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Sherry Hileman Obituary

Sherry Lynn (Whippo) HILEMAN 1948 ~ 2008 Sherry, born September 27, 1948 in Seattle, passed away March 4, 2008 at her daughters' home in Oceanside, CA. Sherry was a dedicated daughter, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered for her love of animals, baking, music and gardening. She is survived by her daughter, Tamara Dawley, son, Tracy Wise, grand-daughters, Kezia and Olivia Cooks, her loving parents, Harold and Peggy Whippo, three brothers, Bruce (Josephine), Scott (Olga), and Vance Whippo, and her aunt, Dorothy Fournier. She also leaves six nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, her companion of many years, Clayton Peters. Family and friends will remember her with love and fond memories. The Family asks that remembrances be given to your local Leukemia Foundation.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2008.

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Scott

March 27, 2024

Miss you Sis, so much.

Scott

March 27, 2022

Fourteen years and still missing you very much. Love you always.

Scott Whippo

March 27, 2019

Think of you every day Sis.

Scott

April 7, 2008

Miss and love you

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