Sharon Kay Billens, 65 of Valparaiso, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026. She was born October 29, 1960 in Gary, Indiana the daughter of Gerald Thomas and Bonnie Helen (MacDonald) Vann. Sharon worked as a clerk for 10 years at Family Express. She found enjoyment in attending concerts and spending time at the beach, especially Key West. If you knew Sharon, you would remember that she had a great soul, was a caring person, and was very outspoken. Above all else, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who will be dearly missed.
On July 9, 2022 in Key West, Sharon married Brian Billens who survives along with their children, Michelle Rayner, Jason (Melinda) Rayner, Raymond Billens, and Jenna Billens; 10 grandchildren; siblings, Chris (Dawn) Vann, Deborah (Tim) Stanfill, and Gerald (LaLonnie) Vann; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Heather Rayner; grandson, Robert West; and former husband, David.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on May 30, 2026 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM at Moeller Funeral Home 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, with a Memorial Service beginning at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

