Sharon Ann England, 59, died January 13, 2014, with her family and her sister by her side at her home in Vinita, Oklahoma. A beloved mother and devoted wife, Sharon never tired of giving to her family, friends, and community. Through her strength, courage, and unrelenting passion for family, she has been a role model and inspiration to many.
Sharon was born on December 9, 1954 in Vinita, Oklahoma to Raymond and Rose Marie Lauchner. She graduated from Vinita High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation Sharon married her high school sweetheart, Ralph L. England, on June 23, 1973. Sharon and Ralph have two sons, Chris England who resides in Broken Arrow, OK with his wife Sarah and their son Evan; and Jeff England with his wife, Abby, in Bentonville, AR and his daughter, Ashton, who resides in Oklahoma City.
She was a very active member in her community and church. Sharon volunteered her time to the Vinita Youth Recreation program for more than 30 years. While her children where in school, Sharon was an active member in the PTA. She has been a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church for the past 59 years.
Sharon is survived by her husband of 40 years, Ralph England; two sons Chris and Jeff England; two grandchildren Ashton and Evan England; older brothers Carl and Rick Lauchner; younger sister Vickie Kelly; younger brothers Anthony, Alan, and John Lauchner; her aunt Mary Ann Schwartz; her uncle Bob and Paul Willy and many other extended family members and friends.
A Rosary Service will be held on Thursday, January 16 at 6:00 pm at Luginbuel Funeral Home, 332 N Scraper St., Vinita. The family will receive friends immediately following the Rosary Service till 8:00 pm. Funeral services will begin at 10:00am Friday, January 17, with Rev. M.E. Cashen officiating at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 120 W Sequoyah Ave., Vinita. Interment will be held in Fairview Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions can be made to the Craig County Cancer Outreach Center. Donations can easily be made by contacting Jeanne Bussey at First National Bank, 239 N Wilson St, Vinita. 918-256-7811. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemories.com. Arrangements are by the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Vinita.
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Parents
Raymond Eugene Lauchner
1924–1969
Rose Marie Willy Lauchner
1932–2013
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