Sharon R. John

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Sharon R. John, 81, Grand Forks, ND, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021 in Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.

Sharon Rae John was born January 15, 1940 in Grand Forks, the daughter of Lewis “LT” and Palma (Pederson) John. She was raised in Grand Forks and graduated from Central High School. In 1958, she moved with her family to Berryville, AR. Sharon lived with her family on their farm and worked in her father’s hardware store. She returned to Grand Forks in the mid 1980’s and worked for area hotels.

Sharon had a great love for taking care of children as well as animals. She was an active member of her church in Berryville and enjoyed singing in the choir.  When she returned to Grand Forks, she became a member of Augustana Lutheran Church. In addition, Sharon frequented the Grand Forks Senior Center and enjoyed taking short excursions with Prairie Harvest of Grand Forks.

Survivors include her sister, Laurel Noles, Versailles, MO and several cousins. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and by a brother-in-law, Bill Noles.

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks. Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the funeral home. Burial will be in Elk Valley Cemetery near McCanna, ND.