Sherry Cartledge, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, at the age of 56. Ms. Cartledge, a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister was a dedicated employee at Leapin’ Lizards Pet Shop for 35 years where she built lasting friendships. She was very grounded in her Christian faith and was a prayer warrior. Though faced with many adversities, her inspirational and positive demeaner will be most remembered and she has left a lasting impression with everyone she met. 

Survivors include her life partner, Hank Adams; son, Christopher Mayes; grandson, Austin Mayes; mother, Sheryl Oechsle; father, Franklin Cartledge (Norma); sisters, Frankie Anne Small (Todd), Amy Abell (Robert); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.  

A Memorial Visitation for Mrs. Cartledge will be held Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, from 2–4 p.m., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. 

Gov. Brian Kemp’s latest executive order has eliminated restrictions on large gatherings; however, CDC guidelines recommend social distancing (6 feet apart) and wearing of masks while in public. Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home requests that you observe these recommendations while in our funeral home attending visitations and/or services. 

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