Loving wife, mom & grandma, Sharon Kretzschmar, passed away suddenly following surgery on August 2, 2007. Sharon was born on September 4th, 1945 in Wichita KS. She has resided in Missouri since 1972, making the city home for her young family. She found a soul mate & best friend in her husband of 19 years, Dave. She was a devoted mom and grandma taking time to share in special moments with each child. Her caring way and kind heart will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her Father Howard Greep and her Grandson KC Evans. Survivors include Husband Dave Kretzschmar, Daughters Kandi, Dana, Shelley & Tracy. Son Todd. Mother Marjorie Greep. Sisters Betty, Diane & Anita, Brothers Jim, Rob & Rick. Grandchildren Michael, Donovan, Jacqueline, Katelyn & Kassidy. Great Grandchildren Kaylin & Jack. Extended family & friends grieve this loss with us. Services will be held on Tuesday, August 7th at Longview Funeral Home & Cemetery 12700 S. Raytown Rd. KC, MO. Visitation from 1-2 pm, service following.(Arrangements by: Newcomer's Longview Funeral Home, 816-761-6272)