Sharon Kay Stratton Wilson, 64, passed away on August 10, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1961, in Danville, Kentucky, to the late Edward Garland and Juanita Hilton Stratton. Sharon, a beloved daughter, soulmate to Lonnie, mother, grandmother, and friend, had an indomitable spirit and a loving presence that will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Danville High School in 1979, Sharon’s bright spirit radiated through her love of life and nature. She found beauty in things most of us miss. She enjoyed sitting on her deck, reading, and listening to the birds, and she cherished taking walks on her and Lonnie’s beloved farm.
Her passion for history led her to become an active member of the Boyle County Genealogical & Historical Society and the Boyle Landmark Trust, where she served on the Board of Directors. She also participated proudly with the Young at Art group.
Sharon was very proud of her 40 years in retail, managing sporting goods for Heck’s and Walmart. She loved her co-workers and customers, speaking of them often, and built lasting relationships that spanned her career and beyond.
A former member of Immanuel Baptist, Sharon often found comfort in the Sunday morning sermons, listening to Jr. Fields preach. She had an eye for the unique and a heart for collecting, particularly cherishing her Shirley Temple memorabilia.
Sharon was known for her kindness, her thirst for learning, and her ability to make friends wherever she went—never having met a stranger.
She is survived by the love of her life, Lonnie Wayne Wilson; his son, Derek (Jana) Wilson; her beloved grandchildren, Madison Wilson and Zach Pike; her many cousins; her sister-in-law, Melissa (Donnie) Coyle; her brother-in-law, Gary “Brother” (Angie) Wilson; his son, Greg Wilson, and Greg’s children.
The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Stith Funeral Home in Junction City, with Rev. Stacy Wilson and Jr. Fields officiating. Pallbearers will be Derek Wilson, Dennis Ellingsworth, Steve Shepperson, Gary “Brother” Wilson, Camellia Roy, and Jeremy Craig. Honorary pallbearers will be Helen Powell, Greg Wilson, Madison Wilson, and Zachary Pike.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, August 18, 2025, at Stith Funeral Home in Junction City, with burial at her favorite place, Rose of Sharon Farm and Wildlife Preserve.
Memorial donations are suggested to the Boyle Landmark Trust or the Boyle County Genealogical & Historical Society.
She was a Great Friend!
We have been friends for many years and shared a lot of laughter. I will never forget her beautiful and genuine personality. I know Heaven is brighter with you there because you were a ray of sunshine here. I’ll see you there someday. Love you Sharon.
So sorry Helen 😞 very special friend ❤️
A special Lady I’m so thankful I got to work with , shared a lot of laughter together, especially when she would make up a song loved her contagious smile . Forever in our hearts. Prayers
See you soon.
The Moore family and Denham family
Rest in peace, Friend..
We’d spend forever in there just talking and reminiscing.
Love you and miss you dearly. RIP Sweet lady❤️
So sorry to hear this. I worked with Sharon many years. She always could make you laugh. My prayers go out to the family.
Sharon was one of the sweetest i know , went to school at jeannie rogers in 3rd grade , my fondest memory was us outside at recess swinging and singing county songs our favorite was Never promised you a rose garden !! Lol we had the best time , lived her always , everyones friend ! Prayers to all !! Shell be missed !!
Fly high 💔
Sharon and I work together at Heck’s department store so many years ago she was such a kind and nice person. I was pretty wild back then she help me grow up some and to be the person I am today. It saddens me to see this. She was a good person.
Sadie Clark-Gambrel
You will be greatly missed
So Sorry to Lonnie and all the family! Prayers and Love, Ben and Nita Daugherty
I worked with Sharon at Walmart and was so blessed to be able to call her my friend. I will miss hearing her call me “Barbarella” as she did each time we saw each other. The world will be a bit lonelier without her warm smile and caring ways. Lonnie, I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of Sharon’s passing. She had such a bright light around her. Whenever she saw my Mom & Dad she made them feel so special as she must have many other people she met in her lifetime . The world is a dimmer place because of her absence. Love and prayers for all of you.
Marylin