Sharon Kay Annette (Backlin) Burnquist

Age 80, surrounded by her family, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, and went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Born on May 17, 1944, in Barron, Wisconsin. A devoted mother and grandmother, Sharon's pride and joy were her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her sons, David and Robert Burnquist; daughters, Kristin (David) Melchior and Patricia (Stuart) Reidhead; and her treasured grandchildren, Bailey Burnquist, Makayla, Brandon, and Marissa Melchior, Jordyn Burnquist, and Gabrielle Reidhead. Her brother, Peter (Jan) Backlin, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Sharon is preceded in death by parents, Roy and Orpha Backlin: sister, Sandra Olson; and former husband and father to her children, John Burnquist.

Sharon was the most, loving, generous and kindhearted woman. She will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know her. Sharon's legacy of sharing the hope of eternal life through faith in Christ Jesus will live on in the hearts of many.

A private celebration of life will be held in honor of Sharon. "The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers".

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