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Sheri Jo (Birch) Hyke
Sheri Jo (Birch) Hyke
Cedar Rapids
Sheri Jo (Birch) Hyke, 71, of Cedar Rapids passed away peacefully in her home in the Fall of 2024. She was born in July 22, 1953 to Dale and Shirley Birch.
Sheri is survived by her brother David Birch and her sister Shelly Birch; two daughters, Renee O’Neal and Sharona Coyle; and a grandson, Draven Coyle. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Vance Birch.
Sheri loved her family. She was spiritual and loved nature, the ocean, a quiet night, cats and the color purple. Sheri collected vintage jewelry and wind chimes. She loved Halloween and Christmas. Sheri enjoyed walks, swimming, music, movies, and traveling. She will be missed.
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