Sharon L. Keefner, 73, of Great Barrington passed away July 11, 2020, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Born Feb. 11, 1947, she was the daughter of the late James and Lillian Hubbell Kane. She lived her entire life in Great Barrington and graduated from the former Searles High School. She later worked as a social worker for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. She married Edward Keefner Sept. 6, 1969, and they enjoyed 50 years of marriage together. Sharon and Ed loved to travel and spend time at the ocean. They especially enjoyed spending quality time with their two children and six grandchildren. Sharon was an avid reader and shared many good times with their wide circle of friends.
A loving wife, Sharon leaves her husband, Edward. She was also a loving mother to her children Shannon Wellauer Devergilio and husband Robert, and son Brian Keefner and wife Colleen Torrant. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren Kayne and Keegan Wellauer, Brady and Kealy Devergilio, and Aden and Devon Keefner. She is survived by sisters Sandra Febbroriello and husband Tony, Susan Kane, and Leslie Hersey. Sharon was predeceased by her parents and her two brothers, Richard and Michael Kane.
Calling hours for the late Sharon Keefner will be Friday, July 17, 2020, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to either the Great Barrington or Monterey fire departments in care of Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home, 426 Main St., Great Barrington, MA. 01230. To send remembrances to the family, go to www.finnertyandstevens.com.
