Longtime Brownwood Resident Sherry Ann Benbow Dies at 90

Benbow was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved quilting and coloring

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Sherry Ann Benbow, a 90-year-old resident of Brownwood, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2026. Benbow was born in Lubbock, Texas in 1935 and married Gerald Benbow in 1962. Together they raised two sons, Tom and Jeff, in Brownwood. Benbow worked as an executive secretary and was known for her skills in sewing, quilting, and coloring. She is survived by her husband, sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Sherry Ann Benbow's passing marks the end of an era for a longtime Brownwood resident who was deeply involved in her community and family. Her life story reflects the changing times in the region over the past nine decades.

The details

Sherry Ann Benbow was born on July 19, 1935 in Lubbock, Texas to Tom and Zaida (Waggoner) Verner. She married Gerald Benbow on July 29, 1962, and the couple raised their two sons, Tom and Jeff, in Brownwood. Benbow worked as an executive secretary at First National Bank and the Brownwood Bulletin. She was known for her skills in sewing, quilting, and coloring, creating many treasured keepsakes for her loved ones. When she could no longer quilt, Benbow took up coloring books as a hobby.

  • Sherry Ann Benbow was born on July 19, 1935 in Lubbock, Texas.
  • Benbow married Gerald Benbow on July 29, 1962.
  • Benbow passed away on February 8, 2026 at the age of 90.

The players

Sherry Ann Benbow

A 90-year-old resident of Brownwood, Texas who was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother known for her skills in sewing, quilting, and coloring.

Gerald Benbow

Sherry Ann Benbow's husband of over 60 years.

Tom Benbow

One of Sherry Ann Benbow's two sons, who lives in Wise County, Texas.

Jeff Benbow

One of Sherry Ann Benbow's two sons, who lives in Monahans, Texas.

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The takeaway

Sherry Ann Benbow's life exemplified the values of family, community, and creativity that have long defined Brownwood and the surrounding region. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her legacy will live on through the many lives she touched.