Larry Sharpe Obituary Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2021. He was born in Statesville, N. C. to the late Zebulon Vance Sharpe and Zelda Belle Austin Sharpe and was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Angy Culpepper Sharpe. Larry graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1954. Following graduation, he joined the United States Army and was stationed at the Deep Creek Nike site from 1954-58. He attended the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary and majored in Biology and Chemistry and received his M. D. degree at the Medical College of Virginia. He practiced Dermatology for 43. 5 years in Norfolk and Portsmouth and for many of those years ran bi-weekly clinics at DePaul Hospital, the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters, and Norfolk General Hospital. He was active in local organizations he belonged to: American Academy of Dermatology, The Seaboard Medical Association of Virginia and North Carolina, Norfolk Academy of Medicine, Portsmouth Academy of Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, North Suffolk Social Club, North Suffolk Rotary Club and served a term as President of Child and Family Services in the early 70s. Outside of the office Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, a good round of golf, and family gatherings. He is survived by his son Harry L. Sharpe of Antioch, TN, daughter India Sharpe Meissel (Howard) of Battery Park, VA, grandchildren Austin Meissel and Brandon Sharpe, his brother William Sharpe (JoAnn), sisters Ann Bright and Sue Gillenwater, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 11 am at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk VA by Rev. Kim Miller. The family will receive friends in the funeral home on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 6 to 7:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc., 26345 Network Place, Chicago, IL 60673-1263. www.rmhc.org. Condolences may be registered online at RWBakerFH.com. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=Larry+Sharpe&page1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/larry-sharpe-obituary?id11135495 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/Larry-Odell-Sharpe/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe passed away on 31 May 2021. He was a dedicated dermatologist who practiced for over 43 years, actively involved in local medical organizations. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, and siblings, leaving behind a legacy of service and family. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A funeral service for Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe was held on 5 June 2021. The family received friends on 4 June 2021. Burial details are not known. ### The Edited Obituary Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe went to be with the Lord on 31 May 2021. He was born in Statesville, N.C. to the late Zebulon Vance Sharpe and Zelda Belle Austin Sharpe and was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Angy Culpepper Sharpe. Larry graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1954. Following graduation, he joined the United States Army and was stationed at the Deep Creek Nike site from 1954 to 1958. He attended the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary and majored in Biology and Chemistry and received his M.D. [Doctor of Medicine] degree at the Medical College of Virginia. He practiced dermatology for 43.5 years in Norfolk and Portsmouth, and for many of those years ran biweekly clinics at DePaul Hospital, the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, and Norfolk General Hospital. He was active in local organizations he belonged to: American Academy of Dermatology, the Seaboard Medical Association of Virginia and North Carolina, Norfolk Academy of Medicine, Portsmouth Academy of Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, North Suffolk Social Club, North Suffolk Rotary Club, and served a term as President of Child and Family Services in the early '70s. Outside of the office, Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, a good round of golf, and family gatherings. He is survived by his son Harry L. Sharpe of Antioch, TN, daughter India Sharpe Meissel (Howard) of Battery Park, VA, grandchildren Austin Meissel and Brandon Sharpe, his brother William Sharpe (JoAnn), sisters Ann Bright and Sue Gillenwater, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc., 26345 Network Place, Chicago, IL 60673-1263. www.rmhc.org. Condolences may be registered online at RWBakerFH.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe | |---------|-------------------------------------| | Age | 87 years | | Birth | 1934 (estimated); Statesville, N.C. | | Death | 31 May 2021; Unknown | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------|-----------------------|--------------------------------| | Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe | Decedent | Unknown | | Angy Culpepper Sharpe | Spouse | -- | | Zebulon Vance Sharpe | Parent | -- | | Zelda Belle Austin Sharpe | Parent | -- | | Harry L. Sharpe | Child | Antioch, TN | | India Sharpe Meissel | Child | Battery Park, VA | | Austin Meissel | Grandchild | -- | | Brandon Sharpe | Grandchild | -- | | William Sharpe | Sibling | -- | | Ann Bright | Sibling | -- | | Sue Gillenwater | Sibling | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Dr. Larry Odell Sharpe practiced dermatology for 43.5 years in Norfolk and Portsmouth. 2. He ran biweekly clinics at DePaul Hospital, the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, and Norfolk General Hospital. 3. He was active in several local organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Seaboard Medical Association of Virginia and North Carolina. 4. Larry served a term as President of Child and Family Services in the early 1970s. 5. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, golfing, and family gatherings.