Sharon Corkery

Sharon Lewis Corkery, 58, of Lisbon, died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on August 30th after a courageous battle with cancer. Cremation services were provided by Morgan Funeral and Cremation Choices. Upon Sharon's wishes, friends and family may come to their home to pay their respects from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 3, 2004. A private burial will take place at a later date. Sharon was born at Monticello on April 15, 1946, to Richard and Bernita Lesser Lewis. She graduated from Anamosa High School in 1964. She married Ellis "Corky" Corkery on January 11, 1969. For the past 15 years she's been employed by Lloyd Table Company in Lisbon. She is survived by her husband Ellis "Corky" of 35 years; her three daughters: Kristin Bascom of Ryan, Karla (John) Smith of Springville, and Kara (Bronson) Ganka of Ankeny; Jim (Becky) Digman of Galena, Illinois; two brothers: Darrell (Judy) Lewis of Anamosa and Richard (Kathi) Lewis of Puyullap, Washington; four sisters: Shirlaine Van Amburg of Mechanicsville, Audrey (Dick) Kahl of Clarence, Deanna (Doc) Corrigan of Cedar Rapids, and Diane (Leonard) Thompson of Mechanicsville. Survivors also include her eight grandchildren: Ashley, Chelsea Kay, Chelsea, Shianne, Savanna, Devin, Madysen, Samatha, and special family friends Rudy (Penny) Light, and Randy (Connie) Sproston of Lisbon who show everyday what true friendship really is. Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers: Leroy, Claire, and Joe; sisters: Valetta and Larue who also fought courageous battles with cancer. Sharon was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She loved quilting, gardening, and camping. Sharon touched so many hearts and will be missed by so many, but never forgotten. A special thank you to Jodee with Hospice of Mercy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Mercy, 2740 First Ave. N.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, in memory of Sharon Corkery.