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Donald Sharp Obituary
Sharp, Donald L. 69, Born and raised in South Bend, IN. A long time resident of Arlington Hts and Chicago, IL. President/Owner of Universal Group Inc., a life insurance brokerage company. Died September 23, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife of 47 years Sharon Sharp nee Barts, daughter Laura (Steve) Sharp Brackett and son Christopher "Kip" (Erin Geegan) Sharp. Also survived by three-month old twin grandchildren, Alexa and Quinn, sister-in-law, Sue LaFrenz plus many loving nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in his name to "Pets Are Worth Saving (PAWS) in honor of his beloved dogs Tapa, Rugby and Mr. Bojangels, 1110 W 35th Street, Chicago, IL, 60609. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 29th, from 9:15 a.m. until memorial service at 10:15 a.m. at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E Chestnut St. Chicago, IL. 
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Sharp
Bill Rodriguez Canales
August 4, 2020
Miss u and Sharon. Bless both of in ur journey.
Adrienne Drell
October 11, 2006
Weds Oct 11
Dearest Sharon
I just learned of Don's death, and my heart is so heavy for you. This has been a fall of losses for you, and a time of deep sadness.
I know with your usual spirit and determination you will go on and cross the steep cliffs of darkness. Know my most affectionate wishes are with you always...Love Adrienne Drell
Kathy Reiprich (from ol' Russell's)
October 9, 2006
Dear Laura - I was so very sorry to hear about your dad - Though I don't see you I still always ask about you and think of you often. Now I will also keep you and your family in my prayers, and pray that you will find peace in the loving and fun memories you have of your dad.
P.S. have to agree with Betsy he sure was a cutey!!!
Miriam Chaplik-Prober
October 5, 2006
To Don's precious Sharon, children
and family,
We are so deeply saddened by your tragic loss. How blessed you were to be his special loves. You brought love, devotion, laughter, happiness and meaning to his world and you were his reason for living. May your wonderful memories help you during this most difficult period of your lives.
David and I always felt his warmth and kindness each and every time we greeted each other. What a kind and genuine human being. Truly one of G-d's most beautiful children. May his memory be for a blessing!!
Miriam & David Prober
Joy and Bob Reptowski
October 3, 2006
Laura and Family,
Our deepest sympathy!Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.
Cathy Curran Feole
October 2, 2006
Kip,
I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cathy Curran Feole
Laura Galik
September 28, 2006
Dear Laura & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dads passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
George White
September 28, 2006
Sharon,
All of us at IGOR were saddened to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Kathy Dederich
September 28, 2006
Sharon,
Dan & I would like to extend our sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
Kathy Dederich & Dan Schmidt
Susie Karkomi
September 28, 2006
Sharon and Family:
Our thoughts and hearts are with you. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Susie Karkomi & Marvin Leavitt
Davide Tomei
September 27, 2006
Dear Sharon, Laura and Kip,
I'm saddended to learn of Don's passing.
My heartfeld sympathy to all of you.
Kristy Brackett
September 27, 2006
Laura and Family,
My deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Lisa Young
September 27, 2006
Kip, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. May you find Comfort in the embrace of your family and friends. May you find Peace in the loving memories shared with your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lori Brackett-Trucano
September 27, 2006
Laura and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Patrick & Kristina Hourihane
September 26, 2006
Our thought are with you in this difficult time. We hope you find peace in your loving memories. We are sorry to miss the service as we are out of town.
Stacy & Patrick Halperin
September 26, 2006
Our love is always with you. What you have is a legacy of love and kindness. That will be passed on for many generations. Don is always going to be with us.
Mr. and Mrs. Tracy H. Vanderwiel
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alvin J Robinson
September 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family. May all of you have the strength to move through this hour of sadness.
Pamela and Yale Sage
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Andrew Wolfe
September 26, 2006
My thoughts are with your family during this difficult period. I'm so sorry I will be missing the Memorial Service. I am out of town this week.
Robin Rairdin - Nystrom
September 26, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
ANNEMARIE LITTIG
September 26, 2006
DEAR LAURA AND FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Mr & Mrs Robert F Geegan
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Betsy Grindol
September 25, 2006
I will miss Lo's really cute Dad. I remember how nice he was to all of Laura's friends and am sorry he's gone.
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