Helen Sharp, 90, of Fredericton NB, passed away on Sept. 23,
2019 at Hospice House. She was born April 10, 1929 and was the
youngest daughter of Bertha and John (Jack) Meade of Swan Creek
NB.
Helen was married to D. Bertram Sharp of Southampton, NB;
they resided in Fredericton all of their lives. She is survived by her
only daughter Patricia Ann Dingwall (Alex) of Fredericton, NB, her
grandson Jordan Dingwall of Calgary, AB., sisters, Doris Howe, Eva
Howe, Etta Robertson as well as brother-in-law Robert Sharp and
sisters-in-law Marjorie Sharp, Eldena Sharp, Midge Meade and many
nieces and nephews. She reconnected with a special friend Tom
Estabrooks (Dartmouth, NS) after 70 years. They spent two wonderful
summers exploring back roads, reminiscing about their early years and
watching the sun set.
She was predeceased by her parents Bertha and John Meade, her
husband D. Bertram Sharp, her siblings Wilfred, Harvey, Charles,
Kenneth, George and Florence as well as sister-in-law Elizabeth
(Betty) Cummings and brother-in-law Dale Sharp.
Helen was a bookkeeper and manager for a variety of
businesses in Fredericton. In retirement, she and Bert spent their
winters in Florida; first in Fort Myers then settling in Gulf View
Estates, Pompano. She was an avid bridge player and generally loved to
play cards of any sort. Her talent as a quilter was legendary; her
creations are still enjoyed by many fortunate recipients. Helen was
full of life and fun. Her energy and love for people made her a
popular participant in whatever was happening. She was also a
confidante to many of her nieces and nephews as she had the ability to
listen without judgement and gently guide their
decisions.
A private burial will take place in Fredericton. A gathering
to celebrate the life of Helen Sharp will be held in the spring of
2020. Memorial donations in Helen’s name May be made to
Hospice Fredericton, the Liver Foundation of Canada or a charity of
the donor’s choice.
Bishop’s Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, have
been entrusted with Helen’s arrangements.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Helen Annie Sharp..
Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick