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Lawrence Sharkey, Sr

July 11, 1918 - March 26, 2011
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Lawrence Sharkey, Sr., 92, died Saturday, March 26, 2011, at St. Francis Hospital, Downtown. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late George and Ada Imogene Hill Sharkey and widower of Helen Dixon "Dixie" Sharkey, who died February 10, 2011. Mr. Sharkey was a WWII veteran of the 1st Marine Division servingContinue Reading

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Sean & Grayson Valentine left a message on March 6, 2015:
Larry was hands down one of the most interesting people we have ever met and we truly enjoyed speaking with him again a few months back at Helen's funeral. How lucky we were to have such a noble and genuine man defending our country! To hear him speak o
marti gastel left a message on March 6, 2015:
Larry was a kind, warm-hearted man with many gifts. He had a great sense of humor, and could be counted upon to lift the spirits of those around him.I still think of him warmly and often.
Marchita & Jim Culpepper left a message on March 6, 2015:
We loved Larry and enjoyed his company very much. He was an interesting person and a talented musician. We will miss him greatly.
Ginger Christian left a message on March 6, 2015:
As a little girl, I will always remember Larry playing my piano when he and Helen came to visit us in Winnsboro and wishing I could play like him. And more recently, I enjoyed chatting w/ him about the Phillies and the Braves. I'll always have fond memo
Chris Odom left a message on March 6, 2015:
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad, especially so soon after your Mom. I believe they wanted to be together. I will always remember singing show tunes and Christmas carols around the piano. I am there with you in thought and prayer. Love,
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Carol Bray left a message on March 6, 2015:
Helen I was so sorry to learn of the passing of your father.Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Carol Bray
Bill & Sis Dixon left a message on March 6, 2015:
Larry was the best husband, dad, granddad, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Bill & Sis Dixon left a message on March 6, 2015:
Larry was the best husband, dad, granddad, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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