Sie "Wayne" Sharp Sr., 65, of Middlebury, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Barbourville, KY on April 21, 1956, to the late Hobert L. and Nettie (Mills) Sharp.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Judith (Daugherty) Sharp; sons, James "Jim" K. (Pamela) Ecker, Steven Ecker, Sie (Tara Ann Shoemaker) Sharp Jr., and Dennis (Chasity) Sharp; daughters, Angie (Timothy) Capp and Shelly (Ray) Powell; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; four brothers; and two sisters.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021, from noon to 2:00 p.m. at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart with military honors to be rendered at 12:30 p.m. by DAV Post 19 and the United States Army. In accordance with Wayne's wishes, cremation will follow services.

Wayne's greatest love in life was being a grandfather. Wayne was a dedicated and loving father and husband who worked hard every day of his life. He served proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1974 to 1975. Wayne worked at Mark Line Industries and Master Brand Cabinets for several years in the maintenance department and as a tool crib manager. Wayne was also a member of the American Legion in Bristol. In his spare time, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, tuning up classic cars, and watching his son race. Wayne loved to cheer on his favorite NASCAR racer, Jimmy Johnson (#48) and never missed a wrestling match. He will be missed greatly by his loving family and many friends.