Sharon E. Shaw Adams, daughter of Patsy Shaw-Harris and Cleveland Johnson “EC” was born on December 2, 1970, in Raleigh, NC. She departed this life and went home to be with Jesus peacefully on January 5, 2023.

Sharon graduated from Fuquay-Varina High School, class of 1989. During her high school years, she played basketball, and baseball, and served on the homecoming court her sophomore, junior, and senior years. In 1990, Sharon was offered a job at Fidelity Bank by former Mayor John Byrne, and from that opportunity, she continued to serve the Fuquay community as one of the greatest bank tellers for over thirty years. During this time, she built a great rapport with her customers whether it was remembering their birthdays or making sure their children left with a great treat. In 2014, she helped bring First Bank to the Fuquay community, and without her expertise and knowledge, the bank would not have been as successful in the community as it is today. During her time with First Bank, she received an award “Service Excellent Champions” which is the highest honor that First Bank awards to any employee. This is a multitude award that less than 5% of the total workforce has received.

Her legacy will forever be cherished by her son: Jeremy L Adams of Fuquay-Varina, NC; mother, Patsy Shaw-Harris of Youngsville, NC; father, Cleveland Johnson “EC” (Billie) of Fuquay-Varina, NC; two sisters, Tanika Ricks of Youngsville, NC, and Stacie Johnson of Coats, NC; three brothers, Christopher Shaw of Lillington, NC, Deon Johnson (Tonia) of Angier, NC, and Joseph Johnson (Liz) of Holly Springs, NC; aunts, Jaqueline Shaw Lanier of Holly Spring, NC, Bettie Williamson of Fuquay-Varina, NC, Barbara Lugo of Fayetteville, NC, Gwendolyn Lewis of Las Vegas, NV, and Cathy Amoh of Fuquay-Varina, NC; nephews, Mack, Jordan, Maurian, Khalil, Deondre, Rhykeem, Jordon, Jaydon, Josiah, and Jakobi; nieces, Alexis, Yazmen, and Yana; great-nieces, Jahirah and Alivia; great-nephews, Cameron and Aiden; and one goddaughter, Lashonda Brown of Angier, NC, and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.

Sharon was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cathleen Stuart Shaw, Mack Shaw, Erma “Nessie” Johnson, Garland “Buddy” Johnson, and first cousin, Angela Lee.

Sharon was a beautiful soul and has left a remarkable memory in the community. She had a wonderful smile and genuine greeting that would make anyone’s day brighter. Her passion was huge as she was devoted to volunteerism and giving back. She enjoyed doing puzzles, cooking, and bowling. Sharon was an active member of the following: United States Bowling Congress, the Underground Bowling Association (UBA) representing High Octane and a staff member of UBA for 4 years, District Treasurer., The National Bowling Association, and QB Tournament director for 8 years. She was the first woman in a long time to bowl a 300 in Women’s Turtles tournament at Brunswick National Lanes in Augusta, GA. Her bowling nickname was “Slow Motion”.

Visitation 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday, January 13, 2023 at Fuquay - Varina Baptist Church in Fuquay -Varina, NC 27526

Memorial service will be held 12:00 pm Friday, January 13, 2023 at Fuquay - Varina Baptist Church, 301 N. Woodrow Street in Fuquay - Varina, NC 27526.

Masks are encouraged when attending the Visitation and or Memorial service.