Richard Charles Sharp

Richard Charles Sharp of Houston was born on February 10, 1943 in Beaumont, Texas to Richard and Virginia Sharp. As a young boy he moved with his parents from Smithville, Texas to Wyoming, then back to Smithville and finally to Pasadena, Texas. Richard graduated from Pasadena High School in 1962. He then attended Texas A&M University for a short time. In 1965 he joined the Army Reserve and went to work for Ethyl/Albemarle Corporation where he retired in December 2003 with over 38 years of service.

An active member of and beloved presence in the community, Richard also served in many Masonic organizations. He was an avid woodworker and could always be found working in his shop creating beautiful works of art to share with family and friends. When not “making sawdust,” he enjoyed designing and making jewelry, upcycling reclaimed wood and furniture, working on his computer, watching movies, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and serving those in need. Recently, he enjoyed cooking and preserving fresh fruits and vegetables.

Richard is survived by his wife of 22 years, Laura Sharp; children, Daniel Sharp and his wife Tonya, Rebecca Sharp, Mitchell Meece and his wife Ana, Laura Peace and her husband Chad; grandchildren, Addison, Jeremy, Rachel, Ryan, Jared, Wayne, Reilly, Evan, and Ian; great-grandchildren, Annabelle and Brannock; and his faithful feline companion, Rusty.

A visitation for Richard will be held Monday, August 30, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:30 AM. A burial to follow at Brookside Memorial Park.

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