Sherilyn “Sheri” Sue Desaire, 68, of Salina would like to let you know that her work here on this Earth is done as she escaped her mortal realm on Friday, October 16, 2026. She received an unexpectedly quick call from God, an offer that she could not refuse, with a bonus of a reunion with her angel grandkids (Ethan Sankey and Isaiah Smith) and other family members that she has not seen in a long time.

Sheri was born on April 20, 1958, in Salina, the daughter of John (Jack) Emig, Marilyn Morton and Ralph Morton. Sheri is survived by her husband of 45 years – Marty Desaire, Daughters – Kristin (Amit) Save and Kendra (Matthew) Smith, Sister – Kathy (Don) Matkins and her niece Jenny McAnarney, Brother – Terry Morton, Sisters – Pam Schwartz and Paula Robertson, Grandchildren – Aidan & Logan Sankey, Keaton, Maliah & Isaac Smith and many extended family members and friends. Sheri is preceded in death by her parents and two grandkids – Ethan and Isaiah.

Sheri graduated from Abilene high school and later graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She dedicated her life as a nurse and worked for 40 years at Salina Regional Health Center. Anyone who knew Sheri would tell you that she did not just exist, but she lived, her presence was always felt, she loved hard, always had a broad smile on her face and had a heart of gold. She loved spending time with her husband, grandkids and daughters. She was the captain of our family, on-the bench cheerleader for her grandkids and backbone for her husband, Marty, in every step of his life. Her faith in God, and the love she had for the Church was undeniable and brought a spark on her face.

Sheri left this world knowing and experiencing that Kansas City Chiefs is the best NFL team she has ever watched, her grandkids could never ever do anything wrong (academically and in sports), spicy food was never her thing, could explore the dark nights while driving without any problems and would have an optimism of winning every time she entered the casino. The world is a little less sparkly without her in it.

The visitation will be from 4 pm to 8 pm Wednesday October 21, 2026, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St. Salina, KS. The Rosary will be at 7 pm. The funeral mass will be held at 10 am, Thursday October 22, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – 1000 Burr Oak Ln, Salina, KS, with Fr. Michael Elan officiating. A nightingale tribute by the Salina Chapter Nurse Honor Guard will be held during the service.

Burial will follow the service at Mount Saint Joseph Cemetery, 905 2400 Ave. Abilene, KS and a luncheon will follow the graveside.