Michael D. “Mike” Sharp

Last Updated on May 18, 2025 by Cass County Communication Network

Michael D. “Mike” Sharp, 46, of Kokomo, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at his home in Kokomo.  He was born June 12, 1978, in Albuquerque NM to Roger and Susan (Claxton) Sharp. 

Mike was a 1996 graduate of Lewis Cass High School in Walton.  He was employed with Atkor in Kokomo and worked as a Prototype Technician.  He enjoyed music and played taps with his trumpet for many memorial services.  He was always learning and loved to read.

Surviving family include his parents, Roger and Susan Sharp of Galveston; his aunts and uncles, Alan (Patty) Claxton of Walton; Diane (James) Upton of Logansport; David (Heather) Claxton of Kokomo and several cousins.   He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Carrie and Doyle Sharp and Avery “Howard” and Elizabeth Claxton.

Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2025, at Murray Weaver Funeral Home in Galveston with services to follow at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, with Pastor Bill Duncan officiating.  Burial will follow at Walton IOOF Cemetery.   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kokomo Rescue Mission in Mike’s memory.   Murray Weaver Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.  www.murrayweaverfuneralhome.com