Sharon Kay Wind

Sharon Kay Wind: May 28, 1949- April 11, 2025

Sharon Kay Wind, age 75, of Evansville, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, following a short and courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 28, 1949, in Sidney, Montana, Sharon was the cherished daughter of Esther and Roy Johnson and the beloved sister of her older brother, Duane Richard Johnson (Ricky).

In her youth, Sharon enjoyed ice skating, sewing, swimming, reading, and music, and was an active participant in the Order of Rainbow for Girls. It was in the Sidney High School Band where she met her future husband, Robert Wind. After a lengthy engagement of seven years, they wed on June 26, 1971, and were blessed with two daughters, Samairah and Heather. They spent many cherished years together on the family farm in Savage and other rural areas across Montana.

A lifelong learner, Sharon pursued her passion for education, earning her teaching degree from the University of Montana. She dedicated her career to teaching English, French, and History, and contributed her talents as a Speech and Debate coach, school newspaper editor, and a master’s degree holder in special education. Always the teacher, she would help her children and grandchildren by editing their school papers, which they learned to appreciate later in life, even though, at that moment, they mocked her behind her back.

After retiring, Sharon relocated to Wyoming to be close to her family, which included daughters, Samairah Wind (46) and Heather Winter (43), son-in-law, Ezekiel Winter (47), and her four granddaughters, Alisten Winter (24), Amelia Wind (19), Taylor Winter (11), and Nicolette Winter (7). Sharon played an integral role in her grandchildren’s lives, providing them with wisdom and encouragement. Whether it was at their concerts, plays, or cheering them on at games, she was their biggest supporter. She transported them to activities and practices, cared for them when they were unwell, and offered a welcoming space for them to gather before school, after school, and during their summer vacations. A passionate singer, Sharon, was also an enthusiastic member of the Casper Choral and enjoyed performing with the church band.

Known for her friendly demeanor, sharp intellect, quick wit, and delightful sense of humor, Sharon embraced her uniqueness even in her later years, proudly sporting purple streaks in her hair as a testament to her spirited nature. Her legacy is carried on through the love she shared, the lessons she imparted, and the cherished memories she leaves behind. She will be profoundly missed by her family and friends.

The family requests that you wear purple. Services for Sharon’s life will take place on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. with a reception to follow at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions in Casper, Wyoming.