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Richard Martell Sharp, 60, was born April 27, 1950, in Rexburg, Idaho, to William Martell and Lois Annie Taylor Sharp. He graduated from Madison High School in 1968. He earned a degree from Ricks College in architectural drafting.
He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Alaska/British Columbia Mission.
When he returned home, he met and married Susan Lorene Rasmussen in January 1975. Together they have five children: Jennifer Marie (Travis) Torngren, Karen LeIsle (Dallas) Brown, Julie Alicia (Gary) Dansie, Jared Richard (Heather) Sharp and Brandon Dan (Lorna) Sharp.
Richard was the proud and loving grandparent of 18 grandchildren: Brett Torngren; Shaylee, Brennae, Halee, Danni, Kylie, Porter, Cooper and Bryndi Brown; Tori, Alicia, Jocelyn and Sydney Dansie; Sheridyn, Savannah and Katelyn Sharp; and Aubrey and Lydia Sharp.
He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman who shared his love for nature, hunting and camping with his children and grandchildren. His most remembered occupation was that of a horseshoer. His skill and talent were highly sought after. He excelled at everything he endeavored with skill and ingenuity. He was hard-working and intelligent and was a perfectionist who dedicated his life to providing for his family. He loved to teach those around him and he especially loved to bake with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife; children; grandchildren; his mother, Lois Sharp; and his siblings, Linda Dye, Perry Sharp and DeMar Sharp.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Martell Sharp.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Lyman LDS Chapel with Counselor Doug Jacobson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Flamm Funeral Home and from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at the church prior to services. Interment will be in Sutton Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.flammfh.com.
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Kristine Hicken Hansen
November 10, 2010
When we moved to Rexburg when I was in the eighth grade one of the first people that I met was a tall, kind football player named Dick Sharp. All through junior high and high school we became best of friends. Whether it was just hanging out with his bicycle, at my house playing Yahtzee, or in Jackson in his canoe, we loved being together. He was such a good friend to me. I also loved his family and their kindness to me, always. I feel so sad that I had not talked with Dick for over 30 years, but he will always have a special place in my heart... I was able to attend the funeral and I want you to know how impressed I was with the Sharp family. He was truly blessed. Please accept my love and condolences. Also a special note of thanks and love to Linda and Lois.
Brett Nelson
October 26, 2010
Dick was one of my best friends - working at the Food Center all those years ago. My heart goes out to his family. We know we will all see him again soon.
Bryce Bailey
October 23, 2010
First met Dick when I went to work at Rexburg Food Center he was a Senior and I was a Jr. at Madison High. I will always call him a friend, it didn't matter your age or what, he was a good man. Sympathy & condolences to his family, he will be missed by many!
Roberta Boice
October 23, 2010
Dear Susan & Fam -
My heart breaks and tears fill my eyes as I write this! I was so shocked when I opened the paper - I didn't know! My memories go 'way back' as I remember always visiting with Richard as I shopped Rexburg Food Center! That was a few years ago!!! God bless YOU Susan as you face this tragedy with courage - I am praying for you and will stop by the shop often to check on you. Richard will truly be missed and will leave a huge hole!
Our love to you all!
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Susie Sutton
October 22, 2010
Susan and fam... My heart is so full for you at this time... Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers... I don't sleep so well, so please call if you ever just need to talk,,,, Love you... Susie
Jerroleen Sorensen
October 22, 2010
Richard was a dear friend of my childhood. I was thinking of him just the other day. Although I haven't seen him since he graduated from high school, his wonderful sense of humor and kind heart have remained in my memory. Thank you for being a part of my life, Richard.
Jerroleen Hicken Sorensen
October 22, 2010
Dear Susan,
We just want you to know how shocked and saddened we were to learn of the sudden death of Richard.We both have such fond memories of Richard.He was truly a wonderful person. We hope your wonderful life together and your many memories of Richard will help to sustain you through the weeks and months ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family.
Byron and Lana Jensen
Susan Cottle
October 21, 2010
Dear Dick Sharp Family,
What fond memories I have of Dick! As 6 year olds we rolled marbles off the "fins" of new DeSotos in my father's car showroom; played hid 'n' seek in the garage where Dick's dad worked on cars. Later in high school I attended football games and cheered for Dick,the big lineman, whom I always call friend.
As an adult, I would go back to Rexburg for a summer vacation; I hoped I would run into Dick at the Food Center- to visit, catch-up on the news of former classmates and hear of his latest hunting adventure.
Please give my condolesences to Dick's mom, Lois, as well as your entire family.
God bless.
October 21, 2010
I was saddened to learn of Richards passing! He is and has been a true friend to so many. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Marilyn Hill Hammond
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