Obituary of Tina Lynn Sharp

Tina Lynn Essary was born on February 25, 1972 in Monroe, Michigan.    She was born from the union of Charles Essary and Sarah (Gibson) Essary.   She attended Monroe High School and later earned her GED.

Tina would marry Kevin Sharp in 1990 and from this union came the birth of a daughter:  Samantha.   For many years, Tina was a hard-working Union Laborer in the construction industry until taking a medical retirement in 2003.   In 2009, she was blessed with the birth of her son:  Gage.

Tina was very passionate about the things that she loved.   By nature, she was extremely accepting of others, with a kind and welcoming heart.   First and foremost, was family and she cherished her children, but a close second were her four beloved cats.   Tina was generous and helpful to a fault.   She always seemed to place the needs of others ahead of her own.   Tina would welcome the local critters and feed the ones that would pass by her home.  

Tina enjoyed collecting crystals and stones, often having crystal parties to sell some of her finds.   She also liked angels and foxes.   Some of Tina’s happiest times were spent with family while visiting Curtisville and Glennie in Northern Michigan.

Tina Lynn Sharp, age 45, of LaSalle passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at her home.   Her passing was preceded by her father:  Charles Essary in 1998, and all her grandparents.

To cherish her memory, Tina leaves a daughter:  Samantha Sharp and Fiance Robert Smith of Laurel, Maryland; a son:  Gage McDaniel of LaSalle; her mother:  Sarah Essary of Monroe; one sister: Gina Essary of Monroe; two brothers: Doug (Dustie) Russeau of Monroe and Donny Russeau of Curtisville, Michigan; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Friends may gather on Monday, May 15, 2017 from 2:00pm until 8:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service; 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185.   A Celebration of Her Life will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 also at Merkle’s with Reverend BJ McDaniel pastor of Frenchtown Missionary Baptist Church officiating.   Procession will follow to Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle for burial.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for funeral arrangements. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.