Monroe, NH Sherman K. Quimby, 80, of Plains Road, died on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 peacefully with his family by his side. He was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, July 12, 1928 the son of Owen H. and Della (Kay) Quimby. Mr. Quimby graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School and served with the U. S. Marine Corps from August 28, 1946 to July 19, 1948. He worked as a mechanic for New England Power at the Comerford Station, Barnet, VT until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of the Monroe Men s Club and Monroe Community Church. Sherman was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking, and had a passion for picking berries. He also enjoyed riding his scooter. During the winter months, he enjoyed going to area high school basketball games. He also enjoyed woodworking and building his own home. He was particularly fond of his grandchildren and great grandchildren and spoke with them regularly to keep up to date with their lives. He was predeceased by a son, Michael Quimby on July 22, 1996; a sister, Mary Lasnier; and a brother, Richard Quimby. Survivors include a daughter, Linda White and husband Gary of Monroe, NH; a son, Timothy Quimby and wife Sandy of Barnet, VT; five grandchildren, Christine White, Michelle White, Jennifer Quimby and fianc Stacey, Beth Cutter and husband Jody and Nicholas Quimby; 2 great granddaughters and 4 great grandsons; several nieces, nephews and cousin Bernice Quimby. A calling hour will be on Friday, July 25, from 1 to 2 PM with the funeral service following at 2 PM, at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch Street, Woodsville, NH, with Rev. Donald Thomas officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, Attn: Lory Grimes, RN, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819.