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Sharyl Hivko Obituary

Sharyl Duhon Hivko

Sharyl Duhon Hivko of Schererville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 66.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Thomas Hivko, brothers, Derek (JoAnn) Duhon, and Donn (Kristin) Duhon, sister, Kimberly Duhon, brother-in-law, John (Geri) Hivko, and nieces and nephews, Holly, JT, Javier, Alex, Kyle, Alicia, Kylo and Javier, Jr.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Richard and Sandra Duhon; and grandparents, Michael and Margaret Duhon, Leslie and Kathryn Gabrielson.

Shari had a wide variety of interests. She had a strong appreciation of art. Her favorite artists included Matisse, Picasso, Rivera, Muno, African Sculpture and jewelry. Even through a decade of bad health. Shari maintained a strong positive mental attitude. She practiced Buddhism, meditation, and spiritually that helped her find peace. Shari was an avid animal lover. As a young child she and her sister Kim raised rabbits. In Shari's 41 years of marriage, she had birds, rabbits, dogs and even found safe haven for a wild turkey that was dropped off at her door. All six dogs were rescue dogs. A special bond was with a parrot named "Harpo" that lasted 38 years. Shari was valuable in assisting Tom's career and was especially diligent with technology in where Tom struggled. One last example of who Shari was, after she died, she had her eyes donated.

A private memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of memorials, Tom asks that you please reach out to someone who is lonely and visit with them. www.kishfuneralhome.net.
Published by The Times on Oct. 26, 2025.

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Mark Miketinac

October 28, 2025

I am so saddened by this. Sharyl will be missed by my family. Truly, the kindest person I have ever met.

Jack Sudac

October 27, 2025

Tom,
So sorry to hear about Shari
I never saw her without a smile.
She will be missed

Melissa Davis

October 27, 2025

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Judy Rastovsky

October 27, 2025

Tom
I am deeply saddened to hear of Shari´s passing. She was truly an incredible lady. Compassionate and caring for anyone she spoke with. She will be missed in our hearts and dental office. Judy

Colleen Hickman

October 26, 2025

My deepest sympathies, Tom. Sherry was such a wonderful person to Don and me in the short time we got to know her. Always thoughtful, always kind. The best kind of person. -- Colleen

Bridget VanMeans

October 26, 2025

Shari is my "big sister". We adopted each other when we worked in upper management for Nutri/System. She is kind, funny, diligent, faithful, caring, knowing and priceless. She is irreplaceable in my life. And I will remember her daily. Love you Shari & Tom

Amy Borgman

October 26, 2025

Though years have passed since I worked with Sharyl at the Cosmetics Department in Carson's/Woodmar, I have thought of this kind, empathetic, funny, sunny, intelligent, beautiful woman often. Her life was much too brief yet I can see it was cram-jam full of love and happiness. I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss and send you all my deepest sympathies.

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