Sharon Lynne Carman

Sharon L. Carman, age 59, of North Star, died Thursday, July 5, 2012, at her home in North Star, with her family at her side.

Sharon was born October 1, 1952, in St. Johns, the daughter of Herbert and Marie (Burlingame) Goodhall.  She graduated from Ithaca High School in 1970.  On June 27, 1970, she married Rodger J. Carman.  

Sharon was a care giver.  In everything she did in life, she used her talents to help others when they were in need.  As an avid sewer and crocheter, she not only made clothing and doilies, but also made stoma coverings and other medical supplies, which she sold on the internet for enough to cover her costs, to people all over the states.  She also volunteered her time to arrange funeral luncheons at the North Star Township Hall, Easter egg hunts, as an EMT with Ashley Rescue, and as a bus aid for special needs children.  

Her biggest joy was gathering at the lake with all of her family, filling the cabin with life.  She enjoyed fishing and being on the pontoon.  Sharon could never do enough for or with her grandchildren, and was an avid fan at all of their activities.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Rodger; her mother, Marie Goodhall; her dog, Archie; her children, Shalon Nieman (David Rozich) of St. Charles, MaLynda (Jeremie) Smith of Vestaburg, Jim (Nikee) Carman of Ithaca, and Shane Carman (Laura Carll) of North Star; 17 grandchildren; one great grandchild; her brother, Rod (Becky) Goodhall of Kyle, TX; and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father; and her sister, Linda Dawn Goodhall.

There will be a gathering at Reed’s Park starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, with a memorial at 7.  Everyone is invited.  Dress informally and bring your memories of Sharon.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Pardee Cancer Foundation.  The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.

Comments

[Michele Cook Rettig]

So sorry to hear of Sharon's death...She was a wonderful gal with lots of talents and will be missed tremendously by all who knew her. Shelly (Cook) Rettig, Findlay OH

[Jodee McCave]

Sharon will be missed greatly. She was a wonderful & caring person. Sharon was an awesome mother-in-law to my sister Nikee. She treated my son like one of her own grandchildren. The North Star Easter egg hunt will not be the same without her.

[Brenda Netzley(Hoffer)]

My condolences to Sharon's family, it saddens me to hear of her passing, we grew up together in North Star, and graduated together. I will always remember the good times we had growing up.

[Nancee Glover Davis]

May GOD be with you and embrace you during this most difficult time.
I, too, grew up with Sharon in North Star and have so many fond childhood memories..
Our sincere sympathy to everyone.
Jim and Nancee (Glover) Davis - Raleigh, NC

[LeAnne, Jeffrey, Megan, and Ryan Reist]

Very sorry to hear of the families loss of a great lady. She was well loved by our family and especially Megan, one of her special needs kids. We will miss her very much.

[Randy & Star Goward]

Roger, Jim, Shalon,Melinda Shane & Marie & Rod
We JUST FOUND OUT of Sharon's Passing, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sharon will be greatly missed,but always in our hearts.

[Darlene Culver]

So sorry to hear that Sharon has lost her battle. She was a fighter and will be missed by many. She dearly loved all HER special needs children that she was an attendant to for many years. God Bless her family. Hang in there and keep the memories alive.