Sharon Ogilvie

Sharon K. Ogilvie, age 82 of Blue Earth, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024, at United Hospital District.

Sharon lived a life filled with love, kindness, and grace. She touched the lives of many with her warmth and generosity, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and goodwill. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Sharon was born on March 13,1942, to Lester and Beatrice (Mielke) Bussinger in Blue Earth, MN. She graduated from Blue Earth High School in 1960. In 1963, Sharon married Bill Ogilvie. After 22 years of marriage, Bill passed away in 1985. In 2008, she reunited with her childhood sweetheart Mike Douglas, and the couple was united in marriage on July 27, 2011, in Anchorage, Alaska, with Pastor Jacob blessing the union.

Sharon put her creative talents to use in her career at Bartley Printing, where she handled graphic design and several other office duties for almost 40 years. After Bartley Printing, she worked at Bevcomm for 10 years, until her retirement in 2007. Her strong work ethic and friendly demeanor made her a cherished colleague.

Sharon was a determined and independent woman, known for her wit, great sense of humor, and strong will. She took joy in life's simple pleasures, especially in her love for shopping, crafting, and playing cards. Sharon was a very talented artist and enjoyed painting ceramics with friends. Her basement was always full of ceramic figurines and paints. Her love for fashion, shoes and accessories was obvious through her several closets full of clothes and shoes, and jewelry boxes full of bracelets, pins and necklaces. Sharon never missed an opportunity to get gussied up.

Above all, Sharon treasured spending time with her loved ones. She cherished moments with her grandchildren and loved being called "grandma." Her strong commitment to her faith, family, and friends never wavered, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Sharon's legacy as a loving sister, aunt, grandma, loyal friend, and creative soul will forever be treasured by many.

She is survived by her brother, Mike Bussinger; sister-in-law, Donna Bussinger; four step-children, Jody (David) Scholtz, Vicky (James) Rauchman, Steve (Sandy) Douglas, and Jeffrey (Teresa) Douglas; nieces, Amy (Shaun Tungland) Bussinger, Sheila (Tim) Daggett, and Lori (Tim) Grathwohl; nephew, Brent (Melissa) Bussinger; many grandchildren and great grandchildren, and several great nieces and nephews.

Sharon was proceeded in death by her parents, Lester and Betty Bussinger; first husband, Bill Ogilvie; brother, Gary Bussinger; sister-in-law, Judy Bussinger; and husband, Mike Douglas.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Hope United Methodist Church in Blue Earth, with Pastor Lee Miller officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Blue Earth. Arrangements have been entrusted to Patton Funeral Home and Cremation Service.