Steven Corey Sharp

Steven Corey Sharp obituary, Knoxville, TN

Steven Corey Sharp

Steven Sharp Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bridges Funeral Home on Jan. 21, 2026.
Steven Corey Sharp - age 69, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026 at his home in Knox County. Steve was a funny, intelligent and loving man who will be missed dearly by his wife Dorothy and all who knew him.

Steve served in the Army and then attended East Tennessee State University where he majored in math and science education. He also earned a Master's Degree from the University of Tennessee. Steve was an educator for many years and was also interested in and worked with computers and gardening.

Steve was preceded in death by his mother Shirley Marshall and his father Charles Sharp.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Schmidt Sharp; sisters Sheryl Neiman and Kristi Sharp Vogt; brothers Brian Sharp, Jeff Anderson and Scott Anderson; two daughters Sara Martin and Ellen Sharp; three grandchildren; and nephews Dylan Sharp and Connor Sharp.

Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com

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

Bridges Funeral Home

5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924

Make a Donation
in Steven Sharp's name

How to support Steven'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 Steven Sharp'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 Steven Sharp's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?