Sheree D. Acre, 57 yrs old of New Berlin, NY gained her greatest victory by passing away at her home after a valiant fight against cancer on June 20, 2015.
Sheree was born on July 9, 1957 in New Berlin, NY the daughter of Ken & Ellen (Crandall) Carpenter. Her childhood was spent in the Pittsfield and New Berlin, NY areas. She was a 1975 graduate of New Berlin Central School and a 1977 graduate of Mohawk Valley Community College. She became the first female police officer in Norwich, NY and was a retired criminal justice teacher at BOCES. She was a health care provider and director of special needs at Sky Lake Camp for several years and was an active member of Skills USA, a student leadership organization. Sheree also served as a pastor for several local churches and was a member of the New Berlin Emergency Squad and an ER Tech at Bassett Hospital.
On October 12, 1985 she married Mike Acre who survives her.
She is also survived by her children; Shawn and Caree Acre of New Berlin and Debby Gerl of Woodstock, GA and granddaughter Makenzie Acre, as well as her brother; Dan Carpenter & his wife Diane of Cazenovia, niece and nephews; Robin Beckwith, Brad and Keith Carpenter, sister-in-law Beverly Carpenter and special life-long friend Cindy Figger.
She was predeceased by her parents Ken & Ellen Carpenter and grandparents; Gladys & Glen Carpenter as well as one brother, Charles Carpenter.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church, New Berlin, NY with Pastors Lyle Linder and Richard Anderson officiating. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Dakin Funeral Home LP, New Berlin, NY.
The interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, New Berlin, NY.
Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, New Berlin, NY. |
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Les Prether
Centerville, OH
my grandpa
Karen Wellner
Tempe, AZ
Sheree and I graduated from NBCS together. We were teammates on all of the sports teams and we co-coached pee-wee baseball together for two years. I am deeply saddened by her passing; peace to Sheree and my condolences to her family.
Peter Gordon
Kigali, Rwanda
One of the most inspiring colleagues I have ever had. Sheree epitomized professionalism and courage. We are all poorer without her.
Tom Benson
New Berlin, NY
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Sheree. She has a been a wonderful friend and she will be missed. My condolences to her family.
Jennifer A. Benson
New Berlin, NY
Dearest friends and family of Sheree Acre, In my short time of knowing Sheree, I was touched (and still am) by her enormous showing of strength, bravery, faith, service and love of others. Sheree has inspired me to be grateful for every day we are given. I think this quote speaks for itself. Sheree you are loved. "Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation." ~Kahlil Gibran
Cindy Buteau
Deposit, NY
Dear Family, May memories help you through this difficult time. May you be inspired by Sheree's strength. You are in my prayers.
Joe Norton
Sidney, NY
Nobody could take your spirit away from you except God. With Love, Joe.
Lori Grace
Edmeston, NY
Sheree was a beautiful person, and someone you could always look up to, and will be missed by all who knew her. I have fond memories of her as my first softball coach, and knew her later work as a police officer, a healthcare provider, and of course, as a pastor and spiritual leader. Heartfelt sympathies go out to her family and her dear friends.
Amy Fancher
New Berlin, NY
To Mike, Shawn, Caree and Makenzie I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Sheree as one of the strongest women I ever had the pleasure to know. We met over 17 years ago and our daughters played basketball together. I must say we had a couple of interesting years with the UV girls varsity basketball team. Sheree was a hell of a fighter and I will miss seeing her around town at the Y and around the school, there to see our granddaughters play sports. Rest in Peace my friend.
Linda Button
PIttsfield, NY
Mike & family...sorry to hear of loss.
Steven Engler
Sidney, NY
(student at Boces from 2007-2009)
Dear Mrs. Acre and family, My heart broke today when I heard of the passing of Mrs. Acre. She was without a doubt my favorite teacher and the 1 person who inspired me most in HS. My lifetime love of criminal justice came from my many years as her student. She was a teacher who taught from the heart. She made you believe that you were important and gave you the confidence every day to believe in yourself. She was a big smile and had a strict passion for what she loved. I truly looked forward to my home and school lessons as I felt successful and accomplished because of her support and confidence in me. While I mourn the loss of a great women,I feel blessed and honored that she was a part of my life. God Bless.
Suzanne Mazoff
Lay Servant Cobleskill United Methodist Church
Cobleskill, NY
To the family and friends of Sheree D. Acre. Our sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one. We recently received word from our Superintendent, Jan Rowel, of the passing of Sheree and her struggle with such a long illness. Please know that we, the Cobleskill United Methodist Church, are holding you all in prayer and ask that God wrap his loving arms around you all as your grieve this great loss. And we ask this in Jesus' name. Amen
Mike Ulrichs
Sidney Center, NY
So sorry to hear this sad news.
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Sheree well, but everything I've heard told me she is a strong, wonderful woman in many ways.
Terry Sue Potter (Hill)
South New Berlin, NY
My condolences goes out to the family of a very special young women. From childhood- adulthood we had many good times together. R.I.P. Sheree, you no longer have to fight. You are pain free now. Sheree was such an inspiration to so many of us. Her words of encouragement to me, when I was fighting cancer, will always and forever stay with me. Love you, Sheree, fly high. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.
Gina Perry
Albany, NY
Deepest Sympathy to the Acre and Carpenter families. I have very found memories of Sheree of my childhood when we moved to New Berlin. Sheree and I played softball and basketball together. She was a great sportswoman and played with compassion and heart. In later years our lives took different paths but when ever I ran into her she always would chat! She made great memories! May you now have comfort and peace.
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