Byron – Dean E. Sharp, age 61, of Byron, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at his home. On behalf of all of us here at The Bullvine our condolences go out to his family and friends at this time.
From the Erie County Fair exhibitors Facebook page:
“It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of one of our long-time exhibitors, Mr. Dean Sharp. Dean could always be found sitting on his director chair watching cattle in one of the barns during Holstein week of the Erie County Fair. Dean usually greeted you with some sort of smart remark, funny comment, or just a smile to brighten your day. Anyone who knew Dean knew his love for Holstein cattle was second only to his love of his family. He was the biggest cheerleader for the younger generation that were pursuing their dreams to breed better cattle, offering an ear or to talk pedigrees. Rest easy friend, please watch over all of us as we continue on. We ask that you please keep the Sharp family in your thoughts and prayers as they go through this difficult time.”
Dean was born in Batavia on October 24, 1959, a son of the late Edward C. Sharp and Eva Grace Starkweather Sharp.
A 1977 graduate of Byron-Bergen Central School, he was a member and deacon at North Bergen Presbyterian Church. Dean was very decorated, well-established and well-respected in the dairy industry winning numerous awards with Semex USA. In 1995, he was named the Outstanding Young Breeder Award, a prestigious honor in the dairy industry. He was a member of the NIOGA Holstein Association, Future Farmers of America, New York Holstein Association and served on the Western Regional Holstein Board. Dean’s life revolved around his family, grandchildren and his cows.
Dean is the husband of Carrie L. Casper Sharp. The two were married on June 10, 1983. He is also survived by his children; Jessica Sharp of Akron, Alicia (Dan) Brumsted of Bergen and Edward Sharp of Byron; grandchildren; Lila Sharp-Robinson and John Brumsted; his brother; Clifford L. (late Karen) Sharp of Byron; his sister; Diane (Stephen) Starowitz of Byron; his mother-in-law; Peggy Casper of Batavia along with several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his sister, Arlene Sharp.
There are no prior visiting hours. Due to the ongoing pandemic, a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. However, those wishing may view the funeral service at 11 a.m. Saturday via live stream by visiting the following link: https://www.hdezwebcast.com/show/dean-e-sharp-memorial-service. A public celebration of Dean’s life will be held during the summer. He will be laid to rest in North Byron Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Please consider memorials in Dean’s name to Carrie Sharp so his family may establish a youth dairy scholarship in his memory.
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