Sharon K. Stone

It is with broken hearts and abiding love that we announce the passing of Sharon Kay Stone. Sharon passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, at the age of 83, after a courageous 12-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Though our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in knowing she was surrounded by the love of her family and welcomed into eternal peace.

Sharon was born on January 2, 1943, in Springfield, Missouri, to Johnnie and Gladys Brumley. She grew up in Springfield and graduated from Central High School in 1961, where she was a proud member of the Kiltie Drum Corps.

Sharon devoted 25 years to Central High School, where she faithfully served in the Principal’s Office as a secretary until her retirement in 1985. But her greatest life’s work was not measured in years of service or titles held—it was found in the quiet, steady ways she cared for others. Through her church, she lovingly visited shut-ins, delivered communion, and offered food, clothing, and transportation to those facing hardship. She also quietly supported domestic violence shelters through generous donations of money, clothing, and furniture, never seeking recognition, only hoping to ease someone else’s burden.

In 1966, Sharon married William “Bud” Stone, and together they shared 45 years of marriage. They made their home in the golf course community of Fremont Hills, Missouri, where they built a life rooted in faith and family. One of Sharon’s greatest joys was being a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She and Bud poured their hearts into supporting their daughter, Melissa, through every season of life and every athletic passion—from competitive skating, youth softball, and cheerleading at Parkview High School to volleyball and track, and later collegiate athletics at Missouri Southern State University. Their love only grew as their family did, and Sharon delighted in her three grandsons, Cameron Hurst, Brandon Beavers, and Ryan Beavers. She and Bud treasured the many weekends spent traveling to cheer them on in football, basketball, soccer, baseball, and countless other events. Those moments were never just games to Sharon—they were treasured opportunities to be present, to encourage, and to love her family well. The memories made in those stands, on those fields, and in the miles traveled together will remain precious in the hearts of those who loved her.

Sharon had a gift for creating order, beauty, and comfort in everyday life. Her love of cleanliness was so well known that the family often joked you could eat off her garage floor, and that memory will always bring a smile. In her quieter moments, she found joy in sitting on the beach in Panama City, Florida, during spring break with a Danielle Steel novel in hand. But more than anything, Sharon showed her love through service. She cared for others in the most tender and practical way, cleaning, doing laundry, running errands, preparing for needs before anyone asked, and faithfully walking beside family members through illness, hardship, and grief.

More than anything else, Sharon loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her faith was the quiet strength that carried her through every season of life, and she never hesitated to share that hope with others. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faithfulness, compassion, and selfless care that will continue to live on in all who know her. She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Melissa “Missy” Beavers and son-in-law, Larry Beavers, of Overland Park, Kansas; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Luanne Brumley, of Springfield, Missouri; grandson and wife, Cameron and Heather Hurst, of Nixa, Missouri; grandson and wife, Brandon and Josie Beavers, of Lenexa, Kansas; and her three great-grandchildren, along with beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud Stone; her sisters, Patricia Withers of Springfield, Missouri, and Shirley Watson of Mount Vernon, Missouri; and her grandson, Ryan Beavers. Though she is no longer with us in this life, the love she gave will remain in our hearts forever.

A memorial service will be held at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home on June 27, 2026, at 3pm at 14275 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, Kansas 66062. A reception will follow at the home of Larry and Missy Beavers.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Sunrise of Overland Park Memory Care for the love and support they provided from 2024 to 2026, staff at Ascend Hospice, as well as to the staff of the University of Kansas Olathe Medical Center and the Hospice House of KU Med Olathe Campus for their compassionate care and guidance during Sharon’s final days. Your kindness, tenderness, and dedication brought comfort in a time of deep sorrow, and your care will always be remembered with sincere gratitude.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Hospice House, 15310 S. Marlon Street, Olathe, Kansas 66061, in loving memory of Sharon Stone.