Sharon VanVlerah's obituary , Passed away on April 14, 2026 in Bryan, Ohio

Sharon VanVlerah

June 7, 1950 - April 14, 2026 (75 years old)

Bryan, Ohio

Sharon VanVlerah's obituary , Passed away on April 14, 2026 in Bryan, Ohio

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Schaffer Funeral Home Inc

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Sharon VanVlerah

June 7, 1950 - April 14, 2026 (75 years old)

Bryan, Ohio

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Sharon VanVlerah Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Sharon VanVlerah of Bryan, Ohio, who passed away on April 14, 2026, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her father Harold Hayden; her husband Lee VanVlerah; her brothers, Butch Hayden and Michael Hayden; and her grandson Alex P. Bevins.

She is survived by: her mother Patricia Hayden (Harvey); her children, Stephan VanVlerah (Tamara) of Payne, OH, Scott VanVlerah (Stephanie) of Defiance, Melanie Sucher of Perrysburg, OH, Michelle Brackenbury (Bill) of Bryan and Patricia Gillett (Kevin) of Texas; and her sisters, Debbie Lehman of Michigan and Laura Thiel of Michigan. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schaffer Funeral Home Inc



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529 Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512

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529 Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512

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