Cheryl "Sherry" G. Derise

New Iberia - A gathering of family and friends will be held at Pellerin Funeral Home from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm, on Monday, September 16, 2019 for Cheryl "Sherry" G. Derise, 64, who passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, in New Iberia. Interment will be at a later date. A native of Jeanerette and resident of New Iberia, Mrs. Derise was born on January 5, 1955 to the late Roland and Rella Mae Myers Genest. She was employed with Dauterive Hospital for 23 years and Acadiana MRI for 10 years, and was always involved in her children’s activities when they were young. Sherry enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, cross stitching, and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Michael P. Derise, Sr. of New Iberia; daughters, Brandy Derise Stansbury and husband Samuel P. Stansbury, Jr. of Youngsville, and Genee' M. Derise of New Iberia; son, Michael P. Derise, Jr. of New Iberia; brother, David Genest and wife Kathy of Jeanerette; grandchildren, Brianna Oubre, Baleigh Stansbury, Bryce Stansbury, and Brae' Michael Derise. Pellerin Funeral Home, 502 Jefferson Terrace, New Iberia, LA 70560, 337.365.3331, is in charge of the arrangements.