Ronald L. Sharp Sr., 76 years of age, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family.  Ron was born on July 29, 1944 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Hershel and Dorotha (Barnes) Sharp and has remained a lifelong resident.  He was a graduate of Riley High School, and worked for Stanz Food Service as a Truck Driver for 42 years.  He was a volunteer fireman for Centre Township Fire Department from 1973 to 1987.

On August 24, 1963 Ron was united in marriage Mary Lou Smith, his beautiful wife of 57 years who survives.  He is also survived by his, daughters, Laura (Daniel) Weaver of Syracuse, IN, Deborah (John Tepe) Hahn of North Fort Myers, FL, Julie Sharp of Mishawaka, sons, Ron “Jr” (Donna) Sharp of Elkhart, and Jon (Missy) Sharp of Mishawaka.  Also surviving are his grandchildren, Jon(Kayla) Weaver, Kimberlee (David) Dahl, Jennifer (Tyler) Warman, Ashlee Hahn, Kaylynne (Ryan) Johnson, Angel Cramer, Michael (Falon) Tanner, Jason (Kennedy) Sharp, Justin (Ashley) Sharp, Ryan (Kelli) Sharp, Tia (Adam) Drudge, Liberty, Justice, Glory, and Honor Sharp, along with 21 great-grandchildren.  He also leaves behind his sister, Juanita Searfoss of South Bend and brother, Jerry (Rodger) Sharp of North Vernon, IN, and his special sister-in-law “Guilda” and special trash n treasure buddy Alan.  Ron was the beloved “Uncle Ronnie” to many special nieces and nephews which he loved dearly and loved to spend time with.

Along with his parents Ronald is preceded in death by his brother David Sharp, grandson J.D. Hahn and son-in-law Jeffrey Hahn.  Ron will be fondly remembered for his trash and treasure hunting skills and finding a purpose for those items he collected.  He was an avid fisherman and loved his Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.  He enjoyed spending time with his “Coffee buddies” at McDonalds and Chick-fil-A.    Most of all he will be remembered for his love for his wife and his family who will miss him dearly.

No services will be held at this time.  The family will have a celebration of life at a later date.  Palmer Funeral Home – Guisinger Chapel and Southlawn Cremation services are assisting the family with arrangements. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Ron memory to Sonlight Fellowship Wesleyan Church, 3702 S. Michigan St. South Bend, IN 46614

Online condolences may be directed to the Sharp family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com

djb 09.06.2020