Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Spouses
BirthOct 15, 1937, Alamance County, North Carolina [54735]
DeathOct 16, 2020, Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina [54735]
BurialMount Pleasant United Methodist Church Cemetery, 269 Manns Chapel Road, Pittsboro, Chatham County, North Carolina [54739]
FatherHerman Newton TRUITT (1909-1993)
MotherGladys Walker WOODSON (1911-2001)
Marriage1965 [54740]
Children(Confidential, Female)
David Lee (1966-<2020)
Obituary Online notes for Carl Willie SHARPE
CARL WILLIE SHARPE
AUG 22, 1944 — AUG 19, 2026
BURLINGTON
Carl Willie Sharpe, 81, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, just three days before his 82nd birthday.
Born into a farming family, Carl carried his love of farming throughout his life and passed it down through generations—from working in tobacco fields to simply growing tomatoes and watermelons in the garden with his family. He lived a life centered around family, horses, dogs, and the outdoors.
To his family, he was lovingly known as “Hoppy,” a name given to him by his granddaughter Caroline when she was little and couldn’t quite say “Poppy.” The name stuck and became one he proudly carried with family and friends. Horses were an important part of Carl’s life and led him to meet his wife, Patsy, at the saddle club. They were married for 55 years and shared a life filled with family, horses, and many lifelong friendships. Carl was a talented blacksmith and horseman.
He spent many years working with and training horses and teaching horseback riding to families throughout Alamance County. He and Patsy spent many days at horse shows, where they made friendships that lasted a lifetime. Dogs were also an important part of Carl’s life. Over the years, he trained and hunted with many dogs, from beagles to pointers. Many great dogs came into his life, but Rudy held an especially special place in his heart.
Carl loved being outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. Above all, Carl loved his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and passing along the things he had learned throughout his life. His family will always treasure the memories, stories, and traditions they shared with Hoppy.
Carl is survived by his daughter, Mary Katherine Sharpe Smith and husband, Mark; grandchildren, Caroline Elizabeth Hall and husband, Ben, and Benjamin Dale Smith and wife, Nicole; great-grandchildren, Benji, Ella, Garrison, Lawson, and Colton; and siblings, Roy Sharpe, William Sharpe, and Faye Sharpe.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Patsy Truitt Sharpe; son, David Lee Sharpe; parents, Carl and Addie Winstead Sharpe; and siblings, Raymond Sharpe, Jay Sharpe, Michael Sharpe, and Larry Sharpe.
The family will have a private service at a later date.
https://www.lowefuneralhome.com/obituaries/carl-sharpe [54740]
AUG 22, 1944 — AUG 19, 2026
BURLINGTON
Carl Willie Sharpe, 81, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, just three days before his 82nd birthday.
Born into a farming family, Carl carried his love of farming throughout his life and passed it down through generations—from working in tobacco fields to simply growing tomatoes and watermelons in the garden with his family. He lived a life centered around family, horses, dogs, and the outdoors.
To his family, he was lovingly known as “Hoppy,” a name given to him by his granddaughter Caroline when she was little and couldn’t quite say “Poppy.” The name stuck and became one he proudly carried with family and friends. Horses were an important part of Carl’s life and led him to meet his wife, Patsy, at the saddle club. They were married for 55 years and shared a life filled with family, horses, and many lifelong friendships. Carl was a talented blacksmith and horseman.
He spent many years working with and training horses and teaching horseback riding to families throughout Alamance County. He and Patsy spent many days at horse shows, where they made friendships that lasted a lifetime. Dogs were also an important part of Carl’s life. Over the years, he trained and hunted with many dogs, from beagles to pointers. Many great dogs came into his life, but Rudy held an especially special place in his heart.
Carl loved being outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. Above all, Carl loved his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and passing along the things he had learned throughout his life. His family will always treasure the memories, stories, and traditions they shared with Hoppy.
Carl is survived by his daughter, Mary Katherine Sharpe Smith and husband, Mark; grandchildren, Caroline Elizabeth Hall and husband, Ben, and Benjamin Dale Smith and wife, Nicole; great-grandchildren, Benji, Ella, Garrison, Lawson, and Colton; and siblings, Roy Sharpe, William Sharpe, and Faye Sharpe.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Patsy Truitt Sharpe; son, David Lee Sharpe; parents, Carl and Addie Winstead Sharpe; and siblings, Raymond Sharpe, Jay Sharpe, Michael Sharpe, and Larry Sharpe.
The family will have a private service at a later date.
https://www.lowefuneralhome.com/obituaries/carl-sharpe [54740]
Obituary Online notes for Patricia Ann (Spouse 1)
Patricia Ann (Patsy) Truitt Sharpe, 83, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother entered the gates of heaven on Friday, October 16, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones.
A native of Glen Raven, Patsy was the wife of Carl Sharpe and the daughter of the late Herman Truitt and Gladys Woodson Truitt.
In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her son David Sharpe.
Patsy or Grannie as she liked to be called by all, retired from Your House Inc. Prior to a life of accounting, Patsy attended NC State University in the mid 1950's. At that time there were 4,283 men enrolled and only 53 women, Patsy was one of the 53. There she planned to become a veterinarian. Patsy would later change her degree to accounting and graduate from Elon College. In Patsy's own words "I just could not cut the cat!" Later Patsy and her husband Carl ran the Burlington Saddle Club, Shamrock Riding Stables and finally Double S Stables. Through the years Patsy taught many Alamance County youngsters to ride saddleseat. Teaching horseback riding was a lifelong passion for Patsy. Patsy's love for animals paled to her love for her family with her greatest love being bestowed on her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Patsy is survived by her husband, Carl of the home and daughter, Mary Katherine Smith and her husband Mark of Burlington; two grandchildren, Caroline Hall and her husband Ben, and Benjamin Smith and his wife, Nicole. Three great grandchildren, Benji, Ella Grace, and Garrison; a sister, Susan Schindler and her husband Steve; and a brother Tom Truitt and his wife Judy.
The family would like to thank the trauma doctors, nurses and staff at Moses Cone Medical Center for the excellent care during her stay.
The family will receive friends Wednesday October 21, 2020 from 1:00 until 1:45 PM at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington. A Celebration of a life well lived will follow at 2:00 PM in the Rich and Thompson Chapel.
Burial will follow at Mt Pleasant United Methodist Church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patsy's favorite charity St Jude's Children's Hospital in care of: ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. [54739]
Patsy Truitt Sharpe
October 15, 1937 - October 16, 2020
Patsy Truitt Sharpe, 83, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother entered the gates of heaven on Friday, October 16, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones.
A native of Glen Raven, Patsy was the wife of Carl Sharpe and the daughter of the late Herman Truitt and Gladys Woodson Truitt. In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her son David Sharpe.
Patsy or Grannie as she liked to be called by all, retired from Your House Inc. Prior to a life of accounting, Patsy attended NC State University in the mid 1950s. At that time there were 4,283 men enrolled and only 53 women, Patsy was one of the 53. There she planned to become a veterinarian. Patsy would later change her degree to accounting and graduate from Elon College. In Patsy's own words " I just could not cut the cat!" Later Patsy and her husband Carl ran the Burlington Saddle Club, Shamrock Riding Stables and finally Double S Stables. Through the years Patsy taught many Alamance County youngsters to ride saddleseat. Teaching horseback riding was a lifelong passion for Patsy. Patsy's love for animals paled to her love for her family with her greatest love being bestowed on her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Patsy is survived by her husband, Carl of the home and daughter, Mary Katherine Smith and her husband Mark of Burlington; two grandchildren, Caroline Hall and her husband Ben, and Benjamin Smith and his wife, Nicole. Three great grandchildren, Benji, Ella Grace, and Garrison; a sister, Susan Schindler and her husband Steve; and a brother Tom Truitt and his wife Judy.
The family would like to thank the trauma doctors, nurses and staff at Moses Cone Medical Center for the excellent care during her stay.
The family will receive friends Wednesday October 21, 2020 from 1:00 until 1:45 PM at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington.
A Celebration of a life well lived will follow at 2:00 PM in the Rich and Thompson Chapel. Burial will follow at Mt Pleasant United Methodist Church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patsys favorite charity St Judes Childrens Hospital in care of : ALSAC/St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
https://www.richandthompson.com/obituaries/Patsy-Truitt-Sharpe?obId=43095694 [54738]
A native of Glen Raven, Patsy was the wife of Carl Sharpe and the daughter of the late Herman Truitt and Gladys Woodson Truitt.
In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her son David Sharpe.
Patsy or Grannie as she liked to be called by all, retired from Your House Inc. Prior to a life of accounting, Patsy attended NC State University in the mid 1950's. At that time there were 4,283 men enrolled and only 53 women, Patsy was one of the 53. There she planned to become a veterinarian. Patsy would later change her degree to accounting and graduate from Elon College. In Patsy's own words "I just could not cut the cat!" Later Patsy and her husband Carl ran the Burlington Saddle Club, Shamrock Riding Stables and finally Double S Stables. Through the years Patsy taught many Alamance County youngsters to ride saddleseat. Teaching horseback riding was a lifelong passion for Patsy. Patsy's love for animals paled to her love for her family with her greatest love being bestowed on her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Patsy is survived by her husband, Carl of the home and daughter, Mary Katherine Smith and her husband Mark of Burlington; two grandchildren, Caroline Hall and her husband Ben, and Benjamin Smith and his wife, Nicole. Three great grandchildren, Benji, Ella Grace, and Garrison; a sister, Susan Schindler and her husband Steve; and a brother Tom Truitt and his wife Judy.
The family would like to thank the trauma doctors, nurses and staff at Moses Cone Medical Center for the excellent care during her stay.
The family will receive friends Wednesday October 21, 2020 from 1:00 until 1:45 PM at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington. A Celebration of a life well lived will follow at 2:00 PM in the Rich and Thompson Chapel.
Burial will follow at Mt Pleasant United Methodist Church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patsy's favorite charity St Jude's Children's Hospital in care of: ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. [54739]
Patsy Truitt Sharpe
October 15, 1937 - October 16, 2020
Patsy Truitt Sharpe, 83, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother entered the gates of heaven on Friday, October 16, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones.
A native of Glen Raven, Patsy was the wife of Carl Sharpe and the daughter of the late Herman Truitt and Gladys Woodson Truitt. In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her son David Sharpe.
Patsy or Grannie as she liked to be called by all, retired from Your House Inc. Prior to a life of accounting, Patsy attended NC State University in the mid 1950s. At that time there were 4,283 men enrolled and only 53 women, Patsy was one of the 53. There she planned to become a veterinarian. Patsy would later change her degree to accounting and graduate from Elon College. In Patsy's own words " I just could not cut the cat!" Later Patsy and her husband Carl ran the Burlington Saddle Club, Shamrock Riding Stables and finally Double S Stables. Through the years Patsy taught many Alamance County youngsters to ride saddleseat. Teaching horseback riding was a lifelong passion for Patsy. Patsy's love for animals paled to her love for her family with her greatest love being bestowed on her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Patsy is survived by her husband, Carl of the home and daughter, Mary Katherine Smith and her husband Mark of Burlington; two grandchildren, Caroline Hall and her husband Ben, and Benjamin Smith and his wife, Nicole. Three great grandchildren, Benji, Ella Grace, and Garrison; a sister, Susan Schindler and her husband Steve; and a brother Tom Truitt and his wife Judy.
The family would like to thank the trauma doctors, nurses and staff at Moses Cone Medical Center for the excellent care during her stay.
The family will receive friends Wednesday October 21, 2020 from 1:00 until 1:45 PM at Rich and Thompson Funeral Service in Burlington.
A Celebration of a life well lived will follow at 2:00 PM in the Rich and Thompson Chapel. Burial will follow at Mt Pleasant United Methodist Church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Patsys favorite charity St Judes Childrens Hospital in care of : ALSAC/St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
https://www.richandthompson.com/obituaries/Patsy-Truitt-Sharpe?obId=43095694 [54738]