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.
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I always looked up to my cousins....Sharon taught me my love for jewelry. I guess that is something we shared with our grandma. My heart is sad, but i know she is Home now with other loved ones. I do remember catching her bouquet at her first wedding. I believe because of her I have tried to be more like her and live a life like her.....outgoing, love for the beaches and just a fun loving person. I will truly miss your smile and laughter. -Laura Hatfield
The hardest thing in my life has been knowing the battle my baby sister fought has come to the end. Trying to stay positive had to be done, but when the end came it has to be accepted that she is at peace now. We were each others comforters for our entire life. I wish we could tell stories and laugh with her again, I wouldn’t even tell her to calm down and use her inside voice..lol (she would know) Goodbye little sister I will always love you. -Gerald (Jerry) Vann Jr
