Judy A. Sharkey's Obituary
Judy A., nee Metter, Sharkey, 60 years, of Modoc, IL, formerly of Columbia, IL, passed away on May 16, 2021 at St. Clare Health Care Center, Fenton, MO. She was born June 9, 1960, in Belleville, IL, daughter of the late Clemence J., and Jean Marie, nee Toenjes, Metter. She was married to Mark Sharkey, who survives her. They were married June 13, 2000 in Belleville, IL.
Judy was a 1978 graduate of Columbia High School. She was a retired rural letter carrier in Monroe County with the U.S. Postal Service. She was a beloved wife, mother, "Ma Ma", sister, aunt, and friend to all. She was the ultimate crafter, whose works were always creative and artistic. Judy made the world's best homemade pizza and fed all who came to her table, her door was always open, and she was always there when needed. Judy loved unconditionally with all her heart.
Also, surviving are her son, Kelly (Elizabeth) Schaffer; daughters, Kristen Schaffer, Kendra (Derek) Gregory, and Samantha Floarke; grandchildren, Grace, Addisyn, Kamren, Easton, Kason, Lexie, Kade, and Will; brothers, John (Stephanie) Metter, Jim (Nancy) Metter, Joe (Teri) Metter, and Carl (Kathy) Metter, sisters, Susan (John) Kowlok, and Ann (Randy) Rudloff, along with other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Austin J. Floarke.
A Celebration of Judy's life will be held for family and friends on Sunday May 23, 2021 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Columbia Bolm-Schuhkraft City Park - Playground Pavilion. Private family graveside services will take place at a later date.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to: CHADS - Coalition for Mental Health, P.O. Box 510528, St. Louis, MO, 63151 or American Cancer Society, #5 Schiber Ct., Maryville, IL, 62062
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