The Richmond News, Feb. 20, 2026

LOLETA “JUNE”

Loleta “June” (O’Dell Carmichael) Sharp, 85, of Richmond passed away Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.

June was born June 8, 1940, in Liberty, the daughter of Eugene and Marjorie (Smith) O’Dell. She was first united in marriage to Harold W. Carmichael of Richmond on Nov. 9, 1956. He preceded her in death on March 28, 2001.

She was later united in marriage to Stuart Sharp of Excelsior Springs on Dec. 14, 2002. He survives of the home.

Additional survivors include her son, Mike (Dodie) Carmichael of Excelsior Springs; daughter, Vicki McCoy (Kelly Hibbs) of Des Moines, Iowa; son-in-law, Gary L. McCoy of Kansas City; two stepdaughters, Cathy (Mike) Moore and Connie (Loren) Brenton; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her precious dog, Bella.

In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by her parents.

June was raised and educated in the Richmond area, where she built a life rooted in faith, family and service. She dedicated 33 years of her life to the Richmond R-XVI School District, faithfully serving generations of students and forming lasting friendships along the way. Her steady presence and commitment made a quiet but meaningful difference in her community.

June was a devoted member of the Hickory Grove Baptist Church near Richmond, where her faith remained an important part of her life.

She treasured time spent with her family, especially their trips to the lake, where laughter and togetherness were always in abundance. She loved playing cards – particularly hand and foot – and rarely missed an opportunity for a good game. June also enjoyed going dancing with her husband Harold and their friends, Beverly and PeeWee, making memories filled with music and joy.

She will be dearly missed by her family, her many friends and all who had the honor of knowing her. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Humane Society of Ray County. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Graveside services were scheduled for 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, in Richmond Memory Gardens, with Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond in charge of the arrangements.

Please share your memories of June with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.