Don Harrison Sharp

Our hearts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Sharp. I'll never forget his teachings and his kindness. At the time I attended high school, Mr. Sharp was my track coach and we lived outside of Dinuba city limits and had no transportation to get home after practice. Since Mr. Sharp lived in Visalia, he offered to take me home and made sure we arrived home safe. He truly cared about his students. I had him for other classes as well and he gave all his students the same respect. He was an...

Mr. Sharp was my track coach as well as my teacher. There were times when I could not participate in track because I had no way home. At the time, I lived out of town on avenue 400 near Kingsburg. Mr. Sharp saw so much potential in my abilities, that he offered to take me home on practice days just so I can train. I will never forget his kindness, wisdom and encouragement. Thank you sir. May you rest in the loving peace of Jesus.

Mr. Sharp was my art teacher at DHS. I still fondly remember his class and the projects we did. He was always so kind and gentle - never raised his force or even spoke sternly to students, yet his approach worked well and he managed his classes with ease. He inspired me to continue to do art throughout my life, and in some way, to eventually become a teacher myself. Now I teach science at DHS only a few doors down from Mr. Sharp's old art class.
My sincerest condolences to the Sharp...

Don Sharp was great and classy man. I taught with and coached with him for a number of years. He was a treasured co-worker and friend. He truly will be missed. Our prayers will be with his family.

I loved his Pottery and Art classes. He continues to be an inspiration in all my artistic endeavors. Thank you.
My condolences to his family.

Sincerely a wonderful man, found something in you that he focused on to make you realize it, my condolences to his family, prayers and thoughts, thank you for making my life better