Shirley Denise

Hurd

Today, we come together to celebrate the life and cherish the memory of a remarkable woman, Mrs. Shirley Denise Hurd, affectionately known as "Cheryl." Some lives are lived so beautifully that even death cannot erase the love, light, and memories they leave behind. Her life was a blessing, her presence was a gift, and her love was a treasure to all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Shirley D. Hurd was born to Hazel Jones and Charles Bryant Sr. on December 24, 1955, in Toledo, Ohio, at Maumee Valley Hospital. On October 19, 2026, Shirley peacefully transitioned from this earthly life in the comfort of her own home.

Cheryl was a proud Scott Bulldog alumni from the Class of 1972. After leaving Scott High School, she began her career at American Motors in 1977.

In the evenings, Cheryl also worked as a bartender. In 1978, fate led her to the love of her life, Al. After meeting, the two began a beautiful love story that would last a lifetime. They fell in love and exchanged vows on March 1, 1979. Their love became a special part of Cheryl's story, one that will forever be cherished by those who knew them.

Cheryl continued her career at American Motors, which later became DaimlerChrysler. She dedicated 31 years of hard work and commitment to the company before proudly retiring in March 2008. Throughout her years of service, she was a proud member of the UAW Local 12 Jeep Unit. Her dedication, perseverance, and strong work ethic reflected the woman she was—one who took pride in everything she did and worked hard to provide for those she loved.

Cheryl deeply loved and cherished her immediate family, holding each of them close to her heart. Her greatest pride, joy, and most treasured legacy was her beloved daughter, Yolanda Denise Hurd. She was a proud, loving, and nurturing grandmother to her grandson, D'Montrae Ray-Anthony Curtis (Tol), and her granddaughter, Le'Nyah Denise Haynes (Tol). Her love continued to grow through her precious great-granddaughter, DaNaiah Anise Bryant-Saunders (Tol), who brought her immeasurable joy. She also shared a special bond with her bonus son, Fred "Biscuit" Johnson, and her bonus grandson, La'Ronie "LA" Lampkin.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her mother, Hazel Bryant; her father, Charles Bryant Sr.; her husband, Alfred Ray Hurd; her son, Anthony W. Bracken Jr.; her brother Marlon W. Bryant and her sister, Cherie Crosby (ATL). Their memories and love will forever remain a part of her family's legacy.

Cheryl leaves to cherish her precious memory and continue her legacy of love, her beloved daughter Yolanda Denise Hurd, Grandson D'Montrae Ray-Anthony Curtis, Granddaughter Le'Nyah Denise Haynes, Great-granddaughter Da'Naiah Anise Bryant-Saunders. Sister Emily Wilson ( Toledo), Brother Charles Bryant III (Alice) (Detroit, MI.), Brother Michael W. Bryant and Brother Vincent W. Bryant. Bonus Sister Berniece Jones and Bonus Brother Leonard Gregory Sr.

Nephew Coreal Bryant (Detroit, MI.), Niece LaTasha Wilson(Dale Wilson) (Toledo, Ohio), Janell Quant ( Maurice Quant) (Atlanta, GA.), Latalha Bryant (Toledo, Ohio), Michael Thomas (Toledo, Ohio), Emmanuel Thomas (Toledo, Ohio),

Sarah Bryant (Mike Lev) (Toledo, Ohio), Shaunis Bryant (Toledo, Ohio) and Bonus Niece Shawntay Gregory (Atlanta GA.).