Sharon Lynne Oakes' Obituary
Decatur – Sharon Lynne Oakes, 81, of Decatur, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024.
Sharon was born January 12, 1943, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Lester Harold and Gertrude Louise (Davis) Bradshaw. She worked as a real estate agent and loved to play Bingo and the slot machines. She married Ronald Oakes and he preceded her in death on December 25, 2014.
Surviving are children: Cary Becker of NC, and Melanie (Jerry) Schwach of MO; 8 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter and another great-great grandchild on the way; brother Richard (Lela) Bradshaw, and sister Marcia (David) Parr of Mt. Zion; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cremation services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Crematory. Burial will take place at 11am on Monday, July 29, 2024, in Camp Butler National Cemetery.
Moran & Goebel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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