September 16, 1946 – January 21, 2026
On January 21, 2026 we lost our beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Sharon was the eldest of six daughters, born to Herbert † (Hum) and Helen † Ricker and grew up on the family farm in Canborough. Sharon married Stan Meadows in 1966 and they were blessed with almost 60 years of happiness together. She was the treasured mother of Brenda DeRuiter Duffin (Ron)(Herm †), Marlene Meadows (Rob), and Jason (Elva) and adored Grandmother of Dea, Ty, and Amelia. She will be missed by her sisters Linda Sharpe (John †), Cindy Toll (Dennis) and her sister-in-law Velma Shirton (Bruce †). Sharon was predeceased by her sisters Betty Jane Desruisseaux (Norm †), Lorraine Brooks (Dave †), Shirley Houser (Glen), and her in-laws Harold and Elsie Meadows, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Arthur and Nancy Meadows. Sharon was also a treasured friend, neighbour, aunt, and cousin who will be deeply missed by many. She had a special love for all of her many Ricker relatives. While Sharon worked at various jobs throughout her life, nothing was as important as her role as stay-at-home Mom and homemaker. She kept a warm and welcoming home for friends and family alike, always having a big hug to welcome you. Everyone in her life had no doubt that she loved and cared for them deeply. Care packages to take home for her children and grandchildren were always prepared at the end of each visit. The love, support and encouragement she gave to her children and grandchildren was an example that taught them to love as well. We never doubted her love for us. Sharon was sensitive to the needs of others and was quick to lend a hand, make a meal or offer a supportive word. Sharon’s sense of humour was contagious and she enjoyed a laugh while playing a game of cards with friends or doing puzzles and crafts with her grandchildren. With Stan, she enjoyed building beautiful garden décor and bird houses. Saturday morning yard sales were always a highlight of the week to see what treasures they could find. They enjoyed many hours together sitting on the back porch of the home they built together in South Cayuga, where they raised their family and enjoyed many years of retirement together. Sharon’s blue eyes seemed untouched by age and sparkled brightly throughout her life.
Sharon, Mom and Grandma, we love and miss you so much but are comforted in knowing we will be reunited in heaven one day.
Please join the family to celebrate Sharon’s life at J.W. Hart Funeral Home, 113 Lock St. East, Dunnville ON, on Tuesday January 27, 2026 from 2–4 p.m. or 6–8 p.m.
Donations in Sharon’s memory can be made to Haldimand Pregnancy Care and Family Centre.
