Death Notice

Sharon P. O'Donnell

October 13, 1936 - January 02, 2013

Sharon O’Donnell of Bloomfield Hills, was well known for her style, vibrant personality, quick wit and love of life. She was 76 years old when she passed peacefully due to complications with Lymphoma.

Mrs. O’Donnell was the beloved wife of the late Michael James O’Donnell, Sr., loving mother of Michael J. O’Donnell Jr. and Kelly O’Donnell Parent, devoted grandmother of Michael, Natalie, and Charlotte Parent, and Krysta & Michael O’Donnell III, caring mother-in-law of Dr. Alan Parent and Kimberly O’Donnell.

Sharon moved to Dallas, Texas after graduation from Ohio State University to become a flight attendant for American Airlines. Later she moved to Michigan with American to manage the admirals club at Detroit Metro Airport. After 30 years Mrs. O’Donnell retired in 1988. She was a dedicated and caring friend to many. Sharon was a member of The Village Club and Heathers Club where she played Bridge, Bridge and more Bridge.

A memorial gathering will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 1368 N. Crooks Road (between 14-15 Mile Rds.) Friday, January 11th from 4-8pm. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Hugo of the Hills Stone Chapel, 2215 Opdyke Road, Bloomfield Hills, Saturday, January 12th at 11am. Friends may visit at church beginning at 10:30am.

The family would appreciate donations to your favorite charity in her name.

Condolences:

Aunt Sharon was a wonderful force of nature, a bold and brilliant woman, and a treasured friend of our family. She made Dad's last years rich with her zest for life and her intrepid spirit. We are all blessed by her time in our lives. Steve and I extend heartfelt condolences and love to all the Parents and the O'Donnells.

Janet Dahl

Aunt Sharon will be so missed by everyone in her life. I cherish memories , not only here, but of wonderful times in Florida. Her spunky, upbeat and independent personality filled Dad's final years with fun and companionship and for that, I'm eternally grateful. I have a feeling that our growing family in heaven is having a special welcome home party! To Kelly, Al, Mike and Kim, I'm especially sorry for your loss!

jennifer Dale Deckrow

Sharon was a loyal and best friend to us. And the best bridge partner anyone could have. She was fun, smart, caring and a cherished, lovable friend and neighbor. She will be truly missed. Camille and Mary

Camille and Mary

Sharon instinctively called us "Dear" in the most soothing and mellow of voices, and each time we were again reminded of what a true and caring friend she was. She was a petite, blonde fireball who was warm, worldly and wise. She was a "shooter" who loved cheap watches, expensive scotch, elephants, and anything green. Sharon loved to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor. She played a brilliant game of bridge, but cared more for the good company and frienships around the table than anything else. She was generous to a fault. She loved her grandchildren and lived deliberately to be a force in their lives. Sharon was no cream puff; she knew where she stood on every issue, took control where she could, and showed us all how to live life to the fullest. Sharon was short, but every one of us looked up to her.

With Respect and Admiration

In April 1962 I reported to Detroit, American Airlines Admirals Club, as a new skipper. My instructions were to report to the Club at 10 a.m. to meet Sharon Haller, Chief Skipper and my new boss. That day will be forever imprinted in my mind because it was the beginning of a long and wonderful relationship with a first class lady. Sharon was always a friend with a style of management that caused everyone to strive to do a great job for her because she was always there for them. Thru her guidance I was promoted to a Chief Skipper position and left Detroit. Sharon and I kept in touch over the years. About one year ago Sharon and I spoke on the phone for hours and vowed to do it again soon. I shall always treasure our last conversation. Laura Willis, Huntington Beach, Ca.

Laura Willis