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Sharon Ann Tyrrell (Qualls)
August 1, 1942 – August 15, 2024
Sharon Ann Tyrrell, 82, of Grosse Pointe Farms, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024. Born to Margaret and Winfrey Qualls, she grew up in both Grosse Pointe Woods and Shores with her younger brother, Tom. Sharon attended Parcells Middle School and Grosse Pointe High School, graduating in 1960.
She married her childhood sweetheart, Robert, in 1961 and started their family in St. Clair Shores that same year. Together they spent over 30 years in Grosse Pointe City before finally settling in the Farms. A beloved wife, mother and grandmother, she dedicated her life to creating a nurturing and loving home for her family. Deeply rooted in her faith, she served many years as a Sunday School teacher at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church, where she and Robert have been members for over 50 years.
Sharon was an avid antiquer. She loved to scour the markets for treasures and was known for her impressive antique teddy bear collection. Her love of dogs was unparalleled. Likely most dog-owning residents of the Pointes have met Sharon on the sidewalk over the years. She could never pass a dog without a joyful hello and a belly rub.
Sharon is survived by her husband, Robert; her four children, Margaret (Jeffrey), Robert, Todd, and Laurie (Stephan); her grandson Michael (Katie); her brother, Tom (Deborah), and nephew Mark (Robyn).
Sharon’s legacy of love, compassion, and selflessness will be remembered by all who knew her.
A memorial service will be held at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church Thursday, September 5th, at 1 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made in Sharon’s honor to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) or Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society (www.gpaas.org).
Arrangements entrusted to A.H. Peters Funeral Home, Grosse Pointe Woods. Share a memory at www.ahpeters.com. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grosse-pointe-woods-mi/sharon-tyrrell-11943454
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Patricia L. Hagland (Whitledge)
Sharon and I were friends at Parcells and the High School. She was a lovely friend and a role model of friendship. My thoughts and prayers to her family at this most difficult time.
Pat Hagland Whitledge
Paul J. Krogh
In loving memory of one of my best friends since the 6th grade, Sharon Tyrrell. She was probably the most thoughtful and loving person I have ever known. We grew up together and shared our lives for these many years.
Even though Sharon lived in a different neighborhood, she was part of the magical growing up on Vernier Road, along with several of our classmates. We were surrounded by two working farms and fields behind our houses. Days were spent climbing trees, and catching pollywogs. Summer evenings were about playing hide and go seek, and making up scary tales about the haunted house across the street. Days were spent walking a block to the Shores Park and swimming off the dock. Winters were spent ice skating on frozen Lake St. Clair.
Such beautiful memories- one of the best however, was Sharon meeting and falling in love with Bob Tyrrell on Vernier Rd. A love that lasted for 63 years. We miss you dear Sharon.
Paul J. Krogh
The comment under Paul Krogh's name was written by me. I was unable to change it on this site. Peg (Bromlwy) Krogh
James P. Thistlethwaite
My wife, Julie (Smith, GPHS class of '61) and I have been friends with Sharon and Bob for many years, most recently via birthday and Christmas cards. We treasure many happy times together, especially with Peg and Paul Krogh. Sharon was a loving person and good friend. We will miss her and send our deepest sympathy to Bob and their family.