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Eileen M. Sharp (Age 91)
A resident of Silver Spring, Maryland died Monday, March 2, 2020, at her home residence, following a short illness.Eileen was born in South Dorset, VT, March 23, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Edward and Gertrude (Finnegan) Molloy. She attended the University of Vermont and earned her teaching degree. She married John Sharp in 1954 and built a family of eight children and settled in Maryland. She began to substitute teach in the 1980's and continued until January 2020. In her free time, Eileen enjoyed walking, traveling both internationally and domestically, and spending time with friends and family. She was predeceased by her husband, John Sharp. She is survived her brother, Tom Molloy of Manchester, VT; her eight children, Mike, Suzy (Jimmy), Jack, Kathy (Doug), Theresa, Maureen, Jim (Christine), and Kevin (Beth); grandchildren, Ryan and Johnny; and many nieces and nephews.A funeral mass will be celebrated on March 6, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at St. John's Baptist Catholic Church in Silver Spring, MD. Following the mass, there will be a celebration of her life at Hines Rinaldi from 12 noon to 2 p.m.At Eileen's request, a fund has been established in her memory to support the needs of students at Jackson Road Elementary School. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made payable to JRES, with a note indicating it is for the Sharp Memorial Fund. Jackson Road Elementary School, 900 Jackson Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20904, (240) 740-0800
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James Owens
October 13, 2024
I was just telling my wife about my memories of Mrs. Sharp and decided to google her name. I´m so sorry to hear of her death. She was a good friend to my mother and always kind to me. I´m so happy to hear that she lived such a full life and was beloved by so many. Condolences to her family.
Barbara REDMOND
March 11, 2020
My Head Start children loved Eileen. She attracted children and they often confided to her. Our conversations were always full of anecdotal things children would say and laughter. She was a strong, practical, bred in Vermont woman. I will truly miss her.
The Wileys
March 5, 2020
Our family will miss dear Mrs. Sharp. Kind, friendly, funny, caring. A role model for all of us. A loss for us all - but glad we had her with us.
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Julie Nicholas
March 4, 2020
Eileen was a ray of sunshine who always had the best attitude. She was a true joy to know and JRES wont be the same without her. We miss her dearly already.
N. S.
March 4, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the family of Eileen Sharp. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief.
Psalm 94:17-19
Sara Erdle
March 4, 2020
Eileen Sharp was a generous, kind, open-hearted woman who kept all the children in our whole neighborhood safe and looked after, from her house on the hill! She helped raise me. I loved going sledding and playing at her house with her girls. I remember all the hula hooping and chicken and stars soup, and listening to folk Rock like it was yesterday. All of you are in my prayers, I hope your fond memories will ease the pain of loss. Hugs to all
María Peterson
March 4, 2020
Amazing lady! She will truly be missed.
Vicki Embrey
March 3, 2020
Eileen was such a stabilizing presence at Jackson Road Elementary School. She knew all of the kids and kept staff informed about past students. She was just a lovely person whom I've thought of often.
Eleanor Brown
March 3, 2020
Eileen subbed for me for 20 years. She loved the children and the children loved her. Heaven gained an angel.
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