Sherrie Louise Jones Hylton

July 17, 1959 - August 7, 2013

Sherrie Louise Jones Hylton, 54, of Springfield, passed away at 7:00 am, Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center.

Sherrie was born July 17, 1959 in Springfield, the daughter of Hamilton I. and Juanita Krueger Jones. She married Matthew L. Hylton at Trinity Lutheran Church on May 23, 1987.

Sherrie graduated from Springfield High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from William Woods University where she was a member of Delta Gamma sorority. Sherrie pursued her love for cooking and needlework; she was also a gifted artist. She worked in various positions in the medical field.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, William H. and Louise I. Jones and Edwin W. and Mae S. Krueger.

She is survived by her husband, Matthew Hylton of Springfield; son, Christopher Hylton and daughter, Lucy Hylton, both of Springfield; step-son, Adam Hylton of Springfield; parents, Hamilton and Juanita Jones of Springfield; sister Deborah (Robert E.) Sidener of Springfield; several nieces and nephews including, Robert Sidener of Springfield and Kellie Sidener of Springfield.

Visitation: 11 am – 12 pm, Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Staab Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 12 pm, Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Staab Funeral Home with Michael Hylton officiating.

Private family burial will be at Waverly East Cemetery

Memorial contributions may be made to: Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2211 North Oak Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60707

Visitation Information

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

Service Information

Time: 12:00 pm

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

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Jeremy Welch posted on 8/18/13

Matt, Chris, Lucy, Adam & Family - prayers and thoughts go out to you all - I remember state street and Sherrie had the best laugh ever. Fond memories growing up know that we are all thinking of you - Jeremy Welch

SallyField Higgins posted on 8/12/13

Sherrie, you had the best laugh and smile in high school! Mrs. Jones, I was one of your students and am so sorry for your and Mr. Jones' loss. She was an amazing lady.

Karen Murphy posted on 8/10/13

So sorry to learn of Sherrie's passing. Matt and family I have never met you but my heart and prayers go out to you. Sherrie was my cousin. Nita, Ham, Debbie and family my prayers are with you during this time. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that she is in God's arms now. It is very difficult losing a member of family and I know all of your days may be discomforting and I pray that you will find some peace and comfort in the coming days. Love You all. Karen

Sue Mangiaracina posted on 8/10/13

Matt and Family, Nita and Ham, Debbie and Family, I am so terribly sorry to hear of Sherrie's death. Please know my thoughts and prayers and with you as you get through this. Sherrie lived her life to the fullest and is now at peace with the Heavenly Father. My prayers go to all of you at this difficult time.

Carol Kraus posted on 8/9/13

Matt, Chris, Lucy and the Jones Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Matt, I have great memories of us all together at concerts, especially Alpine Valley. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Nancy Moore posted on 8/9/13

Matt & Family, A time like this is difficult, I hope that you know that there is support with you at all times from your Friends & Loved ones. Your Family is in our Thoughts & Prayers. I will Always remember the Good times we had "trying" to Grow up together. The campouts, concerts, times at Lake Springfield, Lake Sangchris & Washington Park. May you be at Peace Sherrie.

Julie Sullivan posted on 8/9/13

Matt & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Sherrie's passing....what wonderful memories of years gone by...the laughs we all shared....I still remember her laugh as we stood in your kitchen on State St. My prayers to you Matt & your children & Sherrie's family....Gods Speed Sherrie & Prayers to you & your family at this very difficult time. God Bless!

Susan Palmer posted on 8/9/13

I'm so sorry to hear of Sherrie's death. I've been friends with Sherrie's sister and have known Sherrie for 48 years. My heart goes out to all her family and especially to Nita and Ham and Matt and Sherrie's son and daughter. My prayers are with you.

Gary & Phyllis Nelson posted on 8/9/13

We are sorry to hear of Sherrie's passing . Our prayers support children, husband and parents. With Sympathy, from Gary and Phyllis Nelson...(parents of Nancy, Sue and David Nelson)

Patrick Hylton posted on 8/9/13

Patrick + Kay Hylton

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