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Myra Sharp Obituary
June 23, 1948 - October 11, 2024
Myra K. Sharp 76, of Decatur, IL, passed away at 12:19 p.m., Friday, October 11, 2024, in her residence.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in Mt. Gilead Cemetery, Decatur, IL. Immediately following the burial, the family would invite friends for a celebration of Myra's life/open house and luncheon at the Elwin Antique Mall until 2:00 p.m., Calvert & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion is assisting the family with services. Memorials may be made to the Macon County Honor Guard or the Refuge Ranch, Rochester, IL. Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at calvertmemorial.com.
Myra was born June 23, 1948, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Charles and Helen (Myers) Elliott. She had worked for many years as a Beautician. Myra had a love for antiques, which she was able to share through years of managing the Elwin Antique Mall. She truly enjoyed the outdoors, tending to her flower gardens, and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren.
Surviving is her daughter: Tammy Day (Terry) of Springfield, IL; brothers: Bill Bentley of Pawnee, IL and Travis Elliott (Tammy) of Indiana; grandchildren: Faith Day, Andrew Day, Jeuliyan Koehler, and Rylan Bender; nieces and nephews: Lacie Nowakowski (Zach,) Brett Bentley (Kelsie,) and Aaron Bentley. Also surviving is her special feline: Mistletoe.
She was preceded in death by parents, life-partner: Tom Estell; son: Tice Sharp III; brother: Chuck Bentley; and her granddaughter: Marie Esther Day.
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Jacquelyn Schwegel
March 20, 2025
I did Myra's hair every week for several years until Imoved to Mississippi. We became dear friends. I'm glad she knew Jesus so I can look forward to seeing her again in heaven. Loved her so much. She was an amazing woman that touched many lives
Lucinda Linton
November 13, 2024
Myra and I worked together at Rambo pharmacy. She was a beautiful, elegant and fun loving lady. RIP Myra, I know Tom and you are walking hand in hand on those gold roads of heaven.
Erica
October 23, 2024
Had a pleasure of knowing Myra when I cared for Tom. Very sweet lady, I know her and Tom are happily reunited.
Mia Maddox
October 18, 2024
My mom and I always enjoyed talking to Myra when we saw her at Elwin Antique Mall . Myra always had a smile and kind words for us . Thinking of all of Myra’s family during this rough time .
Mia Maddox
Sandy Marquis
October 16, 2024
Myra was such a sweet lady. She would stop by my office every now and then to just visit. I will miss her visits.
Shelley Whiteside
October 15, 2024
I met Myra at Lincolnshire Memory Care Center when she was there visiting Tom. We talked alot about our families, pets, and world events. Lovely caring lady. The whole world is just not as good without her in it. She loved and watched over Tom every single day until he passed. RIP Myra. I will never forget you.
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