Mrs. Sharp passed away January 5, 2017 at her home. A native of Water Valley, MS, Mrs. Sharp graduated from Water Valley public schools, Belhaven College in Jackson, and did post-graduate work at Louisiana State University. Prior to coming to Corinth, she taught school at Yazoo City, Pearl River Junior College, and Ramer, TN. While teaching in Ramer, she established their first commercial department in l948. She moved to Corinth in l950 where she taught English and typewriting at Corinth High School for 35 years. During these years, she was selected Star Teacher numerous times by her students.
As an active member of the First Presbyterian Church, she taught Sunday school for 25 years, worked with the youth program, was a member of the Jo Anderson Bell Choir and the First Presbyterian Ladies Association.
In 2009, Mrs. Sharp was selected as the Junior Auxiliary's Citizen of the Year, and in 2011 was honored by the Corinth High School Alumni Association as their Distinguished Faculty Member of the Year.
Mrs. Sharp was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. & Mrs. R. L. Stogner, her husband of 55 years, Mr. Richard E. Sharp, and a sister, Mrs. Ann Carpenter.
Survivors include a son, R. Gary Sharp and wife, Jean, of Hendersonville, TN; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Bonnie McCarley, Memphis, TN and a brother-in-law, Mr. Charles Carpenter of Warner Robins, GA; and three nieces--Dr. Sandra Carpenter of Gadsden, AL; Mrs. Theresa Moneypenny of Warner Robins, GA; and Ms. Rebecca McPheters of New York City.
Mrs. Sharp had the following message for all of her former students. "Every student I ever taught was a blessing to me." She particularly wanted to express her appreciation to Dr. Leonard Pratt and his family for all their care and concern through the years. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 919 East Shiloh Road, Corinth, MS 38834; French Academy, 1 Fine Place, French Camp, MS 39745; American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123; American Heart Association, P. O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements under the direction of McPeters Funeral Directors, Corinth, MS.
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January 9, 2017
Leann Willis
Gary, I am so sorry about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Leann (Gray) Willis
January 8, 2017
Billy McLain
sincere condolences
January 8, 2017
Beverly Tilghman
Ruth has been a wonderful part of the Little family for over 60 years. My parents dear friend and a loving second Mom to us kids. She was my teacher and neighbor and always there for all of us. She directed my wedding and my daughters. She will be missed so much.
Loving prayers and thoughts go out to Gary, Jean and the whole family..
With love,
Beverly Little Tilghman
January 8, 2017
Jennifer Ditcharo
Mrs. Ruth Sharp was a wonderful woman - classy, smart, witty, and faithful - she will be missed greatly by our family.
January 7, 2017
American Heart Association
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.
January 7, 2017
Becky Little Brendel
Gary, Jean, and family,
Mrs. Sharp is a very special, wonderful person to me and my family. She has always been there for us through good times and sad times. My mom's best friend to the very end of her life. I feel as if I have lost my best friend and second mother.
I will miss her greatly. It won't be the same when I visit Corinth without Mrs. Sharp being at her house on Borroum Circle.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Becky Little Brendel
January 7, 2017
Gary and family, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I enjoyed her as a teacher in English and typing I and II. She was an excellent teacher, and I admired her very much. I will remember you and your family during this your time of grief. Jean Perry Nabers Class of '67.
January 7, 2017
Lin Rhodes Gilmer
Mrs. Sharp was one of the best teachers I ever had. Prayers for her family.
January 7, 2017
Sandra Barnett
Gary and Family, there's nothing I can say that hasn't been said about your Mom. She was a very special Lady and I had to get older to recognize it. I loved seeing her in Walmart and our little talks. There'll never be another that meant so much to so many! Sandra Gurley Barnett
January 7, 2017
Please accept my condolences, may the family find comfort @ Issiah 25:8,AJ
January 6, 2017
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