Richard Sherock

Richard Sherock,74, of Girard, passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2024. 

Rick was born March 20, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to Nicholas and Betty (Kovachik) Sherock.

Rick was a graduate of Girard High School, class of 1968. Immediately out of high school Rick worked for approximately 10 years for US Steel in McDonald until their closing where he then went to work at General Motors. 

An avid sports enthusiast, Rick was actively involved in various local leagues. He was a member of the IFH Club, participated in the Tod Park and Royal Gardens bocce league, and played softball for several teams. Notably, he was a key player on the over 50 fastpitch hardball team and also took great pride in his role as an outstanding quarterback for the Girard Alumni football team, many considered Rick to have the best throwing arm in football and baseball. Rick also enjoyed listening to all kinds of music. 

Rick is survived by his beloved wife, Cynthia "Nindy" (Yotsnukis) Sherock; his mother, Betty Sherock of Girard; his daughter, Melissa (Donny) Ward of Liberty Twp.; and his grandchildren, Dylan, Evan, and Zachery. He also leaves behind his siblings, including Debbie Guthrie of Columbus, Julie (Steve) Stanec of Austintown, Christine (Carl) Racketa of Girard, and brothers Mark (Diane Kirk) Sherock of Centennial, CO, Nicholas (Jennifer) Sherock of Canal Fulton, OH, and David (Karen) Sherock of Girard, and Aunt Theresa Sherock, along with several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, December 17th from 11 AM to 12 PM at Blackstone Funeral Home in Girard with a service lead by family to follow.