Sharon Fidnick, a cherished mother, grandmother, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, in Newport News, Virginia, at the age of 80. Born on June 1, 1945, in California, Sharon lived a full and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and warmth.
Sharon was a dedicated homemaker and loved nurturing her family. She poured her heart into raising her children and stepchildren, delighting in the laughter and companionship of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her home was a welcoming sanctuary, filled with love and countless cherished memories.
A creative soul, Sharon built dollhouses with meticulous care, enjoying the artistry and detail of each miniature world. She also owned a hair salon in her younger years, where she combined her passion for beauty with her natural gift for making others feel special. Sharon was an avid reader, often losing herself in novels by her favorite authors, Nora Roberts and Danielle Steele. The beach was her personal haven, where she would “swim like a mermaid,” embracing the freedom and serenity of the ocean.
Sharon was fortunate to have shared her life with many loved ones. She is predeceased by Ron Atkinson, Leroy Jackson, and Stephen Fidnick, as well as her beloved son Douglas Atkinson, step-son Dennis Jackson, and daughter-in-law Susan Jackson.
Sharon is survived by her sister Peggy Legowski; her daughters Tammy Crotts and husband Frankie, Terri Fletcher-Gray, Christina Monohan and wife Shannon Monohan, and Madison Fidnick; her stepdaughters Karen Leonard and Debbie Gahns; her step-son Tommy Jackson and wife Laura; and 17 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Her love, kindness, and joyful spirit touched all who knew her, and she will be dearly missed.
Let us remember Sharon for her unwavering love, her gentle spirit, and the joy she brought into the lives of her family and friends.
The family plans to hold a private memorial service at a later date.
