Sharon Greenebaum

Sharon Irene Greenebaum, 72, died peacefully at home on Friday, August 23, 2024, surrounded by members of her beloved family. She was preceded in death by her parents Clara and Raymond Kortbein; her husband, Stu; and her siblings Darrel and Brian Kortbein.

Sharon is survived by her sons Joe Spanbauer (Audrey) of Oshkosh, Louie Greenebaum (Callie Cozzolino) of Chicago, Illinois, Tyler Greenebaum (Theresa Eberhardy) of Hartland, Clinton Greenebaum (Lynae) of Newport, Minnesota; grandchildren Jake, Chandler, Gage, Landon, Ariana, Gaborik, Xavier, Zanon, and Coz; siblings Vicki Rousar, Doug Kortbein, Denise Neu (Guy), Don Magnuson (Cheryl), Johnny Kempf (Mary Sohm), and many nieces and nephews.

Sharon was born on July 16, 1952, and grew up in Oshkosh. While in high school Sharon enjoyed downhill skiing and going to South Park street dances.

Sharon and Stu were married for 43 years, and Sharon lived in Hartland for nearly 50. Lake Country was a big part of her identity. Sharon was a connoisseur of lake country restaurants. She was a loyal patron of the Seven Seas, and a lifelong regular of the Phoenix restaurant where everyone knew her. She loved Arrowhead High School and was enjoying getting a front-row seat to Ariana’s high school years.

Sharon boasted about her children and grandchildren to whomever would listen. They were her life. Whether it was marching band or jazz band, football or baseball, hockey or lacrosse, she was so proud of her grandkids’ interests and accomplishments. 

Sharon had a soft spot for cats. While her children were growing up, the family brought in a lovely calico cat named Cheetah. In her last weeks, she enjoyed having Willow in the house. She specifically requested that her room be rearranged to maximize the time Willow would want to spend with her.

Sewing and quilting were lifelong passions for Sharon. Whether it was sewing patches on her sons’ Boy Scout uniforms and letter jackets, creating cigarette pockets into Stu’s tank tops, designing and creating intricate quilts and other gifts for friends and family, or making clothes for Ariana, her talents were indisputable.

Sharon was the glue of her family, and she will be deeply missed by many.

Services will be held at Evert-Luko Funeral Home 170 Warren Ave., Hartland, WI on Sunday, September 1st. Visitation will be from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Funeral Service will begin at 1:30 pm. Burial at Upper Hartland Cemetery will follow.