Christopher T. Sharp

only 61 years old. Chris’ family and friends are both devastated and shocked by his death, but are so

thankful for having had the honor of being in his life while they could.

Chris was born on May 20th, 1961 to Betty and Arlon Sharp. He was born with Hydrocephalus and his

doctors predicted that Chris would not live past the age of 6. Those who knew Chris, know how stubborn

he could be and of course he proved everyone wrong. While he faced many challenges throughout his

life that most of us never even think of, he was able to live a full and very happy life.

Chris spent much of his childhood following around his big sister and brother, wanting to be just like

them and to make them proud. He had a remarkable memory and never forgot anything, especially not

when anyone was mean to him, and he always paid them back, sometimes even months later. He

graduated from the Veda Knox High School for Special Education in 1979. With the help of the Sunrise

Program, Chris was able to learn how to be self-sufficient and live on his own. He loved his

independence.

In Chris’ early adulthood, he was able to hold several jobs through the Lighthouse for the Blind, was

active in a bowling league with the Special Olympics, and was an active member of his communities.

Chris was at his happiest when he was helping others. In his most recent home, Emerson Senior Living,

he became an invaluable resident as he frequently helped walk his friend’s dogs, went on walks, joined

dinners, and taught many residents how to play pool. His second favorite thing in the whole world was

sports. All of them. All the time. His Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys were always number one in his

heart. He even frequently called in to local sports talk radio shows to share his thoughts and opinions on

how the teams should be managed, whether they wanted his opinion or not.

Anyone who knew Chris knew his pure soul, his genuine love for everyone, and can still hear his

contagious laugh. He will be incredibly missed by all who loved him.

Chris was preceded in death by his father, Arlon Sharp, and his stepfather, Jim Adams. He is survived by

his mother, Betty Sharp Adams, brother Phil Sharp and wife Diane, sister Zoe Guthrie and husband

Corbie, Step-Brother James Adams Jr, Step-Sisters Jan Mims and Julie Tietje, and numerous nieces and

nephews who adored him.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Chris’ honor to either The Special

Olympics or The Miracle League:

https://www.miracleleaguedfw.com/donate/

https://www.specialolympics.org