Fred Sharkey
October 27, 2023
Fred Sharkey, 59; of Oswego passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at home surrounded by his family after enduring a long illness.
He was born in Oswego, NY to the late Earl and Barbara (Hill) Sharkey. Fred was a resident of the Town of Oswego for most of his life.
He retired from SUNY Oswego having worked in the HVAC Department for 32 years. Fred loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed the outdoors and as a hiker Fred had wonderful experiences and memories of hiking many mountains and high peaks. Fred also liked attending and cheering on his nieces and nephews during their hockey and soccer games.
He is survived by his wife of Laurie Sharkey of Oswego, Kristina (Cassie Malone) Sharkey of Oswego, and Ashley (Matthew) Sherman-Oswego; granddaughter: Hayley Sherman; 7 siblings: Earl (Brenda) Sharkey of Red Creek, NY; Beth (Ross) Younglove of Red Creek, NY; Barry (Dina) Sharkey of Oswego, Brad (Raeann) Sharkey of Oswego, Brenda Sharkey of FL, Greg (Christina) Sharkey of Oswego, Mark (Jenn) Sharkey of Red Creek, NY and several nieces and nephews.
Calling Hours and Funeral Services will be held privately. Burial will be private.
The Sugar & Scanlon Funeral Home, 147 W. 4th St., Oswego has care of the arrangements.
Freddie,
You will be missed buddy. Remembering all the great times, fishing, sliding, playing hockey and time spent riding around in the “Yellow Bird”. Laurie and the entire family sorry for your loss.
Dan Furman
Fred was a good friend and most importantly a great teammate. We enjoyed many great times together and had many laughs. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Once a Buc always a Buc! 1993!
My deepest condolences on Freddy’s passing. May your happy memories bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Laurie, Kristina and Ashley, Sue and I are very sorry for your loss. May all your memories of this first class husband, dad and son sustain you during this difficult time. Rest in peace Fred, your job in this world was very well done.
I feel your loss deep in my heart. I loved Fred and have many great memories of him. Praying for you all.
Freddie,
You will be missed. We shared fond memories up North, especially when you brought back a chicken. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
I will forever cherish our friendship & laughter we shared together working at S.U.N.Y.C.O. I was heartbroken to hear Fred passed away. Laurie, Vicky & I send you our condolences to you & family.