Rowena Olive Sharpe
March 23, 1934 to April 24, 2026
Obituary
Rowena Olive Sharpe (Martin)
March 23, 1934 – April 24, 2026
It’s with broken hearts that we the family of the late Rowena Sharpe announce the passing of our dear Mother, Grandmother, Great Grand Mother, Aunt & Friend.
Predeceased by her husband David Sharpe (1996), parents William & Blanche Martin, sisters Joyce Snow & Verna Bennett, brothers Bill & Ambrose Martin & grandson Matthew Sharpe.
As the last surviving member of the Martin/Sharpe family, she leaves to mourn her loving and devoted children, Barry (Jill), Sherry (Rick), Trudy, Ivy (Peter), Jason (Shawna) Grandchildren Jennifer (Jamie), Robbie, Gillian (Carl),Lisa (Gerald), Amy (Chad),Erin, Jenessa (Markus),Emma (Beth),Kaleb, Keegan, Haley, Great Grand Children Morgan, Olivia, David, Khayden, Brady, Chace, Lavendar, Riley, Camron, Matthew, Harley, Zayden (Joey) Special Nieces Glenda Smart & Penny George.
She also leaves to mourn a large circle of family & friends including nieces, nephews, her 50 plus club Portugal Cove-St. Philips and her Kenmount Bingo family.
Special thank you to her daughter in law Shawna, for her continued care and support towards our loving mother and our extended family. To Dr. Andrew Hutton, Dr. Thavanathan & his medical team, all the staff from ICU & 6 East Special Care Unit at St. Clare’s. Your professionalism and kindness towards our Mother will never be forgotten.
(If you knew her you know she would love for you all to be wearing your brightest colors)
*She’ll be coming around the mountain*
Flowers greatly appreciated , donations can be made to the church or charity of ones choice.
Resting at Carnell’s Freshwater Rd, Visitation will be on Monday April 27, from 1-9pm. A service will be held at St. Philips Anglican Church on Tuesday April 28 at 12:00 pm with a burial to follow at the St. Philips Anglican Cemetery.
Schedule
Visitations
1-9 on April 27, 2026
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
12:00pm, Tuesday April 28th
The Anglican Parish of St. Philip
20 Coady's Road, Portugal Cove – St. Philip's, NL.
our deepest condolences to the family, god bless.
our deepest condolences to the family, god bless.
Deepest sympathy to all of Rowena’s family. I last saw her at Aunt Nina’s wake. It was so good to see her. Hers was a life well lived, for sure
Daphne(Squires) Billings
GF-W
So sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Rowena, she was a beautiful lady and will be missed by everyone.. Rest in Peace sweet lady.
Condolences to her family.
So sorry to hear of mrs sharpe’s passing , God Bless you all , may your memories comfort you as time helps heal your heart!
Sincere condolences to all the family ! We enjoyed a game of cards with her, she was fun to be around .She truly was a genuine sweet person !!💕
My deepest condolences to Rowena’s family on your mother’s passing. Great memories from the old house to the new one, beautiful, kind and funny. Always made me feel so welcomed. When memories cross your minds may they always make you smile. Rest in peace. ❤️
Sending my condolences to you all on the passing of your mom. May she rest in peace.
My sincere condolences to all Rowena’s family and friends at this very difficult time., you are in my thoughts and prayers. All Gods Blessings. RIP Rowena ❤️🙏
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Our sincere condolences to all Rowena’s family.
Ivy & Trudy & family, I am very sad to hear of the loss your mother. May you find comfort in your memories. Nancy & Tony Cabianca (Bill & Violet King’s daughter.)
Sincere condolences to all Rowena’s family, may she rest in peace.
Fred Penney
Sending my sincere condolences on the passing of your Dear sweet Mom. You were so Blessed to gave her with you for 92 Years. Treasure all the wonderful memories you made together. She will remain in your Hearts Forever.
RIP Rowena
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Rowena’s family! May She Rest In Peace!!
Trudy so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom
Dear members of Rowena’s family, who are all members of my family, the Martin’s., deepest, deepest sympathy on her death. Rowena was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. She called everyone “darling ” and whenever I heard her speak, I could hear dear Aunt Blanch. Many of you will know the name George Tilley. He celebrated his 85 th birthday this week. He grew up as a foster child in St. Philip’s. He has often recounted to me .any horror stories, until he went to board with Rowena. He said ” I loved Rowena. She treated me just like she treated her own children.” God bless you Rowena . Your heart was filled with love for all. I’m sure you will rest in peace and rise in God’s glory. Love, Cousin Shirley and Charlie.
Trudy, sending deepest condolences to you and your families on the loss of your mother. I had the pleasure of serving her at Kenmount Bingo when I worked there . Then of course whenever she for bloodwork . Thinking of you all
Trudy, sending deepest condolences to you and your families on the loss of your mother. I had the pleasure of serving her at Kenmount Bingo when I worked there . Then of course whenever she for bloodwork . Sending prayers to you all during this difficult time.
To all the family,
As we have all reflected on the “end of an era” these past days. We have shared memories, photos, laughter and tears. Remember what it is to be part of such a wonderful family.
Aunt Row, was raised with the philosophy that there’s always room at the table for one more and that has been instilled in each of us.
We know she’s wearing her brightest colors and putting a smile on faces not to mention the “whammy “on cards. Even though our hearts are broken. Instead of tears she would what us to Live, each day to the fullest, Love, beyond words and most of all Laugh, everyday..
In our thoughts and prayers.
Love all of you to Infinity and beyond!
Brenda & Fred
Jason , Shawna & the Sharpe Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beautiful Mother. Jason, I know you adored her and felt her love so deeply! May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time! God Bless!
To all the family…sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Mom. I have many fond memories of your Mom from our days together at NSD. Mrs. Sharpe was a force to be reckoned with, always enjoyed a good laugh and was not afraid of hard work.. May a lifetime of memories bring you all comfort during this sad and difficult time. May she rest in peace as the angels carry her home. Sincerely, Glendora Boland
Sincere condolences to all the family at this very sad time🙏♥️
To all of Rowena’s family.
So saddened to hear about Rowena’s passing. She was such a sweet and down to earth person. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. RIP my friend.
Sherry and family.
So sorry to her of your mom’s passing. Our condolences to all the Sharpe family.
Sherry and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the Passing of your Mom /Grandmother.
She was a great Lady and was always laughing and smiling when I saw her.
She always made me laugh too.
I am sure she is either playing Bingo or cards in Heaven !!!
Remember all the good times you had with her and she will always be with you and will always look out for you from above
May she rest in Peace
Mary and Peter
Brantford, Ontario
Ivy, Peter and family. So very sorry to hear this sad news. I know how much you loved her and how much fun she was. Sincerest condolences.
Deepest condolences to all the family and friends of Rowena.
To all the Sharpe family. I am so sorry to hear this sad news today. Rowena was an icon and a person who wasn’t easily forgotten, Anyone who knew her loved her. .May you Rest in Peace my dear old Aunt. Sincere condolences to all my family and cousins.
Barry, Jill, Keegan and family, we were so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
My great grandmother, a legacy to be told about. She will not be forgotten in the slightest. She left an imprint on my heart.
To all the Sharpe family may all the fun times she shared with each and everyone of you never be forgotten. She was one of the sweetest ladies I had the privilege to know. RIP Rowena and condolences to all who loved you. There sure was a lot of them!!!🙏🙏
Sherry and the Sharpe family,
My deepest sympathy to you all on the reading of the sad news in the passing of Mrs. Sharpe.
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this sad time. Now she is at peace and gather with all those who went before her.
Keep her memories alive and she will always be near you. May she now rest in Peace and rise in Glory. God bless you all.