Sharon C. Stanaland

Sharon graduated from Limestone College with a BA in Elementary Education and became an educator teaching both 1st and 2nd grades for over 30 years. Most of her career was spent teaching at North Myrtle Beach Primary School.

A wonderful homemaker, Sharon loved spending time with her family and close friends, welcoming them always into her warm and loving home. Sharon loved her church, Lakeside Baptist Church and was a devoted member and advocate for over 50 years.

Along with her two children, 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, Sharon leaves behind thousands of students she taught and inspired, many of which went on to become educators themselves because of her mentoring.

Survivors include son James Cox Stanaland; daughter, Susan Stanaland Steudl; three grandsons, Lee Stanaland, Greysen Whitehead, Tanner Stanaland; and one great granddaughter Ollie Rose Whitehead. Her husband of 53 years, Jerry D. Stanaland and her parents, Monroe and Velma Cox of Greenville, SC. predeceased her.

A memorial service will be held at Lakeside Baptist Church, 615 11th Ave N. North Myrtle Beach on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 11am. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Rev. Anthony Poston will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners' Hospital for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Pointe Drive, Tampa, FL 33607 or donate.lovetotherescue.org.

“Like a rare gem found in the depths of the earth you are one of those jewels of whom there is a dearth. Like a prized possession always kept safe and secure your teachings and lessons will be in our hearts for sure.”

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leefhandcrematory.com for the Stanaland family.