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Sharon Wussow Obituary
Born in Kasson, Minnesota, on January 9, 1946, Sharon graduated from Hayfield High School in 1964. She spent her professional career as a bookkeeper. Sharon was a dedicated servant of God, celebrating rites like her baptism and confirmation throughout her life. Known as a skillful craftswoman and quilter, she loved spending time with her friends from church and making prayer quilts.
She is survived by her daughters, Tina (Michael) Cummings of Farmington, Minnesota, and Teresa (Nicholas) Anderson of Weaubleau, Missouri; eight grandchildren: Christine, Nathaniel, Elizabeth, Kaitlin, Caroline, Emily, Colton, and Jack; seven great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Mia. She is also survived by her siblings: Carol (James) Kmiecik, Roger (Jacque) Nelson, Barbara Nelson, and Russell (Debbie) Nelson.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Beth; and her brothers: Robert "Bobby" Nelson, twins Larry and Gerry Nelson, Richard "Dick" Nelson, Roy Nelson, Ralph Nelson, Rodney Nelson, and Reinold "Babe" Nelson.
A Celebration of Life will be held on May 24, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Barbara Nelson's home at 1327 4th Ave SE in Rochester, Minnesota. A light lunch will be served as we share memories of Sharon's life.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Sharon's memory.
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Carole Sorensen
May 17, 2025
I hired Shari to work as my bookkeeper probably 20 years ago, we became friends
We went to Mankato to see Maranda lambertyears ago She was completely dedicated to her job, faithful til her illness caused her to retire
Melissa Knauer
May 12, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Sharon at the vet clinic-her warmth and kindness touched everyone around her. She was so devoted to her sweet pups, Missy and Mia, and spoke of them often with such love. She will be truly missed.
Melanie Hagedorn
May 12, 2025
Sharon was such a delight to work with and be around! She was such a blessing
Carissa Walters
May 12, 2025
I met Shari & Mia when she started working and doing the Book keeping at the Vet Clinic. I also did Grooming for Mia & Missy. Shari was the strongest person I´ve met. She fought every challenge showing her strength and determination.
I lived our conversations, she was a great lady and I´m so happy to have met her! Rest in Piece Shari, I´ll miss seeing your bright smile!
My deepest condolences to her family and to little Mia who she loved with everything she had!
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Kelly Schurhammer
May 12, 2025
Our condolences to Shari's family. She was my co-worker for several years at Sorensen Painting and we shared many memories. Her excellent memory and having such a zest for life and laughter made our time together so much more than a work life.
We shared a love for pets and enjoyed having her dogs with Missy and Mia in the office, we miss them very much!
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