Mariea Jane Sharp, 69, of Grayville, Illinois, died Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana. She was born August 7, 1950, in Thornton, Arkansas, the daughter of Arnold and Lila (Allen) Smith. She was married to Robert J. Sharp in 1996, and he preceded her in death in 2008.
Mariea was a homemaker. While she lived in Tucson, Arizona, she was active in the Sheriff’s Auxiliary. She was an avid reader and was self-taught in many areas. She was known for her sharp wit and occasional stubbornness.
Survivors include sons, Michael Geoffrey Moseley of Newburgh, Indiana, and Joe E. Moseley of Grayville; nieces Amie and Jordan.
She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Cremation is in keeping with Mariea’s wishes, and her cremated remains will be taken to Ohio at a later date for burial.
There are no services planned. Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville is in charge of arrangements.
