1938 – 2019

Sharon Martin, born in South Dakota in 1938 and a resident of La Crescenta for over 40 years, lost her 12-year battle with cancer on July 22 at her home, surrounded by family. She is survived by her longtime partner, Rudy Dremely; two sisters, Donna Kaufman and Jill Keenan; two daughters, Kimberly Nida and Paula Warner; niece and nephew, Karen Hooper and Keven Gravier; three grandchildren, Kathryne Nida Albers, Richard Nida and Maxx Warner; and great grandson, Mason Albers. 

Sharon retired from the United States Post Office after 35 years of service with over 100 awards, accommodations and achievements. She was an avid wood worker completing incredibly beautiful projects that she sold at craft fairs such as the Prom Plus Holiday Boutique. She square danced for over 40 years, belonged to several clubs including the Lamplighters, B&B and Sets & Steps, and she was a member and volunteer at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum in Vista, California since 1985 where she volunteered in several locations. She was the Museum’s treasurer for several years along with volunteering in the Snack Shack and making grain sacks. Sharon served on the Crescenta Valley Town Council for many years, volunteered for AARP during tax season helping set appointments, and was on the California Election Board as a poll worker. Sharon belonged to a knitting group and the Pasadena Senior Center where she did strength training.

A celebration of life will be held at the La Crescenta Woman’s Club on Aug. 24 from noon to 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Sharon’s name to Ronald McDonald House or St. Jude’s Hospital, two of her favorite charities.