Linda Sharon Ellis Coleman, 74, of Monroe, NC, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
She was born in Martinsville, VA, on December 17, 1950, to the late James Rufus Ellis and Edna Lawrence Ellis. Sharon grew up in Stuart, VA and graduated from Hardin Reynolds High School as the salutatorian. She earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from Radford University before starting her career as an elementary school educator in Grayson County, VA. After taking time off to raise her son, Sharon returned to work and was a counselor with the Union County Public Schools for 28 years. She served in high-needs schools and cherished her time with the many children whose lives she touched. In her spare time and in retirement, Sharon enjoyed reading, going to dance class, knitting, playing games, and spending time with family and friends. She loved her many pets over the years and enjoyed keeping up with her grandsons from across the country. Sharon was also a multi-decade member of Wingate Baptist Church.
Over the last several weeks, Sharon received the support and love of many friends and family, particularly her best friend, Brenda Baxley; her niece, Amy Fix; and Amy’s husband, Jason. Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, John Sanford Coleman of Monroe; son, Matthew Coleman (Monica) of Tiburon, CA; and two grandsons, Alexander and William Coleman of Tiburon, CA. A service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Sharon’s memory to the Humane Society of Union County, 4015 Waxhaw Hwy, Monroe, NC 28112. Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory, 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112 is honored to be entrusted to care for the Coleman Family.
