Sharon Jean Hamblin

Sharon Hamblin of Akeley, Minnesota, passed away in her home, on Monday, April 7, 2025.

Sharon Jean Wilbur was born on January 20, 1939 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to Raymond and Mildred Wilbur. After living in the Twin Cities for more than seventeen years, the Wilbur’s relocated to Akeley, where her parents opened Hillside Resort. Sharon married in January of 1958 and welcomed her first and only child in October of that year. Sharon began her career as a CNA/Med Aide/Physical Therapist in 1968 at Woodrest Nursing Home in Walker, Minnesota, where she stayed for more than twenty-eight years. She also enjoyed an exciting career playing softball in local leagues, and bowling during the winter months, where she won several trophies. Sharon also marched for the Tigerettes, Akeley's local VFW Women's Auxiliary. She remained in Akeley after retiring, where she found contentment living a relaxed rural lifestyle.

Sharon is survived by her daughter Vickie (Jeff), grandchildren Cory (Wendy) and Shanna, and great-grandchildren Tasha (Robert), Tiffy (Jimmy), Rylan, Kayla and Kami.