Sharon Kay Pritchett

We are celebrating the wonderful life of Sharon Kay Pritchett. Born on March 29, 1945, in Fort Scott, Kansas, and raised in Bronaugh, Missouri, Sharon grew up surrounded by family and love. She is survived by her brother, Albert Saathoff.

Sharon’s life was marked by love, dedication, and meaningful milestones — including her marriage to Cecil Pritchett on May 2, 1961, and her role as a devoted mother to Ricky Pritchett, David Pritchett, Kathy Scott, and Rex Pritchett. She was a proud grandmother to Eric DeWolf, Jennifer (Brian) Heneger, and Amber Pritchett, and a loving great-grandmother to Leila, Evie, Nina, Ary, AJ, and Nori Hussaini and Quentin DeWolf, as well as to (William) and (Teagan) Henegar. Sharon also shared 30 meaningful years with Charles Addleman, a companion who brought warmth and companionship to her life.

Sharon built a long and meaningful career at Hallmark, where she retired after 38 years of dedicated service. Her retirement was well earned and joyfully embraced, marking a beautiful chapter in a life filled with hard work, family, and quiet strength.

Sharon was born the daughter of the summer night and lived to travel, taking summer vacations to many interesting places. Her favorite destination was Las Vegas, but her first — and most exotic — adventure came at age 16. With a fearless spirit and a teenager’s determination, she slipped out of her parents’ house, took money from her savings, and bought a bus ticket to Fort Knox, Kentucky. Fort Knox was never the same after that beautiful 16-year-old stepped off the bus. Her daring adventures and love for exploration inspired everyone who knew her.

Even in her final moments, Sharon’s spirit remained unshakably her own. When the doctor asked her to respond by holding up her thumb, she raised her middle finger instead — a final, unforgettable reminder of her humor, grit, and fire.