"To the James Family: We wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that we were greatly saddened to hear of your loss. We pray that you will find comfort and peace in the days to come. You are in our prayers."
In loving memory of
Sharon Denise James Coriander
December 8, 1954 - May 7, 2010
Sharon Denise James Coriander age 55 of Newport, Rhode Island went to be with our Lord on Friday, May 7, 2010. Sharon was born on December 8, 1954, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was a member of Community Baptist Church in Newport RI for 25 years; she was also an active member of the NAACP and VFW Auxiliary Post 1268. Sharon was a graduate of the Class of 1973 from Rogers High School. She then received a degree from secretarial school. Sharon lived in New York City for 12 years. While in New York she worked for Republic National Banks legal department before returning to Newport. She was employed as a legal sectary by Edwards and Angell of Providence before contracting polymyositis. Sharon is preceded in death by father, Rev. William Armstrong, uncles Leroy and William James, aunt Jewell James, cousins Barbara and Leroy James Jr. and former husband Keith Coriander. She is survived by; mother, Ruth Armstrong, of Newport RI brother Ronald Vicki James of Providence RI, nephew, Derek Lisa Mabray and great niece Morgan Mabray of Cranston RI, cousins, Robert Lee Annetta, Alvin and David James of Knoxville, Tennessee, friends Phillip and Joanne Coriander of Newport RI, and a host of family and friends. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at 12:00PM, in the Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard, Newport. Burial will be in Newport Memorial Park in Middletown.Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 11:00AM-12:00PM in the church.Donations in her memory may be made to the Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard, Newport, RI 02840.
Tributes
"I went to school with Sharon at Rogers High in 1971. I was in a military family so we moved around a lot. I only knew Sharon for a brief time but it was definitely a pleasure! I just found out about her illness and homegoing a few days ago. To her family you have my deepest condolences, just as you will miss her so will I. God Bless You all and you are in my prayers. Gwendolyn Green"
"Mrs. Armstrong and family, You know Sharon and I were the best of friends all through our school years. We had the best of times, and my heart broke when I learned of her. Rest in God's solace my good friend. I will miss you. Monica Walker"
"To Ruth & Family, Our prayers are with you and family during this time. May you find peace and comfort in knowning that God Our Father will give you the strength to carry on. Sincerely, Officer and Members of the Newport County NAACP"
"You know, I really have peace knowing Sharon is not suffering no more. I have peace that Sharon was brought up in a Godly household. I have peace in knowing she is alright now. Miss you, love you. Toni"
"Mrs Armstong Please know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time. Sharon became a very special friend of mine through the years. I'm going to miss our phone calls, dinner dates and most of all the good times, and laughs we got to share. I will miss her dearly. I know she is no longer suffering and is at peace. Rest in peace, my dear friend. Gaynell"
"Dear Mrs Armstrong and family of Sharon. I know my dear friend Sharon is in our Lords arms resting peacefully. We go back many years in friendship. Sharon will be missed tremendously. She was always a good hearted person. She always said I could make her have a good laugh. That's what friends are for. Rest peacefully my friend, and God Bless you. ♥ Monica"
"Armstrong Family, We send our sincere sympathy and condolences and keep you in our prayers."
"Armstrong Family May the good Lord keep you safe and warm during these hard times. Your Angel is sleeping softly now. She is in good hands. I will miss Sharon so much. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers will always be with you."
"Ruth, I'm here to share in your sadness of losing Sharon and the joy of knowing that she is resting in peace. A butterfly lands near us and for a brief moment its beauty belongs to our world...but then it flies on again and though we wish it could have stayed we feel ever so lucky to have seen it. We will miss Sharon but God knew best."
"Ms. Armstrong, So sorry to hear about the lost of your precious daughter, but always remember "Within your heart and memory, Sharon will always be close by you. Love, Debbie J"
"To the Family of Sharon: May God give you the strength that you need at this difficult time. May the memories of Sharon fill your heart. Rest in Peace Sharon. Always, Christine"
"Ruth, My deepest sympathy goes to you and the rest of your family at this time. I hope that you are okay. I will always remember the times that we shared at NEX and meeting/seeing Sharon when she came to visit. Love, Linda Ottiano"
"To the friends and family of Sharon, Please accept our sincere condolences, Sharon will be missed. She was such a sweet lady!! Ellen And Jenn Social Workers at Berkshire Place Nursing and Rehab"
"Mrs Armstrong, On behalf of my Mother Mrs Mary Rogers, we send our heartfelt condolences. Our prayers are with you"
"To my dear friend Sharon, I will miss so much. It has been a long journey but know you can take a long deep breath of fresh air. To Ma, Ronnie and Derek & family may God wrap his arms around you to comfort you at this time of sadness, my heart and prayers are with all of you. Love Debra"
"Sharon - Rest in Peace. You will be missed. I know God has you in his loving arms."
"Mrs. Armstrong & Family My heartfelt condolences to the family. Sharon was like one of the Ardrey family and we miss her dearly. R.I.P. my sister. Diane"
"A friend is someone who is a good listener, a confidant, to share daily lives circumstances with, enjoying the ups and the downs of life with. A valued friend will show sympathy, empathy, honesty, and understanding. Sharon has been there for me, throughout it all, at least by phone and back in the day of living in Brooklyn, Hanging out with TOT, we share amazing stories and many memories. I cannot say, what it means to me to have heard her laugh, over the phone when she called me at work last week, I will keep that memory of my last conversation in my heart forever and smile - Great memories of a good friend...Gone too soon. Miss ya lots! Love Keiko"
"To the James Family I am sending my sincere condolences to you at this time. Sharon was a very sweet person and will always be in my memories. Much love to you always. Peace be with you."