In a heartbreaking turn of events, a report was tabled claiming former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly has passed away. The news has been confirmed by the Nye County Sheriff’s Office. Since the news broke out, many have taken over their social media handles to pay tribute to her and send condolences to the Wehrly family during this time. As per the Nye County Sheriff’s Office, the former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly breathed her last on Thursday, December 14, 2023, i.e. yesterday, in the night. What happened to her? Circumstances surrounding Sharon Wehrly’s death have been explained in the following sections. Keep reading this article for more details.
What Happened To Former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly?
While announcing the death news of former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly, the Nye County Sheriff’s Office stated, “Sharon Wehrly was a dedicated resident of Nye County for many decades”. The statement also reads the department would be “deferring to the family to make a public statement.” In its statement, the Nye County Sheriff’s Office did not mention the actual cause of death of Sharon Wehrly. Reportedly, the Wehrly family will state to explain the circumstances surrounding her death. But a source close to her family has given some details regarding her death. Let’s take a look at them.
The stalwart personality of Nye County, former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly passed away on December 14, 2023, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Yes, it may be true that former sheriff Sharon Wehrly died from cancer. She had been struggling with cancer for a long time. She disclosed her diagnosis of cancer when she was admitted to the hospital in August 2021. An intestine of former Sheriff Sharon Wehrly had blocked when she was diagnosed with cancer, confirmed by a pathology report. She always had been resilient and optimistic despite the challenging circumstances. Swipe down the page for more details.
Sharon Wehrly served as sheriff of Nye County for 8 years from 2014 to 2022. Last year, she was defeated by the current Sheriff Joe McGill in a re-election campaign. But before being replaced by Joe McGill, Sharon Wehrly continued to lead the Sheriff’s Office with dedication despite several health issues. The specific cause of her demise remains undisclosed despite her openness about her health challenges. She left an indelible mark on the Nye County community by serving as the sheriff of the county. Stay tuned to this website for more details and further updates.