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Obituary for Patricia A. Sharp
Patricia A. Sharp, 79, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, September 26, 2022, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on February 1, 1943, in Mount Carmel, the daughter of Basil and Ruby (Fortner) Brandebourg. She married Billy D. Sharp on July 29, 1960, and together they enjoyed forty-five years of marriage until his passing on April 18, 2006.
Patricia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed being helpful to others which lead to a career as an in-home caregiver. Patricia also worked as a retail clerk for many years at Rural King. She had a love of animals, particularly dogs. Patricia enjoyed doing yard work and in her spare time she loved to read. She loved her family dearly and will be missed by all who knew her.
Patricia leaves behind one son, Scott Sharp; grandchildren, Kiana, Malia, Bailey, Melody, Mandy, Brittany, and Crystal; great-grandchildren, Kora, Logan, Lexi, Carly, Miley, Max, Scarlett, Stella, and Chrislynn; one sister, Sandy (Larry) Detruf; one niece and one nephew.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughters, Janet Riggs, and Tracy Boyd.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Friday, September 30, 2022, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 30, 2022, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Minister Larry Detruf officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery where Patricia will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Billy.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Patricia’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Sharp family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
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Previous Events
Visitation
Friday
30
Sep
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Keepes Funeral Home
1500 N. Cherry
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Funeral Service
Friday
30
Sep
1:00 PM
Keepes Funeral Home
1500 N. Cherry
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Cemetery Details
Location
Highland Memorial Cemetery
college drive
Mount Carmel, il 62863
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