Pastor Lillian A Sherrod-Young

Pastor Lillian Sherrod-Young was born on November 6th, 1944, in Westpoint, Mississippi to Homer Young and Helen (Hinton) Young.

At the age of 26, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and developed a deep love for God's Word. Her unwavering faith became the foundation upon which she built a life of service, ministry, and compassion.

Pastor Young faithfully answered God's call to ministry and dedicated her life to preaching the Gospel, through her God-given ministry, “God’s Total Network.” Her life’s passion was encouraging believers and serving her community; as she managed the city’s two community centers. Through her leadership, wisdom, and heartfelt prayers, she inspired many to grow in faith and trust in God’s promises.

She was well known for her kindness, strength, generosity, and commitment to helping others. Whether in the pulpit, in her home, or throughout the community, Pastor Young truly exemplified Christ's love and left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

On June 15th, 2026, surrounded by the love of family, she departed this life and entered eternal rest.

She leaves to cherish her memory: her husband Ronald Young, her baby sister Cheryl Young; her children:  Helen Rodriguez of LaPorte, IN, Carmalene “Pepper” (Tony) Smith of Fort Wayne, IN, Thomas Sherrod, Darrin (Katie) Sherrod, Kevin Sherrod, Joseph Sherrod, all of Michigan City, IN and Daniel Sherrod; her sisters in love: Faith Ann Dent, of Chicago, IL, Gloria Young, June Key, Carolyn Sherl all of Gary, IN, Margaret (Chuck) Higel of Sarasota, FL, and Mary Dawson of Lafayette, IN; her Grandchildren, in whom she had a direct hand in raising:  Tina Sherrod, Darnell Sherrod, Albert Sherrod, Michael Sherrod, Erica Cross, Arlena Sherrod, Steven Britton Jr., and Darrin Sherrod Jr. Pastor Lillian also leaves a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren as well as her special children:  Steven Britton Sr., Linda White, her nephew Ken Young, her trusted friend Jackie Davis and her Assistant Pastor Kathy Mitchell. And finally, she leaves her Sista Souljah, Tamika Braxton, her beautifier, Angie Bland, her nail tech Amy Jarrett, Cammy Pender and her personal assistant Charla McClain.

She was preceded in death by her siblings:  Homer Young, Paulette Young, Thomas Young, Timothy Young, Anthony Young and her son Brian Sherrod.

Her legacy of faith, service, and love will continue through the lives she touched and the countless souls she encouraged along life's journey.

A TRIBUTE TO OUR PASTOR

A woman of faith,

A vessel of grace,

A preacher of truth,

A servant of God.

Pastor Lillian Sherrod-Young devoted her life to lifting others, sharing the Gospel, and demonstrating God's love through her words and actions. Her ministry was marked by compassion, integrity, wisdom, and unwavering trust in the Lord.

Though she has completed her earthly assignment, her influence remains in the hearts of those she mentored, encouraged, and loved.

"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." -2 Corinthians 5:8

Celebration of Life will take place 11am, Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Emmanuel Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Gaston to give the eulogy. Viewing will be 10am, Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the funeral home. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

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