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Sheryl Rae Hawkins
1959-2021
KENOSHA - Sheryl Rae Hawkins, 62, of Kenosha passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Froedtert South-Kenosha surrounded by her loving family.
Sheryl fondly known by many as Sherry or Sher, was born on May 29, 1959 in Kenosha, the daughter of Joseph "Joe" and Patricia "Pat" (Janovicz) Hawkins. She was a lifelong resident of Kenosha, attended local schools and was a 1977 graduate at Tremper H.S. She spent most of her career in the medical field, and was currently employed at Aurora Medical Center-Kenosha.
She devoted herself to enriching the lives of everyone she knew, especially her family. Sherry spent much of her spare time working with Tiny Paws Rescue, saving and placing all of the precious "kitties", she possibly could. She enjoyed going to local fairs, church festivals and music festivals. She also was an avid Packer fan. The compassion she held in her heart for animals and all of the people in her life was endless. She will be sadly missed but always remembered by many.
Survivors include her parents, Joe and Pat Hawkins of Pleasant Prairie; sister, Vicki (Steve) Lorenz of Paris, WI; brothers: Terry (Eva) Hawkins of Pleasant Prairie, Randy (Denelle Wolff) Hawkins of Pell Lake; longtime partner, Dennis Carter; his daughters: Theresa Martin and Christina Rios of Kenosha; eight nieces and nephews; and nine great-nieces and nephews. Sherry was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Kenosha Funeral Services from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM, with funeral services to follow at 12:30 PM. Burial All Saints Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials to the family would be appreciated.
Due to COVID-19 Masks are required in the building.
Kenosha Funeral Services & Crematory
8226 Sheridan Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 652-1943
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Mark A Andersen
May 31, 2025
I just found out about this terrible news. I remember Sherry very fondly from our high school years. Deeply saddened, Mark Andersen
Pam K.
January 9, 2022
Sherry was one of the of the most kind, caring, and compassionate people I have ever met. She will truly be missed. My sincere condolences to Dennis, Randy, and her entire family.
Jim & Lisa Meyers
December 30, 2021
Such a sweet sweet soul! Your beautiful smile and spirit will be missed by many!
Mary King
December 29, 2021
Sherry will be missed by all who knew her, she was a beautiful soul and a bright light!!
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