Published January 15, 2021

MELROSE — Sharon L. (Piper) Charbonnier, 75, of Melrose, passed away at the Kaplan Family Hospice House on Jan. 7, 2021. 

Sharon was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., and a graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy and Trinity College.

She resided in Melrose for many years and worked at Royce Mailing Services in Melrose.

Sharon loved to crochet and solve puzzles. She enjoyed traveling and volunteering at her church and many other causes.

Sharon was the beloved wife of David K. Charbonnier. Loving mother of Matthew D. Charbonnier of Stoneham and the late David M. Charbonnier. Caring sister of Madeleine Passerini of Alabama and the late Maryellen Hobbs. Lifelong friends of Nancy Kennedy of Everett and Judy Player of Arlington. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends.

Due to the current health crisis, funeral services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Sharon’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 South Danny Thomas Blvd., Memphis, TN 38105. For obituary and to sign online condolence, visit www.gatelyfh.com