Memorial

Sharlene Lynn Prochaska of Fairfield, Iowa, beloved daughter, sister, mother and grandmother, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at the age of 58. Sharlene was born in Torrance, California, on July 9, 1960 to Patricia Catherine Bird and Howard Frank Prochaska. She spent her early years in Westchester, California, where she attended St. Anastasia Elementary School and Westchester High School, graduating in 1978. Sharlene graduated with honors from North Western Technical College. Sharlene wed Jay Hinton of Orange County, CA. Their son Daniel Jay Hinton, who served in the U.S. Navy, lives in San Diego, California.

An artist, Sharlene excelled in woodworking and restoration of antiques. Sharlene’s lively and playful personality was uplifting and she had the beautiful gift of caring for others. She was a talented athlete and enjoyed soccer, volleyball, swimming and roller skating. Sharlene loved her pets, Suza and Snaggy.

Sharlene is survived by her father, Howard Prochaska, her five sisters, Susan Prochaska, Sharon McCormick, Shelley Marenka, Sondra Prochaska and Sonja Prochaska, her son Daniel Jay Hinton and grandson Devan Hinton. She was preceded in death by her mother Patricia Prochaska, brother Steven Prochaska, sister Shannon Prochaska.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, where Sharlene received loving care. 315 18th Avenue, Hiawatha, IA 52233.