Sharon E. Brower

Sharon E. Brower, 81, of Lake Street, Mayfield passed away at home on Monday, February 2, 2026. She was loved and supported by her children and grandchildren for many months. She was born in Amsterdam on August 8, 1944, a daughter of Richard and Betty Davison Lorey and lived in Mayfield her whole life. Sharon was a 1962 graduate of Mayfield High School and later attended Albany Medical Center School of Nursing. She touched the lives of many residents, their families, and her co-workers at Amsterdam Memorial Hospital and the Fulton County Infirmary, where she worked for more than 40 years combined as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Sharon was a lifelong member of the Mayfield Central Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder, participated in many committees, including the worship committee and youth group. She enjoyed selecting hymns for worship and ensuring appropriate offerings were provided for coffee hour. She was an avid sports fan of the NY Yankees and the Amsterdam Mohawks. She would also root for the NFL teams that her children liked, depending on which one was present at the time. Sharon enjoyed reading and bird watching. Mostly, she enjoyed spending time with family. She enjoyed all holidays, especially Christmas, always preparing everyone’s favorite dishes, making sure everyone had their favorite dessert, and had beautiful holiday garb. She loved to decorate her home with detail, including placing icicles on her tree, individually and perfectly. Sharon was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She fiercely raised three children on her own, never missing any part of their lives. She also was present and actively participated in the lives of her grandchildren. On May 28, 1966, she married Gerald Brower who died November 22, 1983. Survivors include her daughters, Jill Kaczor (Jeff Ille) and Jane (Eric) Parker; her son, Todd (Tanya) Brower; her grandchildren who were the light of her life, Lauryn (J.J.) Sikorski and Sierra Brower; her great-grandson, Alexander Sikorski who she was thrilled to watch grow; and her brother, Thomas Lorey; her nephews, Christopher (Becky) Ryan, and Connyr Lorey. She is also survived by her “bonus” grandchildren, Ian and Jaret Warner, Natasha (Michael) Brayah, Zuri Allen, Brittany, Cameron, and Ariana Pollard. She is also survived by her longtime friends, the fab 5- Susan Claus, Jane Paris, Melissa Genitiempo, Cheryl Edwards, and their auxiliary member, Dr. Curtis Mills. Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Saturday from 10 am – noon at the Mayfield Central Presbyterian Church 22 North Main Street, Mayfield. In recognition of her dedicated nursing career, the FulMont Nurses Honor Guard will conduct the Nightingale Tribute at 11:45 am at the church. A memorial service will follow at noon at the church with Rev. Dr. Bonnie Orth, officiating. Final burial will be in the spring at Christie Cemetery, Mayfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sharon Brower Memorial Scholarship Fund, in care of the church. Arrangements are by the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc., 111 County Highway 106, Johnstown, NY 12095.

Sharon E. Brower

August 8, 1944 - February 2, 2026

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