Gerald Clinton Sharpe

1927 - 2014

Gerald Clinton Sharpe obituary, 1927-2014, Whitby, ON

BORN

1927

DIED

2014

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Oshawa Funeral Home

847 King Street West

Oshawa, Ontario

Gerald Sharpe Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 25, 2014.

SHARPE, Gerald Clinton (General Carpenter)
"Serving Oshawa and District Since '53"
At Fairview Lodge on Monday, March 24th, 2014 at 87 years of age. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Munro) for 65 years. Loving father of Linda Fickling (Neil), Eleanor Steele (Gordon), Gwen Merchant (Bill) and Alex Sharpe (Kim). Cherished grandfather of Tanya Fickling, Misty McIntosh (Randy), April Fickling, Chad Steele (Erin) and Troy Steele (Melissa), Taylor and Ryan Merchant and Clinton and Layne Sharpe and great grandfather of Sarah and Kyla McIntosh. He is predeceased by brothers Earle, Keith, Raymond, Bernard, Elwood, Lloyd and his sisters Beulah Fraser and Hilda Moore. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, (905-721-1234) on Friday, March 28th, 2014 from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 29th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Groveside Cemetery. Memorial donations to Fairview Lodge or charity of your choice would be appreciated.

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April 14, 2014

Garnet Watson

Eleanor, I never met your father but I knew of him. We were classmates at Coronation public school in grade 7. I know what it's like to lose a father no matter the age.

March 31, 2014

Dear Alex, Kim, Mrs. Sharpe and Family.... Gerry was a dear man and such a favourite of mine. I so enjoyed his humour and the stories he would tell us while working with Alex at our office. Another of the good ones gone! May God grant him peace. With fond regards. Claudie Sawyer

March 29, 2014

Connie Brown

Alex and Family
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.


Brian Whitehead also sends his condolences to you and your family.

March 29, 2014

Bruce and Debbie Knight

Ruth, Linda, Neil and the entire Sharpe family

So many thoughts at this time. Sadness that your dear husband, father, grandfather is gone. Joy that he lived a full life surrounded by his lifelong partner and loving children. Comfort in the memories and love, which never dies ,that each of you carry forever within your heart. Although we did not know Gerald we wanted you to know that people beyond your immediate circle of friends and family are thinking of you at this very sad time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

March 28, 2014

Chris Madden

Alex and family
So sorry to hear about Gerald. He always
made us girls smile at Millwork. He will be greatly missed.

March 28, 2014

Kathy Chenier

Ruth, Alex, Kim and family

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Many an hours were spent with Gerry working around the houses and espeically at the farm renovation work completed by Gerry and Alex.

March 28, 2014

Inez, Greg and Mandy ALLARD

All our condolences at this special heart felt period.

March 28, 2014

Kaycan Scarborough .

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.

March 28, 2014

Dear Linda, Neil and family; so very sorry to hear of your Dad's/Grandpa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Shirley and Mal

March 28, 2014

Thinking of you all at this time, and wish to convey our condolences to your family in the loss of your dear one .Our deepest Sympathy .
Ken & Bev Currie Almonte Ontario

March 27, 2014

Our prayers are with you all.
Tracy Shaw and Susie Ruber.

March 27, 2014

We hold dear the laughter, and cherish the memories of our time together...

Fondest Love,
Maurice & Ethel Munro (and Family)

March 27, 2014

Alec and Family;
John and I wish to convey our condolences to your family in the loss of a "special' man. He will be missed by family and friends.
Sincerely
John and Debby Davis

March 27, 2014

Alec and Family;
John and I wish to convey our condolences to your family in the loss of a "special' man. He will be missed by family and friends.
Sincerely
John and Debby Davis

March 27, 2014

Thinking of you all, and fondly remembering your Dad. We hope to see you at visitation tomorrow afternoon. Love and sympathy, from
Aubrey and Mary (Collins) Anderson

March 27, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sharpe family. Gerry was a great friend.
Lois and Bob (Brown Bob) Adams
Restoule, ON

March 26, 2014

Brian/ Jamie

Alec and Family

Our thoughts are with you at this trying time.
So sorry for your loss but be at peace knowing your dad is no longer suffering
Our thoughts are with you at this time
be strong.
Jamie and Brian

March 26, 2014

Nadine Olafsen (Chenier)

My thought go out to Alec and his family during this sad time. I loving remember seeing Gerry and Alec working at my parents home they always had a smile and joke to share. RIP Gerry you will be missed.

March 26, 2014

Diane (Buechler) Deboo

I always knew Gerald as Linda's Dad or Mr. Sharpe back in the day. He is a fixture of my past and memories of 'back home'. A stand-out in our neighbourhood. It's so sad when things move on... Praying for you all.

Diane (Buechler) Deboo and Freda Buechler

March 26, 2014

Leandro Damiano

Our prayers are with you Alec and family during one of the biggest losses in life. We are thankful to Gerald for teaching us in short time great things about life, nature and God, such as saying grace for every meal and "Home is where you hang your heart". Great role model!
Leandro & Valerie Damiano and family.

March 26, 2014

Allison Chenier

I have many memories of Gerry working around my family houses. Always willing to chat with those pestering little girls while he worked away. My thoughts are with the entire family.

March 26, 2014

Cathie Fickling

It is difficult to loss a parent but we will always remember him as he was in his earlier years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Keith & Cathie Fickling

March 26, 2014

Gerald was a favorite customer of mine at White's hardware and was a great neighbor.Our condolences to you Alex and Kim and rest of your family.

Helen and John Lovisek

March 25, 2014

Harry & Melanie van Boxtel

A wonderful man and always hard to lose a parent no matter what.... Sorry we are not there to wrap our arms around you with heartfelt hugs.... You know we are with you in spirit... Take care and look after each other.

March 25, 2014

Mel Ruttan

My thoughts will be with you these days in your loss. I have some good memories and grateful for help and teaching on a few things from 38 years ago...

March 25, 2014

Ron & Laurie Wagg & family

Sending our heartfelt condolences to you all. Wish that we were able to be there but know that you are in our thoughts.

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