Sharon Marshall was retired from Findlex/Nissin Brake
Sharon Joyce Marshall, 67, died Dec. 31, 2020, at her residence. Sharon was born Sept. 3, 1953, in Bluffton to the late William and Katherine (Steegman) Parkins. In 1978 she married Gary Marshall who preceded her in death on May 19, 2017.
Sharon graduated from Bluffton High School in 1971. She worked and retired from Findlex/Nissin Brake in Findlay. Sharon was an avid baker, loved cooking trying new recipes and sharing recipes.
Survivors include two daughters, Nicole (Jeremy) Fruchey of Bluffton, Pamela (Bob Chandler) Marshall of Anna, Ohio; six grandchildren, Morgan, Camryn, and Emerson Fruchey, Drew (Hannah Johnson) Brodman, Robby Chandler, Brynn Schmitz; a great-grandson, Wilder Brodman; five siblings, Ed (Lynn) Parkins of Bluffton, Carole (Tom) Stechschulte of Columbus Grove, Phillip Parkins of Lima, Rebecca Franck of Shreve, Ohio, Billie (Chris VanSchoyck) Parkins of Beaverdam; a sister-in-law, Barb Parkins of Bluffton and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews.
Sharon was preceded in death by two brothers, Doug Parkins and Jon R. Parkins.
Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Bluffton Athletic Boosters, 106 W. College Avenue, Bluffton, Ohio 45817.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton, is handling the arrangements.
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