Sharon Ann Barber
1942 - 2017
Sharon Ann Barber
1942 - 2017
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BORN
1942
DIED
2017
Sharon Barber Obituary
Ms. Barber has traveled to Europe, Hawaii, Australia, and driven across the USA several times, often by herself. Her concern for people gave her "the opportunity" (as she said) to offer financial help to many in need. Yet, she never took credit for it, as she was a strong believer in God and Jesus Christ is her Lord and Savoir. By trusting in God and working hard, she was able to acquire a Master's degree in Education by working three part time jobs and going to college full time. Still, she always gave the credit to God.
Sharon Barber is preceded by the death of both of her parents and a younger brother, G. Paul Barber, as well as a sister-in-law, Terry Barber. She has a younger sister, Kathy Barber Hughes (Henry) and a younger brother, Dan Barber. Although she never had children of her own, Ms. Barber did have two lovely nieces: Jocelyn McKim and Tricia Barber Ramirez (Ramon); a great niece, Cassie Porto (Mark) and great nephew, Zachary McKim, as well as two great-great nephews and a niece. Also, two nephews: James MacRae (Jean), and John Barber (Mary) and four more great nephews, Alex, Jacob, Ryan, Ronan and great niece, Juliana.
She will be greatly missed and always loved.
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Angeline Bakkila
October 16, 2023
My dear Aunt Sharon...how sad I am to learn of your passing as I searched for you and found your obituary. Decades ago, my Mom, Rose Ifflander, and Sharon attended college in pursuit of their elementary education degrees. Aunt Sharon used to visit us in FL as she always enjoyed getting away from Buffalo's winters. I remember her taking beach sand back to Buffalo! So many fond memories of Aunt Sharon. I still have some of the children's books she gave me from my childhood. Soo sad we didn't have a reunion before it was too late. Sending loving prayers to your family, Aunt Sharon.
maryann gray
June 25, 2018
Sharon was one of the most thoughtful people I have ever known.
maryann gray
June 15, 2018
Sharon was a wonderful, loyal and dear friend. I didn't hear from her at Christmas or my birthday or Easter.I was going to call her to tell her Happy Birthday because of Dennis being sick I didn't send a card. There was no answer.I googled her name and see she has passed away. We met in Lenscrafters when we were both waiting for our glasses.She said we have to wait at least an hour, how would you like to join me for lunch.Dennis and I both liked her and said sounds great. We were very close friends for the 3 yrs that followed when we lived in Mesa. When we returned to CA we kept in touch via letters,emails and phone calls. The picture used on her obituary is one I had taken at our home in Mesa. Sharon said it was her favorite picture of her. She will always have a special place in my heart. She adored Dennis Gray. Sharon was a single retired school teacher. She was so much fun.
Amber (Wahl) Sylvester
November 9, 2017
Sharon was a friend of my mom's. Though I had never met her, she was faithful in sending us Christmas cards and birthday cards to my children. When she said she was praying for us, I knew she meant that. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing, and am sad I will never meet her this side of heaven.
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Joe Ginett
November 8, 2017
We have fond memories of Sherrie and so glad she had what appears to be 20 wonderful years of retirement in Arizona. We're not surprised by her generosity.
Kathy (Sims) and Joe Ginett
Christina Ryan
November 8, 2017
Sharon was a wonderful friend, my e-mail pal and my colleague. She had great faith in God and was loving and caring. I will miss her very much. Thank you Sharon!
Sharon Leeny
November 8, 2017
Sharon was my " Big Sister" We celebrated over 60 years of friendship.She was "Aunt" to my children and a second daughter to my Mom, Betty Ames. I will miss her smiles. Forever grateful for our friendship. Sharon Bradshaw Leeny
Mavis Wahl
November 7, 2017
Sharon was a mentor to me, I always told her that!! She loved God and her life showed that immensely.... . I will never forget her and can't wait to see her in heaven. Thanks Sharon for all the memories.....Mavis Wahl
Betty Ames
November 5, 2017
Big Sharon was like no other Sharon! She came into my life, Loving, Caring and Giving. I was her other Mom and she was my other "Sharon" she will be missed,her calls,her prayers and her faith.She was my Sharon, i loved her dearly. Lovingly Betty Ames
Christopher Bradshaw
November 5, 2017
Love from Christopher Bradshaw ! Aka Sharon's Howdy Doody!
Carla (Underhill) Conlan
November 5, 2017
Ms Barber was my 1st & 2nd grade teacher. She was definitely a favorite of mine. So sad to hear of her passing. RIP
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