Sheryl E. Hoover, 56, of Grand Forks, ND died Thursday, Oct. 31st, 2013 in Altru Hospital, Grand Forks. Sheryl Elaine Hoover was born July 25, 1957, the daughter of Samuel and Tina (Womack) Barnes. She grew up and attended school in southern California. As a young child she also lived in Arkansas and Louisiana. Sheryl worked as a phlebotomist for 20 years. She was also an artist and craftswoman. She loved to decoupage, paint pictures, draw cartoons, and paint designs on objects. She loved a lot of different types of crafts. Sheryl is survived by her daughter, Kristy; and sons, Brian and Jason; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and father. No local services will be held.