Sharon Janet Emily August

Sharon Janet Emily August April 6, 1946 – March 31, 2026 Sharon Janet Emily August passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, at the age of 79, after a long and courageous battle with Lewy body dementia. She was born on April 6, 1946, in Brisbane, Australia, and immigrated to North America with her family at the age of ten, first settling in Canada before eventually making her home in Michigan. Sharon is survived by her husband, Dennis, with whom she shared more than five decades of marriage. She is also survived by her children, Steven August (Michelle) and Kristin Bauer (Eric); her cherished grandchildren, Tessa, Sierra, and Lucas; her brother, Paul Goldfield (Sara); her sister, Sara Schnaar (Dan); and several nieces and one nephew. Sharon spent much of her working life in secretarial roles, including many years as a secretary at a law firm. What mattered most to her were the lasting friendships she formed through her work – connections that continued to bring her joy well beyond the workplace. Social by nature, Sharon loved spending time with family and friends and hosting gatherings. An excellent cook, she had a gift for creating a warm and welcoming home. After retiring, Sharon and Dennis spent more than a decade living in Bluffton, South Carolina, a chapter that suited Sharon’s love of travel and other cultures. Throughout her life, she enjoyed exploring the world – learning Spanish in her 50s, discovering new foods, and embracing new experiences. She also learned to play the piano alongside her daughter in her 40s, a reflection of her lifelong love of music. Faith was also an important and sustaining presence throughout Sharon’s life. She found religion at a young age, viewing it as a source of comfort and guidance, and later served her church as a deacon. Sharon was known for her kindness, warm smile, and great sense of humor. Her warmth and generosity of spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Sharon’s memory be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (https://lbda.org/ways-to-give) or the Australian Koala Foundation (https://savethekoala.com/). There will be a memorial visitation held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 3:00-6:00 pm with a memorial service at 5:00 pm at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (n. of 22 Mile Rd), Shelby Twp.

Sharon Janet Emily August

April 6, 1946 - March 31, 2026