Sherman Lee Upchurch, 68, of Athol, passed away May 28, 2012. Sherm was born in Coeur d’Alene on April 6, 1944. He was a logger and enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Sherm is survived by his wife, Vicki, of 48 years; daughter Tamie and Kirby Cunningham of Bayview; son Mike and Carol Upchurch of Athol; son Nate Upchurch of Athol; daughter-in-law Kelly Upchurch; mother-in-law Mildred Poland of Athol; six grandchildren, Amber Ritzheimer, Ryppan and Rollynn Upchurch, Mason Upchurch, Sherman and Peyton Upchurch; one great-grandaughter, Madilyn; sister Bonnie Mundell of Nebraska; numerous nieces and nephews; and a lot of very special friends.

Sherm was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Upchurch; sisters, Donna, Jacquie, Bird and Jane; and brothers, Jim and Bill.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of North Idaho and our friends and neighbors for all their help and support.

No services are planned at this time. You may sign his online memorial at www.belltowerfuneralhome.com.