Sherri Ann Chaapel

Sherri Ann Chaapel obituary

Sherri Ann Chaapel

Sherri Chaapel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, Inc. on Oct. 13, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Sherri A. (Bassett) Chaapel, 62, of Troy, passed away at her home on Saturday, October 11, 2025, while surrounded by her loving family. Sherri Ann was born May 1, 1963, in Troy, a daughter to Berdene Podaski and the late Michael Bassett. On June 5, 1993, Sherri married Dale Chaapel in Troy. Together they shared 32 years of marriage and raised two sons. Sherri was employed by Stella's Restaurant, formerly Edgewood's, in Troy and most recently by Tina's Iron Skillet in Sylvania.

Sherri loved nature, especially watching cardinals and the deer behind her house. She was very creative and enjoyed doing diamond art.

Sherri leaves behind, her mother, Berdene, husband, Dale, sons, Scott Bassett and Dustin Chaapel, grandchildren, Serina Bassett, Jared Bassett and Wyatt Chaapel, brothers, Lynn (Cheri) Bassett, James Bassett and Scott (Jean) Johns, her best friend, Pauline Brown, brothers in law and sisters in law, Victor (Kathy) Chaapel, Loretta (Steve) Wilcox, Bonnie (Roy) Snyder,, Donna (Randy) Porter, Cindy Longstreet and Barbara (Mike Dowling) Chaapel, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Besides her father, she was predeceased by a brother, Michael W. Bassett and a sister-in-law, Nancy Chaapel.

A celebration of Sherri's life will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers and because of her love of animals, please consider a memorial donation in Sherri's name to a local SPCA of choice.

The Pepper Funeral Home and Cremation Facility in Canton is assisting the family with arrangements. To share memories and condolences to the family you may visit www.pepperfuneralhomes.com

To send a flower arrangement in memory of Sherri Ann Chaapel, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Sherri Ann Chaapel, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

Memorial Donation

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Pepper Funeral Home & Cremation Facility, Inc.

578 Springbrook Dr P.O. Box 173, Canton, PA 17724

Make a Donation
in Sherri Chaapel's name

How to support Sherri's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Sherri Chaapel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Sherri Chaapel's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?