Sharon Elizabeth Tegg

Sharon Elizabeth Tegg was a woman of deep faith, steadfast convictions, and a generous heart. Born in Orlando, Florida, on August 5, 1952, she devoted her life to loving and caring for the people around her, especially her family. Her faith guided her, her convictions strengthened her, and her love for her family was evident in all she did. She passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories.

Sharon’s family was her greatest joy, and her heart belonged especially to her grandchildren: Analynn Tegg, Abigail Fleming, and Samuel Fleming. She loved them fiercely and treasured every moment she spent with them. To those who knew her, Sharon was a steady presence—faithful, caring, and always ready to encourage the people she loved.

Sharon worked for Lake County Public Schools as a lunch lady. She cared deeply for the students she served and cherished the coworkers who shared those years with her. She also generously gave her time to the girls in their Girl Scout troop, encouraging them and faithfully showing up for them along the way.

Sharon was a member of the Church of Christ in Clermont, Florida, where her faith was an important part of her life. She loved the beach, traveling, and taking photographs. She traveled to England with her family and journeyed to Alaska with Glen and his retired firefighter friends. At family gatherings and other events, she was often behind the camera—sometimes taking your picture whether you wanted her to or not. Those photographs were one of the ways she held close the people and moments she loved.

Sharon also carried a deep connection to the hills of Tennessee, where her family came from. That bond with her family’s roots remained close to her heart. She loved geneology and completed genealogies for both the Word and Tegg families.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen; her parents, James Samuel Word and Millenia Word; her sister, Marcia Cooper; and her brother, Timothy Word.

She is survived by her daughters, Melanie Fleming (Scott) and Glenda Tegg; her grandchildren, Analynn, Abigail, and Samuel; her youngest sibling, Brian Word and many other family and friends to cherish her memory.

Sharon will be remembered for her faith, her convictions, her generous care for others, and the love she gave her family. Her presence will be deeply missed, but the stories, photographs, and memories she leaves behind will continue to keep her close in the hearts of those who love her.

Visitation will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, FL 34734, US, on November 1, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and again on November 2, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

A Funeral Service will take place at Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, FL 34734, US, on November 2, 2026, at 11:00 am, followed by a Committal Service at the same location on November 2, 2026, at 12:00 pm.