Sherrie A. Fandel

Sherrie A. Fandel, 61, of Garner passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 1st at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner with Rev. Joel Lintner officiating.

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Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church.

Memorials may be directed to the Garner Volunteer Ambulance.

Sherrie Ann Fandel, daughter of Charles and Bette Ann (Arnold) Goll, was born on October 14, 1964, in Britt, Iowa. She was baptized at Peace Reformed Church and later confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner. She graduated from Garner-Hayfield High School in 1983 before continuing her education at Hamilton Business College in Mason City.

On August 29, 1987, Sherrie married the love of her life, Bradley Fandel, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner. Together they built a beautiful life in Garner, where they spent nearly four decades raising their family and creating countless cherished memories.

For 15 years, Sherrie worked as a cook for the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community Schools. She especially treasured seeing her nieces and nephews come through the lunch line each day, always greeting them with a warm smile and a loving heart. The school became an extension of her family, and the friendships she made there meant the world to her.

Above all else, Sherrie loved her family. Whether gathered around the table, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying everyday moments together, she found her greatest happiness in the people she loved. She had a gift for finding joy in life's simple pleasures - caring for her colorful flower gardens, taking motorcycle rides with Brad, searching for hidden treasures at thrift stores, and spending time with those closest to her. Her home was filled with love, laughter, and the companionship of her faithful dog, Millie, and her cat, Dave, who brought her endless comfort.

Sherrie was also a devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where her faith remained an important part of her life.

Those left to cherish her memory are her devoted husband, Bradley of Garner; her children, Joseph (Ashley) Fandel of Johnston, Misty (Blake) Hoover of Klemme, Cody (Jessica) Fandel of Annandale, Minnesota, and Hailey Fandel of Garner; her father, Charles (Kathleen) Goll of Garner; her beloved grandchildren, Holden, Sawyer, Lennon, and Nellie Fandel; her brother, Robert Goll of Ankeny; many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly; along with her faithfully furry companions, Millie and Dave.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Bette Ann Muth; her infant twin siblings, Donald and Donna; and her brothers, Edward and Christopher Goll.

Sherrie will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle spirit, unwavering love for her family, and the quiet ways she made others feel welcomed and cared for. Her memory will live on in the lives she touched, the family she cherished, and the many memories that will forever be held close by those who knew and loved her.