Patricia Ann Talmadge Sherbrook

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Pat will be remembered for her love of family, her infectious laughter, captivating spirit, and creative talent.

Patricia Ann Talmadge Sherbrook was born on August 19, 1932, in Nacogdoches, Texas, and passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, in Pasadena, Texas.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was filled with love and joy. Pat will be remembered for her love of family, her infectious laughter, captivating spirit, and creative talent. Though we grieve her loss, we celebrate the faithful life she lived on this earth.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Era and Tritous Talmadge; her in-laws, Leona and Harland Dean Sherbrook; her loving husband, Robert Dean "Bob" Sherbrook; brother, Oliver Talmadge and his wife, Dollie; sister, Elizabeth Talmadge Ogden; and brother-in law, Duane Sherbrook, and his wife, Gloria.

After graduating from Nacogdoches High School in 1949, Pat went on to earn her bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State College where she was a member of the Pine Burrs. After college, she moved to Freeport, Texas in 1952. "This was a lucky move," she shared, because it was there that she met the love of her life, Robert Sherbrook, a tall "handsome" young man who had come to Freeport from Midland, Michigan with his family. His father, Harland D. Sherbrook, known as the "Dow Builder," was sent there to help manage the construction of the Dow Chemical plants on the Gulf Coast. After their marriage, they started their family in Freeport with Lou Ann first, and later Elizabeth. After six years, they chose Deer Park, Texas as their new home and soon welcomed their son, Robert.

Throughout her teaching career, Pat worked as a kindergarten teacher at Brazosport ISD and taught English at Houston ISD. After relocating with her family to Centerville, Texas, she became an AP English and literature instructor. In addition to teaching, Pat was an accomplished poet who devoted herself to writing throughout her lifetime. Her students loved and respected her. One of her favorites never failed to call her yearly on the "Ides of March" to reminisce about their Shakespearean studies and Julius Caesar.

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Pat had a deep faith in God and his promise for an eternal life in heaven.

Pat became a Christian at an early age and was a faithful member of the Church of Christ. She dedicated herself to her family, friends, teaching Bible classes, and helping families in need by preparing meals. Pat had a deep faith in God and his promise for an eternal life in heaven. Pat's poetry drew inspiration from scripture and was shaped by the wonders of God's magnificent creation-the earth, sky, moon, stars, and rainbows in the sky. But, most of all, she loved the Piney Woods of East Texas. While pointing out the huge pines and dogwoods while on family trips, she once saw a rainbow, and immediately quoted, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands" (Psalm 19:1). Her love of poetry evolved into her own vast personal collection of poems and epitaphs. Several of her poems were recently discovered by her children, some written while in her nineties. Pat was a member of the San Jacinto Poetry Society of Texas, and was awarded First Place for her poem entitled, "Parent's Lamentation" written after the tragic death of a toddler. One of her proudest achievements was authoring and copyrighting a gospel hymn "Twas His Blood That Paid the Price," arranged by Anne Stevens.

Together, Pat and Bob, '49, spent many of their most memorable years tailgating with family and friends at Texas A&M football games and in their later years enjoyed watching their grandsons play football on Kyle Field. They enjoyed watching Robert's basketball games, attending grandkids' sporting events, and sharing special times with her grandchildren and "great ones."

Pat is survived by her loving children, Lou Ann McKinney & her husband, Dr. Mike McKinney, of Bryan; Elizabeth Sledge & her husband, Roland Sledge, of Houston; Robert Sherbrook of Deer Park; and Chris Sherbrook of Houston.

She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Stephen McKinney & wife, Tiffany; Seth McKinney & wife, Paige; Sean McKinney & wife, Shannon; Lauren Tata & husband, Jordan; and Caroline Kosman & husband, Michael. Additionally, she is survived by thirteen great-grandchildren; Jordan Elliott & husband, Blake, Grace Perrizo & husband, Jack, Hunter McKinney; Kate McKinney and fiancé, Khristian Curtis, Abigail, and Hannah McKinney; Lincoln Tata; Dawson, Isabelle, Evelyn, & Wade McKinney; and Claire & Micah Kozman all of whom she adored; and by many loving nieces and nephews; Neal Talmadge, Melissa Kutta, Amanda White, Bradley Sherbrook, Karen Batchman, Phillip Sherbrook and families. A special thank you to Dr. John Kirkwood, Affinity Home Health Care, Scott, Janis, and Rita.

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Her students loved and respected her.

A celebration of Patricia's life will be held 2 P.M., Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Walters Funeral Home, Centerville, Texas.  A private interment will follow in Centerville Cemetery.  Prior to the service, a brief visitation will take place from 12:30 P.M. to service time at the funeral home.  Victor White will officiate the service. Dr. Mike McKinney and Boyd King will also speak, and Evan White will lead the congregational music.

Arrangements are under the direction of Walters Funeral Home, Centerville, Texas -- A Walters Family Funeral Home. 

Joy

Live Life that's filled with courage,

Life Life with kindness too,

Smooth the path for others,

And joy will come to you.

Pat Sherbrook - May 1990