SPRINGFIELD – Sharon Ann Bright, 81, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023, at St. John's Hospital.

She was born May 7, 1941 to William and Lydia (Nichols) Black. She married Randall Bright on July 5, 1959. She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Belinda Bright; granddaughter, Ashley; and nine brothers and sisters.

Sharon worked as a housekeeper at Memorial Medical Center.

She is survived by her children, Patricia (Jon) Montgomery, Randall Bright, Jr. and Tom Bright; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother, Donald (Judith) Black; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to charity of choice.