Sharon L. Clausen

Sharon Clausen, 92, of Granville, Illinois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  She was born on February 5, 1930 to Roland and Charlotte (Nash) Hamm.

On December 18, 1949 she married Robert Clausen at the Hennepin United Methodist Church.  Together, they had four sons: Daniel, David, Jon and Mark.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband (Robert Clausen), a sister (Eleanor Litherland), infant son, (David Clausen), adult son, (Mark Clausen), granddaughter (Christina Clausen) and great-granddaughter (Madison Poole).

She is survived by Daniel (Tina) Clausen, Jon (Teresa) Clausen, Jacqueline Clausen and their children and grandchildren.

Sharon graduated from Hennepin High School.  She was a member of the Emmaus Lutheran Church in McNabb.  She was the curator for the Putnam County Historical Society for many years and was a DAR member.  Sharon was a farm broker and served on the Soil and Water Board.

She and Bob enjoyed their extensive traveling – having been to every state but Alaska and many foreign lands.

She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, and a loyal friend to many.

Memorials may be made to the Putnam County Historical Society, Putnam County Ambulance or Standard Fire Department.

The family will have a private service at the Hennepin United Methodist Church, Hennepin.  Pastor Phil Jackson will officiate.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Hennepin.

Dysart – Cofoid Funeral Chapel will be assisting the family with the arrangements.

Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com

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