Sharon Lynne Lee

Sharon Lynne Lee

Sharon Lee Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Abbey Cremation Service - Rocky Hill on Mar. 27, 2026.
Sharon passed peacefully in her bed at home in Columbia, Saturday march 21st, surrounded by loved ones.

She was pre deceased by her husband of 55 years David lee the love of her life, her father Wellington Emery, mother Valerie, sisters Tsani Pinnone (Emery), Crystal Baver (Emery) and infant sister Alida Faye Emery.

She leaves her two sons Anthony Tarascio and his wife Mary Ann Tarascio, Richard Tarascio and his wife christine Tarascio and Anthony Taylor her "adopted" son and his wife Lynn.

Several nieces & nephews, cousins and her greatest joys her grandchildren, Bethany Tarascio, Lorenzo Tarascio, and her great grandchildren, Makenzie and Camden Smith.

Her lifelong best friend Joan Hayward was with her in her final weeks visiting almost daily as a source of comfort and love till her passing.

She was a devout born again Christian devoting her life to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

She loved to play games and crochet making items for her family and friends. She also made hats for cancer patients going through chemotherapy weekly to cover their heads.

Sharon loved fiercely everyone around her and welcomed everyone as family once she got to know you.

Her favorite holiday was Christmas where she would delight in watching everyone open presents lasting for hours.

Burial services will be private with her immediate family, her final resting place will be Bar Harbor along side her parents and family as well as her husband David.

A celebration of life will be held in the summer.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Sharon's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Sharon Lee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Sharon Lee's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?