Sharon Rose (Duket) Whitcomb

Sharon was born in Sacramento, California, and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of nearly 60 years, Dennis B. Whitcomb. She is survived by her children Dennis J. “DJ” Whitcomb, Jonathan Whitcomb, and Julie Whitcomb; daughter-in-law Trish Whitcomb; grandsons Jonathan, Thomas, and Tyler; great-grandson Lucas; brother Jeffrey Duket; sister-in-law Nina Duket; and many beloved cousins.

Sharon was a 1959 graduate of Norte Del Rio High School and remained active with a close-knit group of classmates who gathered regularly for reunions and cherished their lifelong friendships.

A natural entrepreneur, Sharon started her first business at the age of sixteen, “The Pink Poodle.” Later in life she became an interior designer and custom home builder. Among the homes she helped create was the beautiful Cameron Park estate where she and Dennis raised their family and welcomed many friends and loved ones over the years.

Sharon and Dennis shared a love of travel and adventure, especially their many trips to Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, and the Mendocino coast.

Sharon touched the lives of many family members, friends, co-workers, and caregivers and will be remembered for her humor and sharp wit. She was an avid card player who loved gathering with family and friends, whether with the multi-generational family “Tripoli group,” her Bunko group, or a friendly game of rummy, cribbage, pinochle, poker, or blackjack. Memories of the love and generosity of their “Grandma Jama” will be especially cherished by her grandsons.

In her final years, Sharon was supported by a circle of compassionate caregivers who became like a second family to her. We are deeply grateful for the kindness, laughter, and companionship they shared with her, bringing her great comfort.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at El Macero Country Club in Davis, California. Sharon will be laid to rest with her beloved Dennis in Mendocino, California, one of their favorite places, in a private family ceremony. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research or your favorite charity.