Donald William Sharpe, 57, of Estacada OR died Thursday, March 3, 2022 from an auto accident.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, March 20, 2022, 2:00pm @ Estacada First Baptist Church.
Don was born to Donald and Mitstuko Sharpe March 18, 1964 in ElCentro, CA. He graduated from Olympic HS in Bremerton, WA. In school he fell in love playing the drums, and performed with the Seattle Imperials Drumline and Bugle Corp. He then attended some college at Chaminade University in Honolulu, HA. Don then proudly served in the US Army for 13 years with honors. He later worked in the technology field as an IT Engineer. He met and married the love of his life Jona Law on September 2, 2001 in Maple Valley, WA.
Don had an unforgettable personality. He could light up a room with his infectious smile, animated presence, and huge heart. He had the ability to talk to, and make friends with people anywhere he went. Don had a love for motorcycles, singing Karaoke, watching the Seattle Seahawks play football, taking walks with his beloved wife, and dog Koda. Don loved spending time surrounded by family. Above all he loved being Papa to his grandchildren and many more.
He was preceded in death by his mother; Mitsuko Sharpe, sister; Donna Roche, daughter; Hollie Rasberry. He was survived by his father; Donald Sharpe, wife; Jona Sharpe, daughters; Jaima Pense, and Jessie Shaw, son; Anthony Sharpe, grandchildren; Layne and Jack Ritchey, April and Chance Pense. Niece’s; Aki Sharpe, Yuki Teng, and Nephew; Joshua Roche.