

Sheryl’s family moved from Grays Lake, IL to Lancaster when she was starting 8th grade. She graduated from Manheim Township High School. Sheryl received a bachelor’s degree in education from Mansfield University and a master’s in education from Shippensburg University. Early in her teaching career she taught for the IU13 agency, teaching gifted students in two different Lancaster County school districts. She took some time off to raise her daughter and then returned to teach with the School District of Lancaster.

A lifelong girl scout, she was a scout leader as well as a trainer of the trainers, helping new scout leaders on how to lead a girl scout troop.

Sheryl enjoyed spending time and travelling with her family (especially her daughter and grandson), sewing, quilt making, scrap booking, cooking, and baking and numerous other hand crafts.

Sheryl is survived by her husband Tom of Lancaster and daughter Susan and grandson Ray who live in Jonestown. She will be missed by her brother Jeff of Lancaster and sister Ann of Wyomissing, and their families.

Sheryl’s family will greet guests from 2 to 3 PM, followed by a memorial service at 3 PM on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Interment will follow the service in the memorial garden.

Sheryl loved her fun patterns on clothing, sewing her own, wearing pins, scarves, or other fun jewelry. Please wear your colorful outfit or accessories to the service.

Please omit flowers and kindly consider a contribution Sheryl’s memory to the St. Thomas Episcopal Church Choir, 301 Saint Thomas Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.