Sharon Langlois

Sharon Langlois, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025.

Born to Ruth Chamberlin and Charles Vernon Langlois, into a bustling household of four brothers, Reed, Bob, Larry and Tom. Sharon grew up fearless, funny, and fiercely independent. Sharon often claimed that she “didn’t know anything about girls! She had all brothers.” We can only imagine her knocking her mouth shut all FIVE times she heard: “Congratulations! It's a GIRL!” Sharon raised her five daughters, Shelley, Stacey, Kendall, Kori and Brittney, with fierce love, unshakable strength, and endless humor. (Brittney predeceased Sharon in death at the age of 17.) Sharon shared with her daughters her unique outlook on life, love, and beauty and always had a positive spin on everything. Her girls, and later, her grandchildren, were the center of her world.

Family meant everything to Sharon. She absolutely adored her sons-in-law: Jeff Mower (married Shelley in 1986); Roger Harrison (married Stacey in 1990); and John Dulich (married Kendall in 1997) and was a fun and loving Nana to nine grandchildren: Cassie Chang, Cade Mower, Chase Mower, Mason Harrison, Scout Harrison, Riley Harrison, Keelan Bennet, Nolan Dulich, and Cooper Dulich. She was also blessed with three great-grandchildren: Waylon Chang, Scotti Chang, and Hallie Rae Mower. As a Nana, Sharon never missed a moment to teach. She made sure her grandchildren knew the importance of working hard before playing hard and to always notice the beauty around them. She was fun, wise, and fully present.

A lifelong lover of animals (especially horses), Sharon’s appreciation for the natural world was matched only by her zest for living it fully. Whether she was hang gliding (yes, she did!), skiing, dancing with unmatched skill, playing the piano with joyful intensity, or knitting something cozy for a loved one, she did it with passion and purpose. She was also a dedicated and beloved teacher, who spent many years shaping young minds with patience, wit, and wisdom. She never felt more appreciated than when a former student, years later, came back to thank her (and this happened more than once).

Sharon did not accept being lazy, rude or “inappropriate.” She never said a bad thing about anyone. Her strength was legendary, and she NEVER gave up. She often referred to her injured arm as her “strong arm,” a symbol to all of her can-do spirit and her ability to persevere through life’s challenges with grace. One of her favorite phrases, “This too shall pass,” was both a comfort and a reminder of her enduring faith, something she carried with her as a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Sharon saw beauty where others may not, found joy in the smallest things, and taught those around her how to do the same. Her legacy is one of laughter, humility, and boundless love. A loving, gentle, joyful soul has left us, and she will be deeply missed and forever remembered

In lieu of flowers, please consider planting a tree (please use the link to the left of the obituary) or donating to your local pet shelter in Sharon’s honor.