Sharon Kay Harper

Sharon Kay Harper, age 63, of Anderson, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 19, 2025. A dedicated and compassionate individual, Sharon made her mark in the lives of those around her, both personally and professionally as a registered nurse. Born on February 13, 1961, in Conway, South Carolina, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas B. Harper, Jr. and the late Alma Louise Jones Harper. Sharon's nurturing spirit shone throughout her life, particularly in her career, where she dedicated herself to caring for others.

After receiving a BS in nursing from MUSC, she joined the United States Navy as an operating room nurse and achieved the rank of Lieutenant Commander with a distinguished 20-year career, notably serving on the USNS Comfort during the Gulf War. After retirement from the Navy, she continued her career as a nurse, also working as a Military Defender.

Sharon is survived by two brothers, Thomas B. Harper III (Joanna) of Mount Pleasant, SC, and Frank E. Harper (Lynnie) of Sullivan's Island, SC; nephew, Daniel Harper (Mikayla) of Johns Island, SC; nieces, Sarah Harper of Sullivan's Island and Bailey Huthwaite of Mount Pleasant; grandnephews, Benji and Carrson; and grandniece, Rosa Louise. Her family was paramount to her, and the bonds they shared will be cherished forever.

A graveside service to honor Sharon's life will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Gardens, 1308 Mathis Ferry Road, at 10:00 am. The arrangements are entrusted to J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel.

Sharon Kay Harper will be remembered as a loving sister, a devoted nurse, and a kind-hearted individual whose presence touched many lives. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Memorials may be made to Charleston Animal Society, 2455, Remount Rd, N. Charleston, SC 29406.

A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website atwww.jhenrystuhr.com.