Sherman L. Irish
Sherman L. Irish of Pearland, TX, passed away on February 15th, 2026, at M.D. Anderson Hospital after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Texas City, TX to Sherman M. and Margie O’Neal Irish on March 11th, 1951. He spent his early years in La Marque, TX, where he met his best friends and always remained close. He was a graduate at La Marque Highschool with the Class of 1969. After attending College at the University of Texas and Sam Houston State University he spent the majority of his career with The City of Houston. He rose through the ranks to Deputy Assistant Director of Public Works. He was a licensed Real Estate Inspector of Residential and Commercial Properties in and around the Pearland area, where the Irish’s lived and raised three great children. Sherman helped coach many teams from 1987 – 2000 at the Dad’s Club and YMCA basketball.
Sherman is preceded in death by his parents, Sherman M. and Margie O’Neal Irish; sisters Sue-Ellen Fewell, Sharon Kemp, and Sandra Berry.
Sherman is survived by his wife of 44 years, Denise Irish; daughter Natalie Irish, husband Dennis Bateman; sons Elliot Irish, long-time partner Laura O’Connor, and Martin Irish and wife Holly; brothers Steve Kays, wife Mary Janelle, and Stan Irish; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends.
There will be a visitation Sunday March 15th, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a memorial service in honor of Sherman at 2:30 p.m. at Crowder Fish Camp 8911, Paula Lane, Dickinson TX 77539. The family requests that guests wear their favorite Houston sportswear for the service.
Our very sincere sympathy.
It is with a very sad heart, that we have to say farewell to our beloved Sherman Irish! Sherman was a faithful employee to Lloyd, Smitha and Associates since 2017. More importantly, he was a true friend. His laughter, his professionalism, his dedication, high spirits, and many interesting stories will always and forever be remembered and ingrained in the fiber of all our hearts.
Sherm – 69ers will miss you forever. Rest in peace my friend.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend and colleague. Sherman brought kindness, dedication, and warmth to everyone around him, and he will be truly missed. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sherman was my boss, my friend. He found me last month on Facebook and we talked. He shared his cancer journey with me. We prayed and he told me not to cry because he was sure his procedure would work. I’ve been calling him for weeks unaware he was gone. I pray for him and his family. I will do my best to be there to say Rest in Heaven to my friend.
Calvina Lenzy
My condolences to Denise, Natalie, Eliot and Martin. Sherman was my friend since 1985 when he was with GSW. We deeply miss him, God bless his soul.