Sharpe, Gearldine B., 72, of Brandon, passed away on November 4, 2014. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Gearldine was the co-owner of Industrial Metals Recycling, she enjoyed going to the Hard Rock Casino here in Tampa and while she was traveling, and had a passion for taking care of animals. She is survived by her loving family, husband of 37 years, Edward Sharpe, Jr.; children, Sheila (Phillip), Willard (Olga), Lee (Laura), Forest (Donna), Edward, III (Keri), and David; stepchildren, Tammy and Kelly; several brothers and sisters; 29 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. There will be a visitation on Sunday, November 9, 2014 from 2:00-4:00 pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Monday, November 10, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the Funeral Home.