Shirley Jean Hyder

Shirley Jean (Childs) Hyder, age 79, of Burton, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at her home. A funeral service will take place at 11:00 AM, Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road, Grand Blanc. Burial will follow in Crestwood Memorial Gardens. A visitation will take place from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday and again from 10:00 AM until the time of service on Thursday. Those desiring may direct memorial contributions to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. 

Shirley was born on October 18, 1944 in Flint the daughter of the late Cecil and Ella (VanWagoner) Childs. She was united in marriage to Keith Hyder on February 3, 1968 in Flint. Shirley worked for over 10 years at K-Mart as the head cashier before her retirement.  She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with her dear grandchildren. In her free time, she loved to do art and crafts. 

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Keith Hyder; children, Michelle (Bill) Collins, Brian Hyder and his special friend Amy, Michael Hyder and Roger Hyder; grandchildren, Justin (Marissa) Hyder, Ryan Hyder, Coralee Hyder, Maygen (Nick) Colby and Ty Hyder; great-grandchildren, Alivia and Kinsley; and special niece, Nancy Lear.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Hope Hyder; brothers, Clarence and Robert Childs; and sister, Ruth Ceak. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com