Cheryl Elaine HawkCheryl Elaine Hawk

Cheryl Elaine Hawk

1944-2020

Calling Hours

Time: Not Observed

Funeral Service

Time: Private Family Services

Location: Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby

Cheryl Elaine Hawk, age 76, of Shelby, died Thursday morning, December 17, 2020 at her home with her family by her side.

Cheryl was born August 23, 1944 in Lodi, Ohio to the late William G. and Phyllis E. (Moon) Gwinner. She was a 1962 graduate of Shelby High School and had attended Ashland College. Cheryl had worked at local area doctor’s offices for 16 years and, as a creative person, owned Corner Cupboard Creations- a custom greeting card business. She enjoyed bowling and golfing, liked to travel, and especially loved following her grandchildren in their activities. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Bethlehem, Shelby Settlement.

On January 26, 1963, Cheryl married Dwight B. Hawk and he survives. Also surviving are her 3 daughters: Sherri (Shawn) Biettner of Shelby, Jill (Kevin) Karl of Shelby, and Melissa (Dave) Fensch of Rittman; 4 grandsons: Matthew Joseph Fensch, Kurt Christian Biettner,  Jared Andrew (Skylar) Fensch, and Logan Daniel Karl; great grandchildren: Sophia Fensch, Sarah Fensch, Jayden Fensch, and Liam Fensch; siblings: Terry (Gwen) Gwinner of Shelby, Fr. David Gwinner of Westerville, and Denise (Charlie) Welch of Crestline; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Fr. Jeff Smith will officiate private funeral services for Cheryl and calling hours will not be observed. Burial will be in Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Cheryl’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association by going to their website, www.alz.org/donate.

Care for Cheryl and her family is being provided by the Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, Ohio 44875.

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Memories & Condolence

  • Dwight and family, so sorry for your loss of Cheryl. She was a very dear friend. I will always remember our visits and suppers over the last 2 years. Prayers and hugs for all.

  • We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers for the whole family. Treasure all the good memories.

  • To Sherri and all,
    I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Christmas time is difficult to lose a loved one, especially the glue of the family. Please know there are many praying for you and hoping your mom can rejoice in Heaven with God this Christmas

  • Dwight and family,
    So sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing yesterday.
    Keep her memories alive. I’m sure they are very good ones.
    Prayers to all your family.

  • Dwight and family, My deepest sympathy for your loss of Cheryl. She was beautiful and gracious woman! Hold her memories close in your heart!

  • Aww, I was so sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. I had hoped she would have a successful recoup from her latest surgery.
    Hopefully her many friends and good memories can help her family, especially during this Christmas season.
    I send my love. ♥️

  • Dwight, Terry, Father Dave and Denise

    So sorry for your loss. Mom (Alice Willman) sends her sympathy as well. God Bless

    Dave and Chris

  • Jill, Logan and family – We are so sorry for your loss. We are here for you anytime for anything. She will be with you always. Love and prayers.

  • I’m so sorry to hear this news. I remember our days together as young girls enjoying life. She made me the most beautiful card I had ever received when I had her grandson in school. My condolences to the family.

  • Dwight & Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Cheryls passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you peace

  • Dwight and family I am very sad to here of Cheryl’s passing. It is always tough to lose them no matter what the circumstances , as it was for me also. They will always live in our hearts. God Bless All.

  • Dwight and family, I’m so very sorry to learn of Cheryl’s passing. I have so many wonderful and fun memories of our youth and am so happy we were able to reconnect as adults. She will be greatly missed.

  • Dwight, I am so sadden to hear about Cheryl’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family.

  • Dwight, in your time of grief, may our Lord bless and comfort you. Cheryl was a very likable individual.

  • Dwight and family – I was so shocked to read of Cheryl’s passing. She was a wonderful person and I know she will be missed. Prayers to all of you.

  • Dwight, Terry, Dave, and family, was shocked and saddened to read of Cheryl’s passing. We saw each other on facebook. Prayers for the family.

  • Dwight, how very very sad I am. I have so many wonderful memories of Cheryl—not only as a friend, but someone who was loving, funny, caring and brave about all the physical pain she endured. May our Lord give you peace and comfort. I send my love and prayers to you and her family, dear friend.

  • To Dwight and family, I extend my sincere condolences on Cheryl’s passing. My prayers are with you all.

  • Dwight and Children, Barbara and I send our sincere sympathy on the passing of your dear wife and mother. Those we love are never far away. They live on in our hearts.

  • Dwight, I am so sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing…we had great fun in high school, laughed so much together. Our thoughts will continue to be with you and your family and pray for God’s blessings in all ways as you recall wonderful memories of Cheryl Our best to you Bob & Jodi

  • Hey Jill, im so sorry for the loss of your mom, it has been a crazy year. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time

  • Dwight & family–so sorry for your loss—you aree all remembered in my thoughts & prayers