LINDA SHERMAN - MONKTON - Linda Sherman of Monkton, Vt. passed away suddenly on Feb. 26, 2009. Born on Sept. 16, 1936, in Punxsutawney, Pa. the daughter of the late Alexander and Virginia Shema. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Paul Sherman; a daughter Deborah Sherman of Monkton; a son Eric Sherman of Granville, N.Y.; her sister-in-law Rosellen Potter of Acworth, Ga.; nieces and nephews, Vic and Tory Werne, Karen Potter and Kip Potter; as well as her longtime friends in New York and Georgia. She is predeceased by brother-in-law Kenneth Potter. Linda graduated from Granville, N.Y. High School in 1954, and attended Keuka College in New York State, participating in a work / study program in London, England during the summer of 1955, with side trips to several European countries. She married Paul Sherman in 1958, and settled in Hudson Falls, N.Y. A mom and a homemaker, she was also an antique dealer and collector and was well known for her expertise in early American glassware. She continued with this interest after moving to Canton, Ga. in 1990. She and Paul loved attending flea markets, county fairs, historical sites, and outdoor events throughout the northern and southern states. She and Paul moved to Vermont in 2002, where she more recently has enjoyed annual outings to the Vermont Mozart Festival. Linda loved animals and they loved her. A dog owner for much of her life, she also enjoyed visiting the animals at the county fairs and was a member and frequent visitor of Zoo Atlanta. Another of Linda's favorite pastimes was baking and she is famous among friends and family for the hundreds of dozens of cookies she has bestowed upon them throughout the years. She also enjoyed entering her baked beans and baked goods at the Addison County Fair and Field Days. Linda's playful spirit was well apparent in her love for decorating her home for every holiday, special occasions, or any occasion at all. Linda will be remembered for her spunky spirit, good humor and wit even through decades of living with the many complications of diabetes. Memories of her generous nature and beautiful smile will be in the hearts of many. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, March 8, from 1 to 2 p.m., and a memorial service will begin at 2 p.m., in Sanderson Funeral Home, 117 South Main Street, Middlebury, VT. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Addison County Humane Society Shelter, 236 Boardman Street, Middlebury, VT 05753.