Leaving music in her wake, Sharon Kay (Schimmer) (Jensen) Maret, 80, former Grand Island resident, left this life for the next on December 7, 2023 at the Central Nebraska Veterans Home. The day did, however, bring an end to Sharon's long struggle with dementia. The disease robbed much, but never stole her good nature or her loving smile. A private family service will be held, with interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Your thoughts may be given at www.curranfuneralchapel.com under Sharon's obituary. Curran Funeral Chapel is assisting the family. Sharon was born on September 30, 1943 in Grand Island, NE to Emil and Ella Jean (Sherrard) Schimmer. Sharon grew up on the family farm in South Grand Island. Sharon did not meet her dad until she was four years old due to Emil, her dad, being deployed in Australia for WWII. Survivors include, daughters, Jennifer (Charley), Louisville, CO and Staci, Valley, NE. Five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Sharon also leaves behind five stepchildren and their families from her marriage to Richard Jensen. Additional survivors include a sister, Jan and Larry Johansen of Minden, NE and a brother Randy and Brenda Schimmer of Grand Island, NE. Sharon worked for Husker Construction for over 31 years. Sharon used her farming skills to provide great service to local farmers. She was an accomplished cook and seamstress. Sharon made clothes for her kids and Halloween costumes every year. Sharon hosted many holiday get-togethers at her home. She welcomed every grandkid and neighbor throughout the years with open arms. Sharon was united in marriage to the love of her life, Richard Jensen for over 40 years. Richard and Sharon spent many years fishing, hunting, raising English Spaniels, and camping at Sherman reservoir. They traveled to Hawaii, Portugal, and Italy. Sharon enjoyed waltz's, polkas, and played the accordion and electric organ. Sharon was an adventurous, kind hearted, and loving person to anyone who came into her life. Sharon was a lifetime member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. In addition to Richard, Sharon was predeceased in death by Ken Maret (united in marriage from 2017 to 2022) and a step-son, David Jensen. If you feel inclined, donate to a cause of your choice. Sharon was generous with her time, resources and talent and gave with a song in her heart. Private Family Memorial