Sharon H. Whipp, 67, died Jan. 27, 2011, at her home.
She was born in Detroit and lived in Vero Beach since 1973.
She and her husband founded Dave’s Sporting Goods.
Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Dave Whipp; daughters, Deborah Sposato and Jennifer Wyvratt; sons, Shawn and Brian Whipp; four sisters; one brother; mother; and 11 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Vaughn Hayes; and brother, Vaughn Hayes II.
Memorial contributions may be made to , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; www.stjude.org.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home and Crematory, Vero Beach.