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Sharon Steiner Hastings
1944 - 2020
Sharon Steiner Hastings
1944 - 2020
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Sharon Hastings Obituary
Sharon Lavaun Steiner Hastings, 76, of Mesa, AZ passed into the presence of her Lord on April 22, 2020 at her home in Greenfield Glen, from Leukemia. Sharon was born April 7th 1942 in Dearborn, MI, to Wayne and Ruth Steiner. She grew up in Phoenix Arizona with her brother Duane and sister Coleen.
As an Educator, Sharon taught, ministered in music, led women's bible studies, retreats and seminars in different churches and community groups across the country. Her outlook on life was grounded in her firm belief and great faith as a result of a strong biblical view of God as one who is great and worthy of praise.
Sharon studied elementary education, special ed., music, and biblical literature at Taylor University Fort Wayne and Calvary Bible College which led to spending numerous years in Southern California as a special ed. teacher in the public school district, working at Pepperdine University for 10 years, and being a business owner of Heritage Book & Bible Store. As a retired teacher, Sharon volunteered in the local public school. She also served in numerous churches with her husband, Ed. Sharon loved her five grandchildren dearly and counted every moment with them as precious.
Sharon and Ed, enjoyed an adventurous journey together for 56 years. They spent many years teaching, ministering, counseling and inspiring others to a deeper awareness of God. Many teaching groups were led to Israel, Greece, and Hungary and for many years annual trips to Europe took them to places where much of the history of the church and its leaders originated.
Sharon is survived by her husband, Ed; her two sons, Daniel (Susan) and Douglas (Amy); five grandchildren, Haley, Emma, Lily, Clayton and Lucy; and her brother Duane
The mission of Jesus and people of God were Sharon's passion, in lieu of flowers, please support her local church at https://redeemeraz.org/give
All are welcome to join in the celebration of life of a faith-filled, wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, friend and sister in Christ. The service will be broadcast live on Saturday, May 16 at 9am PT/11am CT
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCenfIkvDIJa4Qb4WgsH8hkw
Special thanks to Redeemer Bible Church, Gilbert, AZ Redeemeraz.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Mark Britowich
November 24, 2023
I knew Sharon (and Ed and children) from the years that Sharon was a real estate agent in Calabasas, and I was a mortgage broker. She was always a joy to talk with, to work with, to get to know. I only tonight discovered that we had lost her, and wanted to pass on my warmest regards to Ed and the boys, and to say that she will always be a blessing in your lives and the lives of those she interacted with.
Charlotte Swanson
June 27, 2020
I pray that our Lord is comforting you all with fond memories of her grace-filled life. She was such a lady and I always felt the flow of her kindness when I was near her.
Many times I enjoyed her warm hospitality and generosity.
I am sorry that she was called home so soon. May our sweet Jesus gently carry you while she is absent from us.
Stephanie Bell Eagle Harbourne
June 15, 2020
June 14, 2020
My dear, dear friend. How fortunate we were that the
"visit" to our home in Lake Sherwood, CA was on your
bucket list. John and I so enjoyed Ed , and of course you.
We do go back a long way. I especially remember the Women's Council of Realtors Board and the trip we took to New Orleans. What fun we have shared. We never lost touch.
I was so fortunate to share in your last moments on the earth. You were a very brave lady with an equally brave husband and care-giver to the end.
"She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called happy." ______Proverbs 3:18
A peaceful rest in Heaven dear Sharon. You earned it. God bless your beautiful spirit. My love to Ed and your family.
____Stephanie Bell Eagle Harbourne
May 16, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. It is a great comfort knowing the ones we love are in heaven with our Lord and Savior, but the loss here on earth is devastating. I pray that God gives you peace and comfort. Sharon will be missed. We were blessed to have her in our lives and I will never forget all she did for my sister Becky. With love, Debby Nichols.
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Beth Mulcahy Mulcahy Law Firm, P.C.
May 14, 2020
Dear Ed: Please accept of deepest sympathy regarding the passing of Sharon. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Joe Donovan
May 11, 2020
I thought I had entered out condolences. Claudine and I are so very sad at the passing of Sharon. Great friends over many years since we were neighbors. Great spiritual support. Blessins.
Sherryl Helman
May 1, 2020
Our love to Ed, their sons and families with prayers for comfort and their grief.
However we rejoice in the knowledge that Sharon is with Jesus, no more pain and suffering trying to beat this nasty disease.
She was such an inspiration to me. Always cheerful and praising the Lord!! Uplifting me when I was down and on a pity party!
Pat Livengood
April 29, 2020
Ed and family, I am so sorry to hear about Sharon. May God give you His peace and blessings during this time. I enjoyed some great Bible studies with Sharon and will treasure that time studying God's word. She brought some great insight into the studies.
Burt and Brenda Harris
April 29, 2020
Ed and Family
We are so sorry to hear about Sharon but we know she's with her Lord and Savior. Our heartfelt sympathy to you Ed and yours. We are praying for you and the family
April 27, 2020
Dear Ed and Family: Max and I were shocked to read of Sharon's passing. I'm sure that this has been so difficult for you all. Sharon was so full of life and joyful, it's hard to believe that she is gone. She had such a love for her family and her friends and met life's hardships with her strong faith, joy and trust in the Lord. We pray the Lord's peace and comfort for all of the family and may the Lord be glorified in her passing. Max and Grayce Coffey, Harrisburg, Oregon.
Elva Lee
April 26, 2020
Sharon, one of the loveliest souls I know, will be missed until we meet again. Condolences to the family.
Larry & Sue Cummings
April 26, 2020
Good Morning Ed and Family, I am an "Old Ape" that has known Sweet Sweet Sharon and her Hubby Ed for I don't know how many years,I ran out of fingers and toes.
When you talk about Representing Jesus by your actions and not just your words SHARON WALKED IT NOT JUST TALKED IT.
In my life time you don't get to find and get to watch it with your own eyes but I did and will never forget her and looking forward to seeing her again when we all meet again in Heaven.
God Bless you Ed and and the Rest of the family,I have put Sharon's entire Family on my Prayer list and I go thru it every day, and I have 13 pages that I have the privilege of asking for Gods Hand to be on the entire list which I go thru one name at a time daily.
God Bless you all and our love.
Larry & Sue Cummings
Daniel and Rebecca Ray
April 25, 2020
We only met Susan a few times through Dan and Susan, but her example of faith and tenacity was encouraging to all of us as we would hear her story through Dan and Susan. We are thankful she is no longer in pain and rejoicing with the Lord. We love you Dan and Susan. Praying for you during this time.
Kim Henry
April 25, 2020
Sharon's love for the Lord and others touched my life many years ago. She loved her family and always had a positive perspective even when life was tough. She was a powerful teacher in living large for Jesus! An angel of encouragement will be missed!
Julie (friend of Dan & Susan) Bradfeldt
April 25, 2020
Sharon was an amazing woman who I had the privilege to come to know a bit and love a lot! Sharon's legacy and the way she lived her life will continue to inspire me and live in my heart all the days of my life, and I really hardly knew her so I can only imagine the impact she has had on those closest in her life. What an amazing example of a life well lived. Blessings to the family who carry on her amazing legacy!
Emily Link
April 25, 2020
Sharon was a wonderful friend to all who knew her. I knew her as a Realtor in Westlake Village and she was so classy and thoughtful. I am so thankful to God that He brought her into my life to be my friend. She was very inspirational to me on my walk with our Lord. I will see her in heaven one day!
Keets Cassar
April 25, 2020
Sharon will always share a special place in my life. So many memories and photographs from our Birthday Girls trips and gatherings. Her always happy and upbeat spirit was an inspiration to us all and I will always treasure the times we spent together and the joyous laughter we shared.
Daniel Woods
April 25, 2020
I met Sharon the first day of 7 grade at Issac School, we both went to Phoenix Christian High School. Kathy and I so enjoyed seeing she and Ed at our class
reunions. What a Christian
Gary Sonnenberg
April 25, 2020
A beautiful lady with a Spirit that always was in tune with God's love and direction. We share your loss, and will remember the fond memories that we shared when she visited here in Michigan. May God continue to strengthen you and your family.
Carol Ringer
April 25, 2020
It was your boys and my brother Ted that brought us together in Southern California. I think the last time we had fellowship was meeting for lunch at a restaurant in the Redlands area. May God bring comfort to your family.
Barbara Steckel
April 24, 2020
Dale and I are so sorry to hear about Sharon. What wonderful memories we have of her and Ed in Chaparral CC as well as after as we visited when they were in the area. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family at the loss of a wonderful Wife, Mother, Grandmother and friend.
Barb and Dale Steckel (Palm Desert, CA and Sterling, AK)
April 24, 2020
John & I are so very sorry to hear about Sharon. We haven
April 24, 2020
I got to know Sharon and Ed while attending Redeemer Bible Church for several years. She always had such a kind smile and warm hug, along with being a blessing used by God. I am sorry for your loss.
Val Thomas
CAROL FORD
April 24, 2020
Such a beautiful God loving woman. I am so blessed to have had Sharon in my life. She will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to Ed and her family.
Rick Whitten
April 24, 2020
Though painful on this side of glory, I rejoice with you in Sharon's homecoming. May God give you comfort and peace. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to know this sweet sister. God bless you all.
Glenna Bigelow
April 24, 2020
I had not known Sharon very long, but we had several common bonds through her illness progression and the same friends. Her joy in the Lord was very evident in her Facebook postings and emails. She touched many lives that will bring honor to her best friend, Jesus. Our prayers for peace for the family who so graciously attended her.
Patricia Lee
April 24, 2020
Surprised at how time has passed. My sympathies to Ed and children.
Pat Lee, Eugene First Baptist Church
Sue & Dave Yeomans
April 24, 2020
We only met Sharon a few years ago, but her faith, love, and joy in her Lord and Savior will remain with us forever.... such a beautiful Godly woman! ❤❤
We will miss her dearly, until we meet again!
Lee Morgan
April 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of her passing. Sharon sold us the home that we are still living in in 1994. I also worked with her at Pepperdine University. My prayers are with her family but grateful to know where she is now.
Graham Williams
April 24, 2020
So sad to hear of the passing of a Friend forever Sharon.
My. condolences to her beloved Husband and family.
May she rest in peace in the Lord's arms.
Graham & Lynda.xxx
Betty Hafer
April 24, 2020
Wonderful high school memories at Phoenix Christian High School. We cheerleaders looked up to her. Sharon will be missed.
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