Richard Sharpe Obituary

Richard A. Sharpe

Richard A. Sharpe, 88, of Tiffin, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital in Findlay.

Richard was born November 2, 1936, in Tiffin, to the late Donald and Doris (Gerstenberger) Sharpe. He married Carolyn J. (Valentine) in Tiffin, September 24, 1954, and she preceded him in death January 7, 2016.

Survivors include his son, Steven (Debbie) Sharpe of Bellevue; a daughter, LouAnn (Larry) Reinhart of Fostoria; a son-in-law, Gene Kuhn of Tiffin; a sister, Sandra (Ray) Nutter of Tiffin; seven grandchildren, Randy, Nicki, Aaron, Shilee, Cyleen, Steve and Tyler; and seven great-grandchildren.

Richard worked at Seneca Auto Parts, was owner and operator of Dick's SOHIO, and co-owner of NAPA Auto Parts. After retiring, he also worked for ICP delivering meds. He was a graduate of Tiffin Columbian High School and a volunteer fireman for Clinton Township Fire Department, where he was assistant chief. Richard enjoyed collecting 1/64-scale John Deere Tractors and Case knives. He also enjoyed going to his camp in Pennsylvania, called Turnup Run, to hunt, fish, and play cards.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Carolyn; a daughter, Barbara Kuhn; a grandson, Matthew Kuhn; and a brother, James Sharpe.

Funeral services for Richard will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, November 3, 2025, at Lindsey-Shook Funeral Home in Bloomville. Visitation for family and friends will be from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the funeral home. Burial will follow services Monday at Farewell Retreat Cemetery in Republic.

Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Tiffin Shrine Club.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.shookfamilyfh.com.