Sherman A. Delancey

March 11, 1967 - March 29, 2018

Sherman Delancey 51 of Laurel Lake ,NJ earned his wings & answered his last call on March 29,2018. He was born Vineland, NJ and resided in Laurel Lake most of his life .Sherman aka (Bam Bam) as he was known on the CB radio & to his buddies..Sherman enjoyed driving truck & did for most of his life & worked for Paladino bro ,Bradway, Port Norris express & Berry Trucking, he could often be found driving his favorite fire Truck #1301 for Laurel lake Fire & Rescue.His passion was serving his community whether it was getting the trucks ready for conventions or playing Santa ,Bingo nights or cooking behind a grill or large pots for whatever event needed his skills .He enjoyed hunting, riding his motorcycle & took pride in anything he could do to help others & spending time with his family & friends . Sherman had a favorite saying that he used frequently when greeting people "Dont start nothing there wont be nothing" with a big chuckle & a smile awaiting their response.He was a Life Member(29) yrs for Laurel Lake Fire & Rescue and was currently serving as Chief of Cumberland County Fire police .Station 87 badge #31.as well as serving stints in Delmont & Dividing Creek fire companies. He was predeceased by his father Sherman Delancey Jr & grandaughter Angel Espi .He is survived by his mother Joyce Delancey & leaves behind his wife of 31 yrs Karen (blizzard) Delancey.,nephew /son Justin Linden Jr, his daughters Kathy Blizzard, Jessica Webb & son Joseph Phillips.his brothers Randy(misty) Delancey. Joseph(michelle)Delancey, Russell Tucker, his sister Sherothy (mike ) Blair,Christine Watson,Michelle (Shawn) Ronan & his Uncle Dominic Delancey , His grandchildren Austin ,Bella ,Natalia,Nemiah,Lily & Isabella. His many neices ,nephews & cousins .as well as.his constant sidekick John Reeves & his favorite pets Pebbles & Mystery. He also leaves behind his many brothers & sisters of whom he will be watching over# NoOneFightsAlone & riding shotgun on that big truck from the firehouse in the sky. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at Leesburg Fire co (550 main st Leesburg NJ on April 14.2018 at 2:00 pm..Contributions can be made to his family