Submitted by: John C. Monk

 

Sharon L. Wilder

 Oct. 5, 1940 - Feb. 19, 2010
MISHAWAKA - On Friday February 19, 2010, Sharon went with her angels. She passed at home surrounded by her loving family, covered in our kisses and damp with our tears. She fought long and hard to stay with us, always with courage, dignity, and her unforgettable sense of humor. Sharon was born in Kendallville, In. to Walter Ray (Mike) and Opal M. (Pat) Nesbitt who preceded her in death. Sharon worked hard all of her life building tractors at Wheel Horse in South Bend, until they closed. She recently retired from AM General where she was a welder at the Hummer plant. God gave Sharon strong shoulders to carry the heavy burdens that life often placed on her and her family. She lived her life simply and with virtue. She said what she meant and meant what she said. If you knew Sharon, you loved her. She often gave beyond her means, so that others would not be without. Sharon leaves behind a wonderful family to which she was dedicated and very proud of. She is survived by her sister Nancy Maul, two sons John Michael Fisher (Danni Jo) and Kirk Miller; three grandchildren John Daniel Fisher (Angela), Joseph Fisher (Christina), and Jessica Apple (Eddie); four great grand children; Giovanna Fisher, John Luca Fisher, Madilyn Apple and Maria Yoder. She will also be anxiously awaiting the births of two more great grand children. Missing Sharon are her loving sister Nancy Maul who cared for her day and night, her niece Carrie Smalley, her nephew Dave Smalley, her special Karen Alcaraz, her faithful companion for many years, Buddy, and her two kitties Jazzy and Lily. Special thanks to Jennifer Kawell, Sharon Payette, Pastors Warren and Dennis for their wonderful, blessed presence. To the Michiana Hematology Oncology group, we will forever be grateful: Lana, Kelly, Mary, Dr. Taber and SHARON KLINGERMAN, thank you for your attention, concern, and love. You made Sharon feel special. People may not remember your words, but they'll never forget how you made them feel. Visitation will take place from 4 until 6pm on Saturday, March 6th at Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 North Main Street, Mishawaka, with a service to be held at 6 pm. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital fund.

Published in South Bend Tribune on March 4, 2010