Sharon Alice Oldaker, 62, of Alum Creek, WV, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 after a long illness. She was born on July 19, 1957 in Charleston, WV to the late Garnith and Margaret Hughes.
She was a 1975 graduate of Duval High School. She was a former employee of the State of West Virginia for over 20 years.
Sherrie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She was so very proud of her son, Robbie and her daughter Emily. “Mamaw Sherrie” cherished her grandchildren and loved them with all her heart. Her happiest years were spent with them.
She was preceded in death by special nephew Eric Hughes.
Sherrie is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Jim; son, Robert; daughter, Emily (Josh) Brumfield; beloved grandchildren, J. D., Sophia, and Mason Brumfield; sisters, Susan Hughes, Teresa Hudson, Tammy Woodall, and Rosalyn Anderson; brothers, Rick and Scott Hughes; several nieces and nephews whom she adored, along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins; special cousin Doug Legg, and lifelong friends Bonnie Clark and Donna Holley.
Service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at Curry Funeral Home in Alum Creek with Pastor Dan McCormick officiating. Burial will follow at Orchard Hills Memory Gardens, Yawkey. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Sherrie helped us all be the best version of ourselves. She was an Angel on Earth. She is the good in all of us. Our hearts are broken, but we are blessed beyond measure to have her in our hearts.
On behalf of the Duval High School Alumni Association, I want to offer my condolences to Mrs. Oldaker’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I didn’t know her personally, but I know her husband Jim.
April Hudson Hildebrand,
Duval HS Alumni Assoc. Chairperson
Jim, family and friends
It is with deep regret that we learned of Sharon’s passing and the loss to you and your family.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers as you face this most difficult time.
May your god comfort, bless and hold each one you in the palm of his hand.
So sorry for your loss
The officers and members of Cora Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest sympathies on your loss. May God guide and keep you in this dark time.
On behalf of Racine VFD we are sad to hear the news. Our deepest sympathy go out to the family and friends of Mrs. Oldaker in the time of need. If anything is needed we will be here.
Emily and Robbie, I pray for peace and comfort for you in this difficult time. Love you guys.
Chief and Family,
On behalf of Ripley VFD we were saddened to hear of Ms. Sharons passing. Our deepest sympathies and prayers in this most difficult time.