Sharon Forte

Sharon Forte

Sharon Forte Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Northern Star Mortuary - Kansas City on Jan. 20, 2025.

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Born October 23, 1951 to Earlena Jefferson and Lonnie (Red) Steen, of McGehee, Arkansas; she was their only child. Sharon always made time for everyone. She always provided support and love for her family. She was a compassionate spirit whose passion was caring for others. She was a strong, kind, loving and supporting mother. Her knowledge and guidance was the foundation of her family.
On December 21, 2023, Sharon got her wings and went to walk with the angels. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 72.
Sharon is survived by her 6 children: Antonio Forte (Mindy) of Kansas City, KS; Darrel Forte of Overland Park, KS; Rashonda Bradley (Danny) of Shawnee, KS; Takisha Kelsey (Chris) of Kansas City, MO; Aubrey Lewis Jr. of Kansas City, MO; and Tabitha Anderson (Sam) of Kansas City, MO. 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Three sisters: Josephine Ellis of McGehee, Arkansas; Teretha Murray of St. Louis, MO; and Kimberly Martin of Monticello, Arkansas.
She is preceded in death by both parents, brothers, Joel and Kenneth Ray Steen, and sister, Ginette Steen.

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