Sharon went to Flint Southwestern High School and earned her Bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University in 1964.
She was a teacher for 40 years in eight Flint school including Southwestern High School, Zimmerman Junior High, Longfellow Middle School, Northern High School and Schools of Choice.
Sharon taught English composition, literature, physical education and cheerleading, influencing thousands of Flint youth over her career. She was a skilled bridge player and organized a bridge club at Sorrento's in Flushing.
Sharon was known for her annual holiday euchre party with friends and family. She enjoyed reading, playing cribbage, and winning at Scrabble.