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Cheryl Hylton Obituary
November 23, 1959 - June 9, 2025
Cheryl Lynne Hylton passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, in Fort Myers, Florida, at the age of 65. She was born on November 23, 1959, in Brockport, New York, and graduated from North Fort Myers High School in 1977.
She is preceded in death by her first husband, Roger Helton, and her father, James Gaylord. She is survived by her loving mother, Gail Gaylord; her children, Jeremy Helton and Monica Helton-Lentz (Steven); and her cherished grandchildren, Jazlynne, Robbie (Emma), Breanna, and Rabekah, great-grandchildren Austinn and Kaisonn.
Cheryl also leaves behind her beloved brother, Jimmy Gaylord; her niece, Jennifer Stone (Chris); and her great-nieces and nephews: Nathan, Makenna, Aubree, Emmett, Sophia, Oliver, and Micah. She will be dearly missed by her Aunt Brenda Husted (Dana), many cousins, and countless dear friends.
Cheryl had a special bond with her Hippy Chick group and found deep connection and strength through her Thursday morning Bible study ladies.
A celebration of Cheryl's life will be held on July 11 at Grace Church, Fort Myers Shores Campus (14036 Matanzas Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905) at 11:00 a.m., with an evening gathering in the private dining room at Rum Bucket Bar and Grill (5150 Buckingham Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905) from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All who knew and loved Cheryl are welcome to attend and share in honoring her memory.
Cheryl was truly loved and cherished. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her family and friends, and in every life she touched.
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Susan
July 23, 2025
More memories I shared with Cheryl. She was a true "HIPPIE" at ! RIPARDISE
Stephanie Keenan
July 21, 2025
Cheryl was my neighbor and friend! I loved my hippie chick
Tammy Zaffuto
June 30, 2025
Cheryl was my best friend in Brockport, NY before the Gaylord family moved to Florida in 1972. I will cherish her memory forever. We had many happy times together dancing, twirling, scouting and being silly young girls. I'm so glad I got to visit Ft. Myers in Feb. 2018 when this photo was taken. My deepest sympathy is extended to Gail, Jimmy, Jeremy, Monica, and to all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and relatives. With much love in my heart for Cheryl and her family, Tammy (Mault) Zaffuto
Stacey Schlapak
June 28, 2025
I don´t know what to say. God must have needed you more than me. You were that extra Aunt I never could have imagined not having in my life. You brought joy, happiness, and laughter!! I will miss your smile! You blessed our lives in so many ways, you will never know. I love and miss you Auntie Cheryl.
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LeeAnne
June 28, 2025
Josephine Lengyel
June 28, 2025
I have lived across from Cheryl for 31 years. I will certainly miss seeing her.
I would see her getting her mail or getting in her car to go somewhere and we would wave to each other and she would say " Howdy neighbor" to me!
Rest in peace Cheryl
Buddy Scott
June 28, 2025
Cheryl was always a very sweet person. I remember the good times when her and her family lived next to me in North Fort Myers for about 12 years. You will be missed and in our hearts forever.
Susan Lee Smith
June 27, 2025
Condolences to the family and friends. Cheryl had a good heart. Always good time at Hippie Chicks on Wednesday night. Did run into last yr sometime in Winn Dixie. She never changed RIPARDISE Cheryl
Jax Malash
June 27, 2025
Mama Storm, you were an amazing and special lady that gave so much love to anyone and everyone you met.
Crissy Cooper
June 27, 2025
RIP my dear friend..
We had some good times at the Hut..
Continue to Fly high..
You was a blast to be around.
#Hippielife
Stephanie England
June 27, 2025
Cheryl was more than just a friend, she was my family. So thankful I will see her again one day in Heaven. Until we meet again, Peace out my Friend.
Aunt Brenda
June 27, 2025
Dear Cheryl, my first niece when I was just 8. We did so much together, playing school and Barbies and so much more, our mutual love of purple. You will be greatly missed. Love Aunt Brenda
Jennifer Stone
June 27, 2025
We will miss you so much
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