Sharon Dee Lenhard

Sharon Dee Lenhard obituary, Gaylord, MI

Sharon Dee Lenhard

Sharon Lenhard Obituary

Visit the Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Gaylord website to view the full obituary.

Sharon Dee Lenhard, born January 20, 1935, in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026.

Sharon was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who centered her life around family. She is survived by her children Terry Mulvaney and Laurie Denbo (Jeff). She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Michael Denbo, Ryan Denbo, Shane Mulvaney (Jessica), Taylor Wagner (Levi), and John Pollard, along with her great-grandson Connor Mulvaney.

She was preceded in death by her son Tom Pollard and her daughter Janice Kay Mulvaney, who passed away at just three days old. Sharon was also preceded in death by her parents, Pauline and Roy Spier, and her sister, Shirley Walton.

She is also survived by her nieces Diane Strolle (Hank) and Deb Crotty.

In her early years, Sharon shared her love of teaching as both a Sunday school teacher and a dance instructor. She later devoted many years to raising her children and creating a home filled with love, laughter, and care. As her children grew older, Sharon began a career in real estate, first working as an agent and later with a real estate title company, where she remained until retiring at the age of 71. She took great pride in her work and enjoyed helping others through the process of finding a place to call home.

In retirement, Sharon found happiness in the simple things she loved most. She enjoyed gardening and took great pride in caring for her plants. More than anything, she treasured time spent with her family and the memories they created together.

Sharon will be remembered for her warmth, humor, and the deep love she had for her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

A celebration of Sharon's life will be held at a later date, where family and friends will gather to share stories and remember the many ways she touched their lives.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

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

Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Gaylord

850 N. Center Ave. P.O. Box 249, Gaylord, MI 49734

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