Edward J. Sharr IV, 66, of Royersford, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021, in Philadelphia. Born in Havertown, he was the son of the late Theresa (McAnally) and Edward J. Sharr III. Ed was the loving husband of Linda (Clark) Sharr with whom he shared 36 years of marriage.
Ed was a very faithful man and a devout member of Crossroads Presbyterian Church. He devoted most of his time to his true passion, basketball. Known as Coach Sharr by many, Ed ran Definitely Sports Basketball Camp as well as Coach Sharr’s Hoops Academy, where he touched the lives of many young athletes. When he wasn’t on the court he could be found relaxing on the beach and spending time with his family. He was an avid sports fan and always rooted for the Eagles, Celtics, and Warriors. Ed was a very selfless man and involved himself in countless volunteer organizations including the YMCA, Coaches vs. Cancer, Easter Seals, and many more.
In addition to his wife Linda, Ed is survived by his children, Patrick and Kelly, and her husband Steven Proud; his siblings, Gerri Henwood, Tim Sharr, Diane Sharr Myers, Chris Sharr, and Caroline McCardell, many nieces and nephews, and a host of cousins.
A visitation will be held at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, Limerick, on Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 9:30am-11am. A funeral service will begin at 11am. A committal service will be held at Limerick Garden of Memories immediately following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Crossroads Presbyterian Church or Coaches vs Cancer.