Michael Sharpe
Michael Sharpe of Woburn died peacefully at home on July 21 with his wife by his side. Michael was 71 years old. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne Granfield from Woburn. Michael was born and raised in New York. He was the beloved son of Paul Sharpe and Miriam (Frisch) Sharpe. He graduated high school in New York and went on to attend Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. Michael pursued a career in the shoe business on the wholesale end. He worked for several companies always saying he enjoyed Timberland the most. In Michael’s travels work took him to Boston where he met the love of his life Jeanne who on their very first date called her “J” and so the love affair began. They did some traveling through the years as well as several cruises. Their most recent trip was to the Amalfi Coast which stole their heart. They had always hoped some day to return to Italy.
Michael leaves his beloved wife Jeanne Granfield of Woburn as well as all her family, his daughter Kasey Petrazio and her husband Erica Petrazio from Pittsburgh PA,Jonathan Shape and his wife Alexis Sharpe from Charlotte NC, his grandchildren Maddie, Lucas, and Finn Petrazio and Roman and Cecilia Sharpe. Also his special friend Richie Cheroff who supported and comforted Michael through his entire journey.
Michael will be celebrated in a quiet ceremony with his family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to PurpeStride: PanCan.org
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Jeanne…….this is just shocking. I am so sad to read this. Although we did not know you and Michael for long. Our short lived friendship was so FANTASTIC. You and Michael turned a cruise into a …………….bestie fest.
May his memory be a blessing.
Jeanne…….if you are ever this far south……..please come to visit and stay a day or three!
Jeanne I am so sorry for your loss.
Jeanne,
So sorry for your loss. There are no words, hold his memory tight and your grandchildren tighter!
Jeanne.. sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. Much love and hugs.
May God bless you and cover you in His peace during this time.
I’m sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Jeanne & Michael’s family. May your memories of Michael stay close to you Heart ♥️
Jeanne,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May your memories and your family sustain you through the coming days. You will be in my prayers.
Dear Jeanne,
My heart is heavy with this news of your loss of Michael. I send you and all of your family love, strength, and prayers during his time of great loss.
Beautiful Tribute to Michael- a very interesting and engaging man . I’m so glad I got a chance to see you both together , from when a bunch of us crashed your wedding and through these past few years- a great ‘duo’ …. Until you meet each other again Jeanne, deepest condolences, love Michelle Robbat
A very interesting and engaging man . I’m so glad I got a chance to see you both together , from when a bunch of us crashed your wedding and through these past few years- a great ‘duo’ …. Until you meet each other again Jeanne, deepest condolences, love Michelle Robbat
Jeannie, my heart is heavy with the sad news of Michael’s passing. May God lift you up and continue to give you and your family strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeanne I’m so sorry for your loss. Michael was always a good listener and I enjoyed our times together at your home.
Love you sista
Jeanne – words can not express how sorry I am to read about your husband Michael. I never met him but I know he was a good man because he was with you. Love and prayers!!