Sharon Mae Stoudt, 85, formerly of Erie, IL, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL.
Sharon was born October 26, 1940, in Prophetstown, IL, the daughter of E. Allan and Elna Mae (Lawrence) Border. She graduated from Erie High School in 1958. Sharon grew up working in the family business, Border’s Dairy Bar in Erie. She married Thomas Stoudt on April 25, 1969, in Erie. She worked for a time at John Deere and owned a flower shop in Erie years ago. Following Tom’s retirement, they enjoyed traveling the Country in their RV.
Sharon had many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. She cared deeply for all of them and loved keeping up with their sports and activities. In her later years she enjoyed crocheting and working puzzles.
She is survived by her siblings, Beth (Clyde) Kramer, Erie, Lynn (Donna) Border, Morrison, Wanda Keegan, Fenton; sister-in-law, Cindy Border, Ankeny, IA; several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tom; brothers, Kent and Lauren Border; brother-in-law, Michael Keegan; sister-in-law, Carol Border.
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Private Graveside services will be held at the Rock Island National Cemetery, Rock Island, IL.
Gibson – Bode Funeral Home, Erie, IL, is assisting the family with arrangements.