Sharon Kaye Littlejohn
December 17, 1941 — June 23, 2026
Sharon Littlejohn
Des Moines, Iowa
Sharon Kaye Littlejohn, 84, passed away on June 23, 2026 at Valley View Village in Des Moines. She was born on December 17, 1941, in Iowa City, Iowa and raised by her adoptive parents, Fred and Dorothy Glover.
Sharon loved to travel, and Disney World being one of her favorites She was a piano and organ player for many local churches. Sharon enjoyed watching Sci-Fi and 50’s movies, most recently Hallmark movies. You could often times hear her singing and humming. Sharon was a fan of Studebaker cars. She was known for taking care of the neighborhood animals.
Sharon is survived by her husband, Dennis; son, Mark (Kathy) Littlejohn; sister-in-law, Phyllis (Tom) Tucker; along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her adoptive parents and biological mother, Delores Elliott.
A Celebration of Life honoring Sharon will be held at a later date. Additional details regarding the location and time will be shared in the coming days.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Highland Park Christian Church, 4260 NW 6th Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50313, in loving memory of Sharon.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Lynne Murphy
07/03/2026
Denny, Mark, and family: My condolences to you on the occasion of Sharon’s passing. I have fond memories of her from church. May God give you strength and comfort in the days to come.
Lynne Murphy
Susan Kearney
07/01/2026
Denny,
You and Sharon are a very special couple.
I am so sorry for your and Mark’s loss.
Sue
Bev (Barsness) Claxton
06/30/2026
Roger and I are so sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. You two were fantastic neighbors to my parents. After dad passed away, you were always watching out for mom even to the final ambulance ride to the hospital.
Deborah Hamm
06/30/2026
Denny, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending you a hug and prayer.
Debi
Jeff and Luann Rowat
06/30/2026
Denny and Mark,
We send our loving thoughts with care and compassion in your loss. So many good and happy memories! Know that she was loved by many, and is with the Angels now. May Our Lord Jesus Christ wrap his loving arms around you in comfort during this most difficult time.
Mary Van Horn
06/28/2026
Mark & Denny
May you find peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead. My thoughts are with you. I so enjoyed visiting with Sharon. Will missing those fabulous lemon bars. No one could do them like she did. Peace be with you both.
Mark Littlejohn or Little Son
06/26/2026
I was your “little son” until middle school when I quickly outgrew you, and then dad. My title became an inside joke between the three of us. As time wore on, you became my “little mom”.
You were always there and I was blessed to have you as my mom. I will always remember our weekly trips to Woolworth’s at Highland Park Mall for a hot dog in the summers. Making me a “fry-up” for breakfast before I’d go into work at Dahl’s. Supporting me and encouraging me when life would knock me down.
You are free now, little mom. Free of the chains of Parkinson’s. Free from all the medical issues. Walking with Jesus now. I will love you always.
Mindy Shrum
06/26/2026
♥️Sharon♥️
Sharon lovingly became known as "the dress lady" on Magnolia. Sharon had a wonderful sense of humor, making the long days more tolerable.
Denny, thank you for being a testament of "in sickness and in health". Your daily presence was a beautiful example of love and loyalty. From the little red straw in your pocket to filling her cup with pop daily to feeding her, walking her to meals and countless other ways you showed up for your wife. You have inspired all of us.
I'll never forget the day I found Denny reading passages from Sharons travel journal. He would read them outloud, they laughed and reminisced. It inspired me to start my own travel journal. I think about Denny and Sharon every time I put new memories on paper.
Magnolia was blessed to have Sharon and Denny join our family. Denny, we all wish you peace and happiness in the future.
Rest in peace Miss Sharon.
I love you,
♥️Mindy (nurse at VVV)
Mindy Shrum
06/26/2026