Robert F. Sharpe

Robert Sharpe Obituary

Robert Fairfax Sharpe, 83, of Petersburg, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 1, 2010.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sue Reese Sharpe.

His parents, Ivey John and Lady Dean Hall Sharpe; four brothers, Ivey John Sharpe Jr., William Hall Sharpe, Alex Woodrow Sharpe and James Alfred Sharpe; and one sister, Dean Viola Sharpe, preceded him in death.

Survivors include two sisters, Elizabeth Kahl and Paige Abeel of Petersburg; two sisters-in-law, Sadie Cox and Sarah Belcher of Colonial Heights; four nephews, John Abeel and wife Anne of Waverly, Keith Belcher and wife Karen of Disputanta, Raymond Belcher of Kitty Hawk, N.C., and Donald Belcher and wife Debbie of Concord, N.C.; five nieces, Dean Kahl Challen and husband Richard of Snellville, Ga., Kandice Kahl Barton of Townville, S.C., Mary Paige Abeel Carpenter and husband Kent of Charlotte, N.C., Jane Abeel Fitts and husband Michael of Petersburg, and Martha Cox Small and husband Buddy of Colonial Heights; and numerous great and great-great-nephews and nieces.

He was an active member of Monumental Baptist Church and prior to his death had been a member there longer than anyone else. He was a World War II U.S. Navy Veteran. He retired from the Virginia Electric and Power Company after 44 years of service. Prior to his retirement, he was the superintendent of transmission construction. During his illness, he was fortunate to have two wonderful caregivers, Carrie Johnson and Brenda Cobb.

The family will receive friends at J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home (103 S. Adams Street, Petersburg) on Monday, July 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. His funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6, at the J. T. Morriss Chapel with the Rev. Barry Ginn of Monumental Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Blandford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Road, Petersburg 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jrmorriss.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index from Jul. 3 to Jul. 4, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Sharpe

9 Entries

July 11, 2010

Sue, as you know I was surprised and saddened to hear of "Fair's" death.
Both of you have become part of my
family and he will be greatly missed.
Both Bill and I enjoyed having lunches
with him and you. Sue, you were his
great love and I know you will miss him. He was a man of strong character
and I always loved working with him.
June O. Thomas

Harold Adams

July 6, 2010

I was very sorry to learn of Robert's passing. Like many others, I had the opportunity to work with and learn from him at Virginia Power. His strong character and work ethic set a great example for all of us. He will be greatly missed. The Sharpe family will be in our prayers.

Noah Lenhart

July 6, 2010

Sue and Family,
Sorry to hear of the death of my friend Sharpe.I worked for him in Chase City in 1959.He was a mentor to me and helped me in my career at VEPCO.He was my boss and Friend. I am sure if God has any Transmission work to do he will be happy to do it.You have our deepest sympathy.
Our Love to you,
N.J. and Jere Lenhart

Martha Small

July 5, 2010

Uncle Fair, The only comfort is knowing your pain is gone, you are in a better place, and that we have our memories. Aunt Sue was your earthly angel but now you have a host of heavenly angels. You will live in our hearts as we remember you lovingly. For me it will be roller skating with you and picnics by our pool. Love. Niece Martha Cox Small and family.

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July 4, 2010

Dear Sharpe Family,
I am saddened to read of Mr. Sharpe's passing. I worked at Virginia Power many years ago in the transmission dept. and came to know him very well. He was a very kind man. I also knew his brother Bill. They were both very good men. I am lucky to have been able to know both of them. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Cathy Daniel
Kill Devil Hills, NC

Bernard King

July 4, 2010

Paige,Elizabeth and Familiy. Please accept my sincere condolences. "Fair" and you all were always the best. My thoughts are with you. I am living in Pa. now and will not be able to attend.My thoughts are with you all.

July 4, 2010

Dear Sue,
It was with great sadness that I learned of Robert's passing. He was a great friend and I had a great deal of respect for him. He had a great deal of influence on my career and I learned more from him than any other person I worked with.Unfortunately , I am out of town and will not be able to attend the services, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jim Earwood

Alex George

July 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Sharpe family. Robert was a great person and friend and will be missed by all that knew him.

Gail Haley

July 3, 2010

Julia, Charlie and myself love yall and are praying for you at this most difficult time.May our God of all comfort, wrap His arms around you and draw you ever closer to Himself. As Christians we have the blessed assurance of being reunited with our loved ones and with Jesus one day. What a day that will be!!! Love you, Gail

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