Sherri Ann Foreman

Sherri Foreman, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and cherished member of her community, passed away on August 1, 2026, Orange, TX. She was born on June 21, 1972, in Port Arthur, TX.

Sherri dedicated her professional life to shaping the future of healthcare as the Nursing Division Chair at Lamar State College-Orange Nursing Program. She took immense pride in her work, passionately sculpting the nurses of today with unwavering commitment. Her devotion extended deeply to her Catholic faith, which guided her through life.

Beyond her professional calling, Sherri embraced life with joy and enthusiasm. She loved being in, on, and around the water. Her heart was full when spending time with her cherished family and "framily." Sherri was also a vibrant participant in Mardi Gras, proudly reigning as the Queen of "One More." She loved music of all kinds - she knew every word, to every song, from every decade. She adored spending time with her children and grandchild, and her beloved dog, Josi, held a special place in her heart.

Sherri is survived by her devoted husband of nearly 33 years, Jimmie Foreman; her loving daughters, Hannah Champagne and husband, Evan, and Harli Foreman and significant other, Jack; and her adored grandchildren, Jaxson Carline and Della Champagne. She also leaves behind her father, Glen Sanders, and mother, Dorothy Sanders; her brother, Jason Sanders and wife, Shannon; and her nephews, Tyler, Tanner, and Austin Sanders. She is also survived by her father and mother-in-law, T-Ray Foreman and Brenda Foreman; her sisters-in-law, Wendy Frederick and her husband, Thomas and Amber Foreman and significant other, Aaron; and her nieces and nephew Kelsey McBride, Katelyn Fontenot, and Parker Foreman.

She was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, MawMaw and PawPaw Arabie, and Slick and MawMaw Sanders and her friend, Shane Champagne.

A Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 7 P.M, Wednesday August 5, 2026, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.

Sherri's warmth, dedication, and loving spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

In leiu of flowers, donations can be made to: Sherri Foreman Scholarship at LSCO. Donations can be made by calling the LSCO Cashier’s office at (409) 882-3371.