07/21/2026
Katheryn LaMuriel Sharp, lovingly known as LaMuriel and "Mowo" to her grandchildren and great grandchildren, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, at the age of 87.
Born on September 24, 1938, in Madisonville, TX, to Truett and Louise (Jones) Wester, LaMuriel was a lifelong Texan whose greatest joys were her faith, her family, and the simple blessings of home. She graduated from Madisonville High School and, on March 23, 1957, married the love of her life, R. Datus Sharp. Together they shared a devoted marriage until his passing.
LaMuriel embraced her calling as a homemaker, banker’s wife, mother, and grandmother. She created a home filled with love, kindness, grace, and unwavering support for those she cherished. Nothing brought her greater happiness than spending time with Datus, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
She found joy in all the many daily excursions she and Datus enjoyed together whether it involved hunting, fishing, golf or the horse races - they were devoted to each other. She was the ultimate caretaker and loved tending to her flowers, watching the birds outside her window, and appreciating God’s beauty in nature. Her Madisonville High School yearbook described her as “An All-American girl that radiates joy,” a sentiment that remained true throughout her life. She greeted each day with a warm smile, an optimistic spirit, and a generous heart. One of her greatest pleasures was giving gifts at Christmas and on...
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