Sharon Louise Shears, age 86, of Sturgis, passed away Saturday morning, November 9, 2024, at her home.
She was born April 3, 1938, in LaGrange, Indiana, daughter of the late Dey and Opal (Smith) Hostetler.
Sharon was a lifelong Sturgis resident and graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1956.
On April 30, 1957, she married Royce D. Shears in Sturgis. He preceded her in death April 2, 2022.
Sharon was a beauty operator and instructor for 54 years.
She was a longtime member of Radiant Life Church in Sturgis.
She is survived by her children: Timothy (Sherry) Shears of Constantine, Dawn Moran of Sturgis, and Chris (Judy) Shears of Mendon; six grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two grandsons, brother: Donal Dey Hostetler, infant brother and sister: Rosalie Huben.
In accordance honoring Sharon’s wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial graveside service and interment of the remains will take place at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 16th at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis. Pastor Josh Herrema of Radiant Life Church will officiate.
The Hackman Family Funeral Homes of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial donations would be appreciated to Radiant Life Church (Children’s Program), 907 N. Nottawa Street, Sturgis, MI 49091 or Alzheimer’s Association 200 Turwill Lane Suite 6, Kalamazoo, MI 49006.
We encourage relatives and friends to share memories and condolences at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.