Sharlene Joyce Hinderaker

Sharlene Joyce Hinderaker of Waverly, Iowa, died peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family, ready to meet her Lord and Savior. Sharlene was born August 11, 1937, in Charles City, Iowa, the daughter of Ray and Gladys Sweet. She graduated from Colwell High School in 1955. On December 17, 1955, Sharlene was united in marriage to Gaylord Hinderaker at the Congregational Church in Charles City, Iowa. In addition to being a homemaker, Sharlene was employed by the Bell Telephone Co., Lutheran Mutual Life Insurance and Bartels Lutheran Home. Sharlene had a loving passion for her faith, and her family. She enjoyed the many family gatherings throughout the years. Sharlene and her husband enjoyed traveling. One of their special times was a trip to the Holy Lands. Of special interest to Sharlene was her grand and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed reading and working with flowers. Sharlene is survived by her husband of 65 years, Gaylord; their five children, Cynthia Busse of Mariposa, Ca, Jeff (Annette) Hinderaker of Shell Rock, Gary (Marsha) Hinderaker of Waverly, Linda (Tom) Heinzman of Waterloo and Sandra Becker of Spring Valley, Mn; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Sharlene was preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law, Tony Busse.                Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Burial will follow in Harlington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Christian Crusaders, Cedar Valley Hospice or Gideons International. Online condolences may be left at www.kaisercorson.com.  Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly is assisting the family. 319-352-1187