Sharon Hoying

In Loving Memory of Sharon Hoying

Sharon Hoying, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 83. She leaves behind a family who will deeply miss her and cherish the memories they shared.

The daughter of Charles and Marie (Kies) Matthews, Sharon worked as an Executive Assistant to the President and Vice President at Ross Aluminum in Sidney, Ohio.

Some of Sharon’s happiest memories were made at the beach with her husband, Edward “Ed” Hoying, and their son, William “Bill” Hoying. They began taking Bill to Sanibel Island and Estero Island, Florida, when he was just a baby, beginning a cherished family tradition of sunshine, ocean breezes, and time together. In later years, winter visits to Anna Maria Island with family brought more treasured moments along Florida’s beautiful shores.

Following Ed’s passing, Sharon took up sewing embroidery samplers, carefully stitching keepsakes that her family will treasure. Her favorite color was lavender—a shade that will always bring her lovingly to mind. Through her samplers, family stories, and memories of the beaches she loved, Sharon will remain close to those who knew and loved her.

During her final days, Sharon received comfort care at Ohio’s Hospice in Dayton inpatient center, with her family devoted to honoring her wishes and ensuring her comfort.

Sharon was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward “Ed” Hoying, her sibling Robert "Bobby" Rexroth and her parents, Charles and Marie (Kies) Matthews.

She is survived by her loving son, William “Bill” Hoying; her siblings, Roselyn “Rose” Matthews, Linda Zimmerman, Keith Rexroth, and Donald Jr "Donnie" Rexroth; and cherished family members and friends.

Sharon will be cremated, and no viewing or funeral service will be held. Her family will honor her memory with a scattering of her ashes.

NAMI Montgomery County, Ohio, helped Sharon and Bill find valuable mental health resources and support. In gratitude for that assistance, the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Sharon’s memory to NAMI Montgomery County, Ohio, helping others find the support they need.

https://nami-mc.org/get-involved/donate/

Sharon will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever held in the hearts of her family.