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Sharon was born June 24, 1941 in Portland Oregon, to parents Arthur and Lydia Bergreen, who had moved to Portland from the prairies of Saskatchewan Canada. Sharon grew up in the Laurelhurst area and then later attended and graduated from Lincoln High School. She attended University of Oregon before marrying John Murphy Hunt. They had four children together before their divorce: Sean (Bridget), Kevin (Kellie), Timothy, and Shannon (who became her caregiver). Sharon was blessed with nine grandchildren: Rachel, Nolan, Avery, Ryan, Wyatt, Marco, Rory, Jesse, and Cheyenne; and ten great-grandchildren.
Sharon loved her family and her community. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. Her door was always open for family, friends and neighbors. Some of her grandchildren were able to live with her and she cherished this time with them. She spent her career working in interior painting and decorative wallpaper installation, as well as serving as the neighborhood nanny.
Her family and friends have many special memories of Sharon including travels in her vintage red VW Bus filled with kids and dogs, her back deck slumber parties in the summer, her delicious pies and angel food cakes, and her Cascade Head hikes and beach adventures.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents Lydia and Arthur, the father of her children – John, her daughter-in-law Jennie, and her son-in-law Marcel. She is survived by her four children, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, sister Chloe, two nieces, one nephew and numerous cousins.
A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Cathedral in Portland on January 21, 2026 at 10 a.m. A private burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family suggests remembrances be made to St. Mary's Cathedral in Portland, Oregon.
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Jean Shepherd
February 1, 2026
Oh, Sharon! She was my first babysitter (I´m 72 now!) and one of my last interior painters. And always a trusted friend. She inspired me, and her energy was contagious. She had a clarity of emotional vision and honesty few people have as deeply.
I still have a voicemail she left me from early 2021 that I cherish.
I wish all her much-loved children all peace and comfort.
IVAN ZACKHEIM
January 21, 2026
Dear Shannon, We remember your mom as fun to be around, a good talker, agile, industrious, and, in short, a doer. Everyone who knew her was impressed by her. It was 35+ years ago and I can still see her on our floating staircase reaching, dabbing, and running her small crew. Most of all we are so grateful for you, who gave our children tender and thoughtful care. We´re unable to attend Mass, but hoping you will share your current contact information and news. With love and condolences, Ivan and Miriam
Susie Shepherd
January 20, 2026
Sharon was my favorite babysitter growing up! Mom and dad sometimes brought her to the beach with the family. I was so young I couldn't say, "Sharon with her bathing suit on;" it always came out, "Shaka Beebee suit on!" -- and so it remained for many decades! "Shaka" remained close with our family as we grew and went our separate ways. She was invaluable when mother re-painted and wallpapered our kitchen decades ago, and joined us for a grand dinner out when my older sister flew into town for a big award ceremony. She remained a close friend and decor advisor/doer for another sister. Heaven is all the richer for giant presence, and all who were blessed to know her have a glorious legacy of love to carry on! Rest in Peace, dearest Shaka!!!
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Jerry C Harris
January 18, 2026
I met Sharon when our sons were both in Robert Gray school. I was a coach for the baseball team. We had a great time. She was a great person to know and be with. She will be missed.
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KDean
January 15, 2026
To the families of Sharon and chloe I would like to give my most sincere condolences. Sharon was an amazing person and always loved children
She was fun to be around and always kind to me as a younger tagalong cousin.I am sure she will be missed by everyone that knew and loved her. I know she is at peace and I hope that that will comfort you in the days ahead. Love, KDean Bergreen Ray
Kent Houser
January 13, 2026
To Chloe and Sharon's Family - So sorry for the loss of your sister, mother and friend. I recall when at about the time of HS graduation I first met Sharon when she owned her own painting company. Was I ever impressed! She was truly one of a kind in my limited contact with her. As a young guy, I just thought she was the "coolest"! May she rest in peace in the arms of Christ our Savior. Kent Houser
Melissa Hunt
January 13, 2026
We will miss you. Such a wonderful, fun woman. I´ll always be grateful for Sharon when we lost our sister Jeanette (Snette Snette) with her kindness and her support. Prayers to her children and grandchildren.
Lynda Conklin Johnston
January 13, 2026
I knew Sharon at Washington High school for our first two years, and then her family moved to the Lincoln high school area. Sharon always was a nice friend and will be missed by many. I have fond memories of our time together.
Deb Gray
January 12, 2026
Sad to hear. She was such a love and so hillarious. We enjoyed her so much and will always think of very fondly. May she rest in peace.
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