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Sherie Lynn Anderson

08/27/1951 - 01/19/2025

Sherie Lynn Hawkins Anderson passed peacefully, surrounded by her children, on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

She was born to Margaret Elizabeth and Reed Cook Hawkins in Boise, Idaho, and was raised in a uniquely business-minded family. One of their first businesses was a small store in front of their house, and later, they became the owners of the Red Steer franchise restaurants. She recalled working from the young age of eight and often expressed gratitude for the experience, as it instilled in her a strong work ethic. Her family was known for taking on ambitious projects, often repeating the phrase, “Always a project, forever a dream.”

Sherie graduated from Borah High School in Boise, Idaho, in 1969. Later, in her adult years, she married Frans Daniel Verkerk and was blessed with two daughters, Valerie and Viktoria.

She later met the love of her life, William Edward Anderson. Their story began when Sherie owned a Baskin-Robbins 31 Flavors, where Bill was a regular customer—destined to fall in love. They married in Elko, Nevada, and embarked on many adventures together. They successfully owned and operated two fast-food, drive-through hamburger restaurants named Bronco Bill’s—famous for serving the best hamburgers in town!

Before their marriage, Bill had four children: Mel, Mindy, Justin, and Josh. Together, Sherie and Bill had two additional children, Jacob and Jeremiah Anderson.

Sherie was a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her greatest joy was serving alongside her husband, Bill, as Stake Mission Leaders, where they worked together to share their faith and love for the gospel.

Sherie spent many years as a successful real estate agent and often involved the entire family in preparing homes for sale. She always went the extra mile to make each house feel warm and inviting.

She had a passion for baking and cooking, especially her famous chocolate chip cookies, homemade rolls, and all sorts of other treats. She loved preparing meals for others, often making sandwiches for contractors working around the house—acts of service that truly reflected her love language.

One of her favorite sayings was, “Love you to the Moon and back.” This simple phrase encapsulated the deep love she had for her husband, children, and grandchildren.

She and Bill were blessed with many travel experiences, visiting places such as Rome and Hong Kong.

Sherie was preceded in death by her parents, Reed Cook Hawkins and Margaret Elizabeth Hawkins, and by her eternal companion of 44 years, William Edward Anderson.

She is survived by:

  • Siblings and their spouses: Gary Hawkins (Gail), Jan Hawkins, Luann Warren (Brad), and Karen Hawkins.
  • Children and their spouses: Valerie Verkerk (Joseph), Viktoria Verkerk, Jacob Anderson (Tanya), and Jeremiah Anderson (Samantha).
  • Grandchildren: Kolbie, Kinzie, Jayden, Blake, Sage, Sylas, Roman, Mckenzie, and Sienna.
  • Great-grandchildren: Ronan, Evelyn, and Gary Jr.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

 

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.

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  • Sherry Ellis and Shari Kline

    Her children adored her, what a beautiful testament to who she was! Many peaceful and beautiful moments were shared during the time of her illness., and passing. May the family find peace during this difficult time.

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