Bake cake (2 layer), pinch in bite size and place in punch bowl. Add 1 large can pineapple (#2) juice and all.

Mix 2 boxes vanilla instant pudding as directed on box. Put in punch bowl over pineapple. Add 1 can cherry pie filling on top of pudding. Add a layer of pecans and cover with 1 large Cool Whip, then a layer of coconut (optional).

Decorate with a few of reserved cherries from the filling. Refrigerate and serve with punch ladle.