Sheryle Ann Martin, 80 years, of Temperance, MI passed away Friday, July 10, 2026 in her home surrounded by family. The daughter of Ronald and Bessie (Casabianca) Bomia she was born November 9, 1945 in Monroe, MI. Proud of her Sicilian heritage, she often sprinkled Italian words and phrases into conversation, bringing warmth, tradition, and a smile to those around her.
Growing up in Monroe she had worked at Ford Motor Company, was a nurse’s aide, and a corporate photographer. Sheryle had quite the sense of humor, was quick witted and could be goofy at times. A master gardener, she had the ability to grow tomato plants 8 feet tall. She loved cooking, baking, and making her special cannoli for large family events where she was well known for putting extra food on people’s plates when they weren’t looking. She also loved sewing and crocheting in her spare time and had quite the large collection of shoes from her shopping excursions. Her and her husband of 44 years, Lenny traveled to Florida every year for the winter and they also enjoyed taking vacations often to Las Vegas. An avid dog lover, above all Sheryle loved her family and looked forward to spending time with them.
Sheryle was a member of the Resurrection Polish National Catholic Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 192 in Temperance.
A nurturing, feisty, stubborn, supportive, loving, proud, determined and compassionate person, Sheryle leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, grace, compassion, and resilience. She found joy in life’s simple moments and treasured every opportunity to be surrounded by those she loved most. Though her presence will be deeply missed, the lessons she taught, the memories she created, and the love she shared will remain with her family forever.
She is survived by her loving husband, Leonard A. Martin; sons, Richard (Judith) Chadwell, David (Rosalyn) Chadwell; grandchildren, Michael, Crystal (Michael), Ricky, Dillian, Shelby, Christian, Hunter, Britney, Katilyn, Kyle; great-grandchildren, Kylie, Kayden, Brentley, Marissa, Bryson, Briella, Joslyn, Braelynn, Elyana, and Kyrie.
She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Lynette, Ronald, Donald; and a grandson, Jared.
Visitation will be Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel 8300 Lewis Ave. Temperance, MI where the funeral service will be held Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Lambertville Cemetery.
“As we honor her life, we will remember not only the woman she was, but the love she shared, the strength she showed, and the countless memories she gave us. Her greatest wish was simply to be surrounded by those she loved, and that love will continue to bind our family together for generations to come.” “Love Yous !!”
Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Monroe County or the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be shared at www.bedfordfuneralchapel.com.