In loving memory of
Corlene LaMay Sharnowski
December 17, 1934 - December 8, 2022
Sharnowski, Mrs.
Corlene LaMay
Scottville, Michigan
Corlene LaMay Sharnowski (Woirol) earned her golden wings at age 87, on December 8th, 2022, beginning her journey Home to meet the Lord at Heaven's Gate, to dance and rejoice with many family members and friends that had gone before her.
Corlene was born to Arnold & Bernice (Makin) Woirol on December 17, 1934, in Muskegon, MI. She grew up in Michigan and attended school in Muskegon, MI.
Corlene, a loving wife of the late Paul A. Hornacek, married at age 17, was blessed with 4 beautiful children: Paul Hornacek, Kimberly Hornacek, Brenda Hornacek, and Gregory Hornacek. Corlene, later married Alvin Sharnowski on February 18th, 1966, in Muskegon, MI giving birth to Allene Sharnowski and later adopting her youngest daughter, Angela Sharnowski, in 1987.
Corlene moved to Mason County in 1969, where she's resided ever since, surrounded by lifelong friends and family. She has always taken pride in caring for others, it didn't matter whether she had known you a long time or had just heard of you. She has always been a selfless giver who loved to bless others by showing God's love through her many acts of kindness and compassion.
In addition to being a dedicated, full-time, loving wife & mother, Corlene worked hard. She owned and Operated KC Truck Stop (formally Zach's) with her eldest daughter, Kimberly. She was always known for going the extra mile and making the most fabulous cakes and pies! She had even made the centerfold page in Playboy, starring in a Harley Davidson Motorcycle ad. After selling the truck stop in 1987, she spent most of her time raising her grandchildren, watching wheel of fortune, traveling, casino gambling, taking long car rides and breeding Maltese. She was highly successful in her dog breeding business, having sold thousands of Grade A puppies to loving homes all around the world.
Corlene loved her family undoubtedly and was there for every birthday, holiday, and family tradition up to the very day she passed. Corlene raised six children, going on to help raise over 12 grandchildren, and held a very special role to some of her great-grandchildren: Corriana Byrd, Ella and Anna Locke, Tyler Zimmer, Colten Thwaites, Alexander and Wyatt Hornacek, and Paige Duffy.
Corlene had an unwavering faith in God, and her confidence grew stronger as she got closer to her final days. Calling upon the Lord to bring peace to family and friends and alleviate any sadness as she passed.
Corlene joins her grandparents, Charlie & Kitty Makin; both her parents; her late husbands; sister, Patricia Woirol; son, Paul Hornacek; daughter, Brenda Hornacek; and lifelong friend, Larry Vance, in Heaven, where they are sure to be spending their days laughing, dancing, drinking old fashioned, and watching over their family.
She is survived by children, Kimberly, Gregory, Allene, and Angela; her grandchildren, Paula Hollis, Rebecca Hornacek, Melissa Hornacek, Paulenea Hornacek, Jennifer Mendez, Ashley Hornacek, Xandra Gowan, Billy Sharnowski, Christina Sharnowski, Heather Sharnowski, Stephanie Sharnowski, and Sabrina Sharnowski; sisters, Barb Adams and Sharon Mack; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Corlene was loved by so many. Her generous spirit, tender heart, and lasting love left an impression wherever she went. She never met a stranger that didn't become a companion; she always went out of her way to help anyone in need and had an incredible work ethic that will forever be remembered. She will forever be missed.
SERVICE
Monday, December 19, 2022, 12:00 PM at Clock Funeral Home - Muskegon with Rev. Carlos Ramos officiating. Interment in Laketon Township Cemetery.
VISITATION
Monday, December 19, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Clock Funeral Home - Muskegon. MEMORIAL: To the family. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or sign the online guestbook.