Garry M. ‘Buff’ Scherer

April 29, 1953-November 7, 2022

Garry M. ‘Buff’ Scherer, 69, of Lapel, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at his residence following an extended illness.

He was born on April 29, 1953, in Anderson, Indiana to Woodrow and Thelma (Gray) Scherer.

Mr. Scherer graduated from Lapel High School in 1972. He retired from Brockway Glass in 2014 after more than 30 years of employment.

He was a member of the Lapel Eagles Aerie 4323. Mr. Scherer was the former president of Lapel Little League and a former member of the Lapel Town Council. He was an avid fan of IU Basketball and the Pittsburg Steelers. He loved hotrods and rock music.

Survivors include his daughter Tarra (Shane) Kernodle of Lebanon; 2 grandchildren Chyanna (Alexander) Mason and Brady Giguere; 2 brothers Tom ‘Steve’ (Becky) Scherer of Farmland and Jay (Jovy) Scherer of Anderson; 2 great-grandchildren Haiden and Adaleisa; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years Marsha (Ballard) Scherer; son Douglas Scherer; and sister Shirley Scherer.

A memorial service is scheduled to be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, at Hersberger-Bozell Funeral Home, 1010 North Main St., Lapel.

Visitation is scheduled to be held from 5-7 p.m. on Monday Nov. 14, 2022, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lapel Little League.

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