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Sharon Denise Tolliver

07/07/1966 - 05/16/2025

Obituary For Sharon Denise Tolliver

Sharon Tolliver, 58, passed on Friday, May 16, 2025 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. James Q. Smith, officiating. Burial to follow in Evening Sunset Cemetery. Public viewing is 1:00 5:00 p.m. EST on Monday, May 26, 2025.

Sharon Denise Adams Tolliver was born on July 7, 1966, in Russell County, Alabama, to Sadie Adams and the late John Adams, Jr. She entered eternal rest on May 16, 2025, at Saint Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.

Sharon accepted Christ at an early age and joined Providence Baptist Church. She later became a faithful member of True Devine Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Lorenzo Meadows. She graduated from Chavala High School in 1984. On September 23, 1989, she united in marriage with Willie J. Tolliver, Jr. with whom she shared a life of love and devotion.

A beloved wife, daughter, sister, and friend, Sharon pursued higher education at Troy State University, where she earned a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration. She dedicated over 30 years of service, to TSYS/ Global Payments, where she worked diligently as a Senior Client Analyst before retiring in 2021.

Sharon was known for her deep love for family and her passion for shopping. Her warm smile, infectious laughter, and thoughtful wisdom brought comfort and joy to all who knew her. Her presence will be deeply missed by both family and friends.

She was welcomed into eternal rest by her father, John Adams, Jr.; her father-in-law, Willie Tolliver; and her dearest cousin, Patrick Adams.

Sharon leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Willie J. Tolliver, Jr.; her mother, Sadie Adams; her sister, Phyllis Adams Day; her mother-in-law, Carrie Tolliver; her sister-in-law, Flora Miles; her brother-in-law, Derrick Tolliver; one aunt, Margaret Harris; and one uncle, Albert Phillips.

Although, she did not have children of her own, Sharon lovingly embraced the role of a second mother to her nieces and nephews: Michael Day (Tylynn), Lakeisha Day, Olivia Day, and Cedrick Miles, Jr. She was also a proud great-aunt to Kentavious, Malachi, Micah, and Messiah Day; Keyon, Kayden, and Kayson Williams; and Magdalene Heard; and a cherished great-great-aunt to Ja’Zai Hyman.

She also leaves behind a host of other relatives and dear friends who will forever remember her kindness, compassion, and gentle spirit. Sharon’s laughter and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Sharon is resting peacefully in the arms of her Savior, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and unwavering faith.


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Woke up this morning thinking about u Sharon my heart is so heavy today and tomorrow is your special day baby girl. Today is truly a day I need you here so I could talk and you would listen. I miss you so bad. I love ya. Rest on in peace.πŸ™πŸΏ

Lindsey Newsome

To the Tolliver Family Special Lady I memory Sharon always thought full a lovely smile I always see memories ,and sympathy to the Family Love Garrie Thomas Simmons and Family

Garry Thomas Simmons

To the Family of Sharon, we're sending our heartfelt condolences. She was such a sweet person and had such a lovely smile. May you all find comfort in your grief and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Prayerfully

Arternearn & Timothy Thornton

During this time of loss, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sharon spirit will forever shine through each of you, and her love will continue to guide your path.

Constance Spencer

Condolences to the Adams and Tolliver family. Sharon was a very good friend and classmate. I am truly Loss for words, 😒 Keeping everyone in prayer as the days and months go by asking God for healing and strength πŸ™πŸΎπŸ•ŠοΈβ€οΈ continue to rest in peace, our dear friend, always will love you and have a special place in heart for you. Linda L. Ivey Brooklyn, NY

Linda Ivey

Willie, Mrs. Adams, Phyllis (sister& classmate) and the entire Tolliver & Adams family. Please accept my most sincerest condolences. My heart is broken and words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your loved one and my dear friend Sharon. I met Sharon and Phyllis at St. Joseph's Elementary School and this forged a true and lifelong friendship that has lasted over 50 plus years despite life placing thousands of miles between us. I am so thankful that I got to see her last year in November as we had not seen each other in over 10yrs or more. I will always cherish that precious time spent and the memories associated. Although I am not able to be there with you in person, I will be with you in spirit. May God surround you with His loving comfort and fill you with not sadness but loving memories that you hold dear.

Vanessa Johnson-Holloway

Iove you and miss you this is a hard pill to swallow rest up chic until we meet again

Jessie Coleman

Blessings with heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family πŸ™πŸ½ I was saddened to hear of Sharon passing. I will miss her beautiful smile every Thursday in the salon for over 20 years. Our conversations and her sweet laughter. My neice gave her the nickname "cute shoes" I'm grateful that God allow our paths to cross. I have beautiful memories that I can always cherish. Sharon will be deeply missed. πŸ’•

Stephanie Jones

I am so saddened to hear of Sharon's passing. She was the sweetest soul who always greeted you with her beautiful smile. Sharon will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during their time of sorrow.

Constance Hunter

My condolences to the. family

Emma Sumbry

I have known Sharon for over 30 years, starting when I was just 17. From day one, she was easy to talk to, a good listener, and always gave good advice. We had so many great conversations over the years about life, work, and everything in between. I got her input on a lot of decisions that I made over the years. She was always a kind and caring person, the type of person that others relied on for guidance and support.

A few months ago, I ran into her outside a store in Columbus, and we ended up standing there in front of the store talking for close to an hour. It was the first time we had talked like that since she retired. She sounded like she was truly enjoying retirement. She was more than a coworker, she was a true friend. She meant a lot to a lot of people, and will truly be missed.

My heartfelt condolences to Willie and the rest of her family. You're in my thoughts during this difficult time.

Frank Horton

My sincere condolences and prayers to Willie, Ms. Sadie, Phyllis, and the rest of the Tolliver and Adams family. Sharon had a sweet spirit. After TSYS, we met while shopping. It was a delight to fellowship with her. May the Lord Jesus comfort each of you with His Peace. I Thessalonians 4:13 We will see Sharon again. Janice Holt and family

Janice Holt

My Beautiful cousin,classmate you will be missed.last time I seen you we was at St Joseph reunion.rest in peace in paradise.love you forever.

Bernice Hartman

My beautiful cousin, you will be missed dearly. I take comfort in knowing you are in good hands now. I will always cherish our memories together. You were so welcoming and brought so much joy to our holiday celebrations and birthdays. You will be forever missed. Until we meet again.

VANDESSA LANG

My heart is broken to hear of my friend Sharon's passing. My Prayers for her Family for strength, guidance and understanding as God heals your hearts. I will miss my friend and our going to long talks, concerts and lunch. Take your rest my friend/sister.

Susie Brantley

WILLIE, MS. SADIE, PHYLLIS THE ENTIRE TOLLIVER AND ADAMS FAMILY'S I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START BECAUSE MY HEART IS COMPLETELY BROKEN πŸ’” BUT I AM TRULY SORRY! ME AND SHARON HAS BEEN TOGETHER SINCE PRESCHOOL ALL THE WAY THROUGH LIFE. WE SHARE A LIFETIME OF UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS AND PRECIOUS MEMORIES! SHARON HAS A HEART OF GOLD I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH AND NEVER FORGET YOU MY FRIEND THE FRIENDSHIP AND THE LOVE WE SHARE AMONG EACH OTHER I WILL ALWAYS HOLD IT IN MY HEART ❀️ I LOVE YOU AND IT NEVER EVER STOP FLY HIGH WITH THE ANGELS MY FRIEND! GONE BUT NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ˜‡πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ˜‡πŸ•ŠοΈ

Catherine Lockhart Harris

Wille, Aunt Sadie and cousin Phyllis, words can't express our sorrow. Sharon was and will always be such a bright light. She will be greatly missed. From Aunt Polly and the rest of your Texas family we love you. Rest in peace in the arms of our heavenly father, and tell everyone in heaven hello. We will see you again.❀️. Angie, Richie, Polly (Margartet), Wanda, George & Ruth.

Angela Horace Nelson

May the Lord hold y'all hands as you walk down the road of sorrow.I will miss seeing Sharon at Dillards.Kathy (Turner) Anthony

Kathy Turner Anthony

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of our dear friend Sharon Adam Tolliver that can be never repaired with time.Life will not be the same for you I know. Praying for then entire family.Sharon was such a sweet and kind loving person always welcome us Melvin and I at her church whenever we attended. Sharon will be truly missed.β™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ™.

Melvin&Angelia Jackson Sr.

Angelia Torane Jackson

I would like to extend my deepest condolences, love,and prayers to The Adam and Tolliver Family during this time of our belove Sharon.Sharon was such a loving,kind,caring and generous person.She always had the biggest smile on her face.I met her at Tabernacle Church my brother was the Pastor there until his death Rev.Buford now we have Rev Meadows.Sharon will be greatly missed,she help everybody,you were not a stranger to her that's how she made me feel as I was a friend.Sharon get your rest babygirl,praying for your mom Sadie,sister Phyllis and your husband Willie.May God's peace,which surpasses all understanding,comfort your hearts and minds as navigate this difficult season.We stand with you in love, lifting you up in prayer, and holding you close in our thoughts. Carrie Kennedy β™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ™.

Angelia Torane Jackson

Wow, this one really hits home. Willie, Ms. Sadie, Phyllis (my classmate) and the entire Adams-Tolliver family. I have known and been friends with Sharon about as long as I've known myself. From our days at St. Joseph to this present time, our friendship, along with a few other friends have stood the test of time. As I write this and shed tears, we've always been there and have always supported each other in both good and bad times. I remember planning my 60th birthday party and discussing those sneakers with her; and she laughed saying "Neen, I got to find me some with some heels", because we all knew she loved your heels, whether she was casually dressed or dressed up! She wore them well! Family continue to look to the hills, from whence all your help comes and know that God makes no mistakes. We loved Sharon and He gave her to share with us for 58 beautiful years. I will continue to cherish that beautiful smile, contagious laughter and all the precious memories! Rest well my friend!

Reginald, Deneen T. & D'Andre Hill

Adams -Tolliver Family I am so saddened to hear about your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. I'm thinking of you and your family and wishing you strength and comfort during this difficult time. LaTresa

LaTresa Comer

Prayers going up for the Adam & Tolliver family. I am truly sorry for your loss praying for strength for both family during this difficult time. I will miss my classmate dearly

Geraldine Miller Cox

To Willie,Phyllis, and Mrs Adams. may God grant you peace in your times of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you. rest in peace Sharon! Dallas Floyd Fitzgerald

Dallas Fitzgerald

Sending our condolences and prayers to the family 😒 Sharon will truly be missed . β€οΈπŸ™

Linda Johnson & Tony Lynn

My thoughts and prayers are with the Tolliver and Adams family.

Cynthia Sparks

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Tolliver family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in the days, weeks, and months to follow! Praying for every family member in your family.

Amy Davis

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences for the Tolliver and Adams families. Thoughts and Prayers

Jeffery Hammond Raymond Mississippi

Jeffery Hammond

I'm deeply saddened to learn of Sharon's passing and offer my sincere condolences to her family and all who loved her. She was so sweet and easy to love. I've known Sharon for many years and she's been the same loving and kind person of the decades. I worked with Sharon at TSYS in the 1990's. She was a delight to work with. Strong work ethics, dependable and always professional. In recent years since we retired, we met at the hair salon on Thursdays. (Her hair was always laid! Even when she came to the salon. Y'all know!) I'm addition to her hair always being on point, her shoes and handbags were always something we looked forward to seeing when she entered the doors! It only took one conversation with Sharon to know she was madly in live with her family. I will certainly miss her on Thursdays. I thank God for bringing Sharon into my life. Rest well Sweet LadyπŸ™πŸ½

Pino Wells

I would like to send condolences to Willie Tolliver and Ms.Saddie Adams ,and the whole family .Sharon will truly be missed

Janice Murray Butler

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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