Sharon Lee Sommerkamp, 72, of Brandon, Florida, passed away on February 27, 2025. She was born on May 2, 1952 to Floy Simonton and Martha Jones Simonton in Tampa, Florida.

Sharon was born and raised in Florida, developing a lifelong love for the beautiful beaches. After graduating high school, Sharon received her Bachelor's degree in nursing from USF. She devoted her life to helping others, especially children. She loved children. She did so much for her community and the children around her. Sharon also enjoyed reading. She was a big reader and was a librarian for many years at her church.

Sharon was lovingly called the cat lady by many. Most people earn that endearment by having multiple cats but Sharon earned that title because she really loved cats and collected a lot of cat memorabilia. She also liked to collect dolls and was a huge fan of Dolly Parton. Sharon and her husband Stephen liked to travel and take trips to the Carolinas. They would stay in cabins and let the peaceful scenery take them over.

Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Stephen, her two sons, Scott and Robert, grandchildren, Brooke and Skyla, and great grandchild, Amber. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Marlene.

There will be a visitation held for Sharon on Wednesday, March 5 at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home (6919 Providence Road, Riverview, FL 33578) from 12 pm to 1 pm with a service to start at 1 pm and a graveside service will follow at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park.