Gary Sharp Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gary Sharp of DeKalb, Illinois, whose life came to an end on March 30, 2026 at the age of 70, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary Sharp to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Sharp and Betty Sharp (Sebby); his wife Wendy; and his granddaughter Mary Rose Stockon. He is survived by: his children, Jennifer Sharp (Patrick Sipp), Michael Sharp (Amy), Melissa Kirchmann, Brian Sharp (Liliana), Tiffany Strong (Shannon) and Colten Stockon (Kiley); his grandchildren, Makenzie, Isabelle, Samantha Sipp, Kelsey Lynch (Cody), Kai Sharp, Cori Wadle (Tyler), Ian Sharp, Eli, June, Nora Kirchmann, Litia, Diana, Ethan Sharp, Kateline Martinez-Strong (Abraham), Gadje Strong, Hope Strong, Lily, Isaac Sportun (Donna) and Lavinia Stockon; his great grandchildren, Remington, Weston Lynch, Ellie, Mikah Wadle, Eleanor, Delaney Sharp and Elianna Martinez-Strong; his brothers, Kenneth Sharp (Susan) and James Sharp; his nephew Andrew Sharp (Billie); his niece Emily Sharp (Jessica); and his pet Outback.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations in Gary's name be made to the American Cancer Society.