Sherri Lynn Oxner

Sherri Lynn Oxner, 75, of Medway, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Born on January 4, 1951, in Dayton, Ohio, Sherri was the daughter of the late Arnold “Nick” Nickell and Betty Nickell.

Sherri was a caring, loving, and fiercely independent woman who lived life on her own terms. She valued her independence, remained true to herself, and approached life with strength, courage, and optimism, refusing to let her health challenges or physical limitations take away her zest for living. Her love for her family and friends will be remembered by those who knew her.

Sherri dedicated 40 years of her life to school transportation, beginning her career as a bus driver with Northwestern Local Schools, where she served for 25 years. She later continued her career at Tecumseh Local Schools, serving as transportation supervisor for 15 years. Throughout her career, she demonstrated a commitment to her coworkers, students, families, and communities she served.

Sherri is survived by her two sons, Steve (Kit) Oxner and Jason Oxner; five grandchildren, Brandon (Andrea) Oxner, Alex Oxner, Megan Oxner, Gabrielle (Aaron) Coates, and Kaitlyn Schlater; her beloved sister, Lisa (Michael) Heitzman; her devoted brother, Gregory (Paulette) Nickell; and numerous special nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

In addition to her parents, Sherri was preceded in death by her brother, William Dean Nickell, former husband, Ron Oxner, and her dear aunt, Sally Jones.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery.

Sherri will be lovingly remembered by her family and all those whose lives she touched. Memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at trostelchapman.com