Millicent Lee Sharp-Stuhlmann, 70, of Decatur passed away peacefully Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 1:30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Hospital.
A service to celebrate Millie’s life will be at 12:00 Noon, Monday, October 17, 2011 at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion with Pastor Mitch Flesch officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. till service time Monday morning at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Research or the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com.
Millicent was born November 16, 1940 in Mill Shoals, IL the daughter of Bert and Gusta (Hiley) Carter. She married Kenneth R Sharp and to that union was born Debra Lynn and Brian Kent. She later married Fred V. Stuhlmann. He preceded her in death.
Millicent had worked for Mississippi Valley Structural Steel Company and later the Illinois Department of Public Aid. She belonged to the Order of Eastern Star and had formerly been involved with Mt. Zion Junior Achievement.
Millie enjoyed travel, picnics by the water, reading her bible, Elvis, reminiscing at holidays, and dearly loved her family. In her younger years she loved her cheerleading and being in the homecomings courts.
Millie was a member of Calvary Southern Baptist Church for over forty- eight years. She was baptized on October 1, 1967 and reaffirmed her faith on November 1, 1992.
Millie is survived by her daughter: Debra Lynn (Sharp) Davis of Decatur; son: Brian Kent Sharp and his wife Adrianna of Mt. Zion; grandchildren: Jennifer Davis of Forsyth, Justin Davis of Shelbyville, Hailey Sharp of LaPlace, and Dalton Sharp of Mt. Zion; great-grandchildren: Jayden, Bailie, Connor, Gavyn, Ariana, and Madison; brothers: Kenneth, Arthur, Danny, Gerald, and Richard; sisters: Rose, Dorothy, Patty, and Rebecca.
Millicent was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister: Jeanella; brothers: Robert, Bertis, and Curtis.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Ben Esparaz, Dr. John Newlin, Dr. Scott Sherwood and the 4th floor staff of both St. Mary’s and DMH for their care and kindness to Millie and her family.
From one rock to the other “You are now in the Loving Arms of Jesus – rest peaceful – I Love You Mom” –D.
Últimas Condolências
| Julia Gonzalez |
My Condolences for the Family |
October 31, 2011 |
For Jesus taught that someday “all those in the memorial tombs” will be resurrected. John 5:28
Isaiah 25:8: He will actually swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces. And the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for Jehovah himself has spoken [it].
Revelation 21: 3, 4: " With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. 4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
For more reference about this wonderful hope you can visit www.watchtower.org
| Mara Estero |
My Condolences for the Family |
October 31, 2011 |
WHEN A LOVED ONE DIES
Have you lost a loved one in death? The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God’s Word for comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) The Bible helps us to understand how Jehovah and Jesus feel about death. Jesus, who perfectly reflected his Father, knew the pain of losing someone in death. (John 14:9) When he was in Jerusalem, Jesus used to visit Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha, who lived in the nearby town of Bethany. They became close friends. The Bible says: “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” (John 11:5) Though, Lazarus died. How did Jesus feel about losing his friend? The account tells us that Jesus joined Lazarus’ relatives and friends as they grieved over this loss. Seeing them, Jesus was deeply moved. He “groaned in the spirit and became troubled.” Then, the account says, “Jesus gave way to tears.” (John 11:33, 35) Did Jesus’ grief mean that he had no hope? Not at all. In fact, Jesus knew that something wonderful was about to happen. (John 11:3, 4) Still, he felt the pain and sorrow that death brings. In a way, Jesus’ grief is encouraging to us. It teaches us that Jesus and his Father, Jehovah, hate death. But Jehovah God is able to fight and overcome that enemy! Let us see what God enabled Jesus to do.
For more reference about this wonderful hope you can visit www.watchtower.org
| Pam Blazer |
Friend |
October 19, 2011 |
To Debbie, Kent & families,
I am so sorry to hear of Millie's death. She was a beautiful person from the inside out and a lady in every sense of the word. I have many fond memories of your family. I regret I wasn't able to attend the funeral due to my work schedule but I would love to visit with you all some time. May God take your hand and walk with you during this very sad time.
Love,
Pam (Hicks) Blazer
