It’s with great sadness that the family of Lynne Sharp announce her peaceful passing, at the Tudor Manor, Okotoks December 26, 2023 at the age of 77 years.
Lynne was born in Vulcan, AB on September 23, 1946, second daughter of Ed and Margaret Richardson. She attended grades one through twelve in Vulcan.
After growing up in the same community together, Lynne married Bill Sharp on October 30, 1965 and they resided on the family farm. Together, they raised two children – Jan Loree and Darren. In 1973, Bill and Lynne purchased the farm from his parents after they retired to Vulcan. They spent the next 35 years raising their family, farming and enjoying wonderful friends, family and neighbors and being active in the Berrywater Community.
In 2008, Bill and Lynne sold the farm and retired to High River where Lynne continued to live after Bill passed away in August of 2017. Again, they were blessed to have fantastic neighbors and very much enjoyed town life. Lynne was very blessed to do some traveling over the years – Canada, various United States, Australia/New Zealand, Caribbean, Mexico and her favorite – Italy.
Lynne enjoyed traveling, golf, good friends and most of all, her family, especially her two grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by many.
Lynne is survived by her two children – Jan Loree (Derrick) Hurl of Vulcan, Darren Sharp of Okotoks, her precious grandchildren – Makenna and Mason Sharp, sister Helen (Bill) Olinik of Regina, very special nieces and nephews, sister-in-law Dorothy Sharp and a host of friends. Lynne was predeceased by her husband Bill in 2017, parents Ed & Margaret Richardson, in-laws Bill and Helma Sharp, sisters-in-law Rose Fox and Betty (Darwin) Miller, and brothers-in-law John Sharp and Don Fox.
Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 1:30 pm at the Vulcan Church of Christ (409-1 St. S), Pastor David Skinner officiating. Inurnment Vulcan Cemetery Columbarium.
Tributes in Lynne’s memory can be made to the Brenda Stafford Foundation (Tudor Manor) online at www.thebsf.ca or the Vulcan County Health & Wellness Foundation, Box 28, Vulcan, AB, T0L 2B0, or to vchw.foundation@gmail.com.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Dear Jan, Derrick, Darren and family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. So many wonderful memories to cherish, and now she is with your Dad again. My thoughts and prayers with all of you at this difficult time.
Sending hugs, Sue and family
Sue!!! Thank you so much! She will be missed but you are right – knowing she’s with Dad again, healthy and happy, gives us so much comfort!
Miss you – take care,
Jan
Sincere condolences to all of Lynn’s family. I can remember your mom bringing you for music lessons Jan Loree, she always had a smile and a cheerful greeting. I met her in Maui a few years ago where she was having a great time with friends, Cherish your special memories.
Thank you so much Rosemary! She talked about the Maui trip a lot and how much fun it was! She had high hopes of going back.
Jan
So sorry to hear about Lynne, Jan and Darren!! We had many fun times together through the years. I know you will have many happy memories to remember her bye. Our hearts go out to you all!
Thank you so much Carol and Ken! Milo was always home and Mom loved the friendships she had with the Milo Community.
Jan
Jan Lorrie , Darren & families I just wanted to pass along my condolences on the recent loss of your mom! I enjoyed getting to know both of you& to sing with you both in choir gatherings! My condolences are with all of you at this difficult time!
Thank you so much Andrea! Those were fun days! Mom will be missed!
Jan
To Jan Loree, Derrick, Darren and family. We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. She will be greatly missed.
Betty and Gary
Thanks so much, Betty! We will definitely miss her!
Jan Loree
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother and grandmother, Jan Loree, Darren, and family. She was a special lady and very kind. Your folks were missed in the Milo area when they moved to High River and I know how much they were always appreciated by their friends. I joined the Lions Club the year after they moved, so I missed being in Lions with your Dad by one year. It was good seeing your Dad when he would come to the Interclub with Ted Oakes, and both of your parents when they would come for the barbecue in August.
I was sorry to hear that Lynne was suffering as much as she was, especially for someone who had been so active and enjoyed travelling. May you find peace in coming to terms with her passing, as well as inspiration from her memory and her love for you.
Thank you for your kind words, Christopher. It’s been a long 2 years for her. They both loved the Milo community so much – it was home!
Jan
So sorry to hear of your moms passing. She was such an awesome lady. Thank goodness for the memories…
Thanks so much Bea! She was awesome!!
Jan
I’m so sorry for your loss. Lynne and I shared many great memories of our time in Milo and as golfing partners. She was an awesome friend.
May her memory be a blessing to you all!
Thank you so much Carol! She thought so much of you and she always hoped to get back on the golf course but it just wasn’t meant to be. She will be missed for sure!
Jan
Sorry for your loss guys. Your folks were very well loved throughout the community.
I’m sure you will miss them both, but they are together again!
Appreciated your updates along the way. Everyone we pulling for her. She gave it a good fight.
Hugs to all…
Ron Deitz
Thank you so much Ron! She went through an awful lot in the last 2 years and as much as we will miss her, we’re happy she’s with dad and lots of family and friends again.
Jan
Jan Loree , Darren and Family,
Bent and I send our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time. We enjoyed so many years of having Lynne and Bill as neighbors ,sharing many good times and laughs together. She will be missed in our community. She loved all of you so much! Hugs Val and Bent
Thank you so much Val! They loved having you as neighbors too! It’s a loss in our lives but we’re grateful that Mom is with Dad again.
Take care,
Jan
Dear Jan Loree , Darren and Families: Our sincere condolences and fond memories of your Mom. Trusting this is a blessing, her love, legacy and her amazing character will sustain you at this time and always. Our somewhat short time in the community she helped to build and grow is remembered with gratitude. Loves across the years. Iona and Barry.
Thank you so much Iona! It’s been a journey for sure and even though her loss leaves a huge void in our lives, we’re grateful she’s free and with Dad and everyone else who went before her.
Thank you again!
Jan
Dear Sharp family.
So, so sorry to hear about your mom and grandmother, Lynn. She was an amazing lady and a true and wonderful friend as was your dad, Bill. They were my dear friends before they were married. I loved them both and were close and true friends all their lives. I am very sorry I will not be able to attend Lynn’s memorial as I do not drive any more and I have trouble getting around. However please accept my sincerest sympathy on her passing. I have deepest feelings for all your family at this very sad time. Please accept my deepest hugs and condolences at this time
Thank you so much John! You are such an important part of our family and we thank you for that! Mom and Dad thought so much of you and your friendship! I will send you the livestream link, if you’re able to do that.
Luv Jan Loree
Jan and Derrick … my sincere sympathy goes out to you at this sad time. I know that your Mom had a real tough time of it over the past few months, Jan, and we have all been keeping you and your family in our thoughts throughout her illness!
Thank you so much Marvin! She will be missed!
Jan
Dear Jan and Darren and families,
Your Mother will be missed more than I can say.
She was a fabulous woman .
Always welcoming and very fun .
It was always my pleasure to visit and have lots of laughs.
I am so thankful to have been called a friend by both your parents. They were a real contribution to the community,
Much love to all of you and you r in my thoughts today and always. XOXO
Thank you so much Rae! She loved you so much and you’re like family!
Jan
My sympathy Jan Laree Derrick Darren and family. I am truly sorry for your loss
Thank you so much Donna! She will be missed!
Dear Jan, Darren, and families,
Sending our sincere sympathy to you all on the passing of your Mom, Lynne. May your happy memories help you through this sad time. Lyle and I were always so glad to see and visit with your Mom and Dad when we came back to Milo and will miss their wonderful smiles and happy visits. They will be rejoicing at being together again.
Hugs and love, from Lyle and Joan Winch
Thank you so much Lyle and Joan. We will definitely miss her!
Jan
Dear Jan, Darren and families,
I was sadden to hear of the passing of your dear mom and grandmother. I remember when she was a girl in High School, I drove the bus that picked her up at the farm. She always got on the bus with a “Good Morning smile”. When she and your dad moved to High River they were my neighbours, just two doors away. Wonderful people!
My sympathies to you and your families. God give you his peace.
Thank you so much for your kind words Ted! She thought so much of your family. We will miss her indeed!
Jan
To Jan, Derrick,Darren and families ……. My thought’s and prayers are with you guy’s at this difficult time . Your Mom was a beautiful and a special person to everyone who knew her. Lynn will be sadly missed by all in the community and of course she was involved in everything that went on!!!!!! Impossible to replace those people!!!!!!
Sincerely Ron Barnes & Virginia Haahr
Thank you so much Ron! She was our center and we will miss her like crazy!
Jan
Jan, Derrick, Darren and family, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear Mom. Such a lovely lady who was a joy to visit with. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Thank you so much Lynn! We will definitely miss our Mama!
Jan
Dear Jan, Derrick, and Darren and Family
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear Mother and Grandmother. Jan, thank you for the updates of Mom’s health so we could feel we were with you as you watched over her. Darren, we know how much you were there for her. Your Mom was a loving person who always had a kind word for everyone she ran into and I remember her lovely singing. Leighton remembers attending birthday parties of all the neighbour kids in the community—including Laura, Lynell, Lynne, and Leighton. Please know that our prayers are with you as you cherish the wonderful memories of your Mom/Grandmother. Hugs, Leighton and Penny
Thanks so much Leighton and Penny! I remember those singing days fondly and she enjoyed it so much! We will miss mom so much!
Jan
Condolences to all Lynne’s family…. I was always happy to run into Lynne when visiting Vulcan (home). Same with her mother, Margaret.
Thanks so much Ted! We will miss her but happy she’s with loved ones there too!!
Jan
Roy and I send our heartfelt sympathies to your whole family. I have wonderful memories of singing with your Mom years ago as a barbershop group in Vulcan. We had so many laughs and joyful times through music. It was always wonderful to see your Mom and Grandma at all the barbershop events over the years too. She’ll always be with you through music.
With our thoughts and sympathy,
Roy and Marj Knive
Thanks so much Marj! So many good times during those barbershop years! She loved it! We will definitely miss her!
Jan
Dear Jan, Derrick, Darren and families, our prayers and love are being sent to you on the passing of your loving mom and grandma.
Lynne was a caring, compassionate mom, grandma, friend and will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Love you!!
Thank you so much Val and Ron (Hugs)
Jan
Your mom was an amazing lady and I know how much she was loved and cherished by her family!! I hope that you can find peace knowing she has been reunited with her best friend and the love of her life. Please know your two adoring parents are in heaven showering all of you with their continued love. If there’s anything you need please let me know!! I love you !
Thanks so much Val! Love you too!!
Jan