Sharon L. Johnson, 54, passed away at her residence on Sunday, March 13, 2011.
She was born in Racine on September 2, 1956 the daughter of Robert and the late Patricia (nee: Carroll) Wallenta. On September 8, 2001, she married Clay Johnson in Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Sharon owned and operated Sharon’s Cleaning Service for over 10 years. She was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church, was an active participant of the Racine Theatre Guild and a charter member of the Westosha Lakes Sweet Adelines Chorus. Sharon also enjoyed traveling with her husband, Clay.
Surviving are her husband Clay; daughter, Angie (Ryan) Menke, of Lexington, KY; step daughters, Becky (Rob) Idstein, Sandy (Dan) Dieck, all of Racine, Lacey Johnson, of Phoenix, AZ, and Kelli Johnson, of Iuka, MS; father, Robert (Helen) Wallenta, of Crossville, TN; sisters and brothers, Linda (Randy) Husman, of Oshkosh, Carol (Jerry) Cooper, of Kenosha, Thomas (Theresa) Wallenta, of Las Vegas, NV and David (Mary) Wallenta, of Racine; and brother-in-law Bobbie Sylvester, in Ohio. Her nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends further survive her. In addition to her mother, Patricia Wallenta, Sharon was preceded in death by her sister Cynthia Sylvester.
Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. in Covenant Presbyterian Church (40 Ohio St.) on Friday March 18, 2011 with Rev. Melanie Hammond Clark officiating. A visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In keeping with Sharon’s wishes, cremation will follow. The family has suggested memorials to Covenant Presbyterian Church, the Racine Theatre Guild or the Westosha Lakes Sweet Adelines Chorus.
The family would like to thank the Physicians and the staff at the Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Cancer Center as well as the staff of Wheaton Franciscan Hospice for the loving care and compassion they gave Sharon and her family.
Dan & Cindy Tolar (Charlie's mom) says
We are so sorry for your loss. We will hold you in our thoughts and prayers. I only met Sharon once but felt an immediate liking. I know she will be greatly missed.
Gary and Ruth Stamm says
We will miss Sharon's bright and smiling countenance. Our thoughts are with Clay, Angie and their families.
Katie Janette says
Clay, You have my sympathy. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Katie from the Y.
Amanda Watt says
Thinking of the family during this time. Even though I never met her, Sharon touched my life through her daughter. She will be missed, but is in a better place now.
Shirley Saryan says
Dear Sharon,
I will always remember your energy,smile,kindness, and helpful tips when I got ready, next to you, before each performance of “Anything Goes.” A treasure like you will be sorely missed by your family and friends. I extend to them my deepest sympathy.
Shirley
Patty and Robin Jacobsen says
Angie, Sandy and Becky:
So many years of memories to cherish; what seems like only yesterday feels so very long ago. With our deepest sympathy to the girls who’s mom was our true dear friend.
R. Bleau Cooper says
Sharon brought her smile and laughter with her every where she went. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know her.
John & Sharon Jensen says
Clay & Family,
We are so sorry to here of Sharon’s passing. She was a wonderful person & will be missed.
John & Sharon Jensen, (John, formally of Cycltron)