Sharon L. Gueths, 77, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sept. 22, 1943, in Wausau to the late Alfred and Alice (Steffen) Mielke. Sharon attended school in Wausau.
On Dec. 28, 1991, Sharon was united in marriage to James Gueths in Oshkosh. This year, the couple would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. She was a member of Peace United Church of Christ. Sharon loved surrounding herself with family and friends. Her weeks were filled with her cherished friends from bridge clubs and Friday night cards.
Sharon’s infectious laugh, happiness and smile always brought joy and life wherever she was. Once a year, you knew you could find her in the kitchen, baking her famous grand champion cheesecakes and bakery items galore for the Shawano County Fair. Sharon’s life was filled with joy and many special moments with her dedicated and loving husband.
Survivors include her husband, James Gueths, of Shawano; her children, Greg (Pam) Jaenke and Stephanie (Mark) Ziebell; her stepchildren, Jeff (Ellen) Gueths, Jennifer (Travis) Thede and Michelle (Scot) Harenburg; her grandchildren, Logan Gueths, Caleb Gueths, Beau Riley Gueths, Hannah Thede, Lauren Thede, Rachel Thede, Romey Harenburg, Emily Jaenke, Allie Ziebell and Austin Ziebell; her brother, Jim (Joan) Mielke; and nephews.
A memorial service for Sharon was held Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral Service in Shawano. Richard Menning officiated.
In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials are preferred to the Shawano County Humane Society in Sharon’s name.
Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.
Sharon L. Gueths
