Obituary
The family of Bennie J. Sharp is saddened to announce his passing on June 3, 2026, at the age of 89.
Bennie was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Eva Sharp, and his brother, Douglas Sharp.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Betty Sharp; his sons, Michael Sharp (Kimberly) and Jimmy Sharp (Chelo); his grandchildren, Jacqueline (Michael), Danielle, Dalton, and Gianna; and his great-grandchildren, Robert and Emily.
Bennie was born and raised in Ettowah, Arkansas and moved to Lee’s Summit, Missouri in 1958, with Betty, where he began his career with Bendix Corporation. After 15 years, he pursued his passion for business ownership, founding and operating several successful Kansas City-area companies, including Sharp-Long Heating & Cooling, Kingston Construction, and Kingston Environmental Services.
Outside of work, Bennie enjoyed horse racing, fishing, and gardening. Above all, he cherished time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him his greatest joy and pride.
Bennie will be remembered for his entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, and deep devotion to his family. His legacy lives on through the family he loved.
He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.
A visitation will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a service at 2:00 p.m. at Langsford Funeral Home in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Burial will follow directly at Floral Hills Easter Memorial Gardens in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, family requests that donations in Ben’s memory be made to Autism Outreach Fellowship or Kansas City Hospice House.
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My sincere regret for your loss, he and your family have always been a great friend to me. Let me know if I can do anything to help.
Love prayers 🙏
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ms Betty.
Ralph and I will miss Ben tremendously. We both loved him and cherished his friendship. He will leave a large hole in our hearts. All of his friends will keep his memory alive for a long time.
I first met Bennie thru my late husband Bill and later Bennie and I both had license offices. He was articulate in his dress and when he would come thru Sedalia and pick me up for a meeting in Jefferson City I wouldn’t even take my coffee because his car was immaculate. He and Betty shared their garden harvest and were dear friends. Connie McLaughlin
Ben was my uncle and a solid rock in our family. He was always there for us in a crisis, and that was a great comfort. He was so good at that. Our family will miss that he is not there. Thank you, Uncle Bennie, and all of us will see you “in the morning.”
Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. Benny was a great man and he will definitely be missed. Praying for y’all in this difficult time. Love and hugs from your Mississippi family.
Prayers for the family🙏🙏🙏
To the family, it’s been sooo many years since we were neighbors and when I last saw you all. Many fun memories! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God Bless and comfort.
To the family, it’s been sooo many years since we were neighbors and when I last saw you all. Many fun memories! My thoughts and prayers are with you. . May God Bless and comfort.
Dear Betty,
So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers for you and your family. 💞🙏🌹
Betty & family,
Butch & I are sending our sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult time. All of you are in our prayers.
BETTY,MICHAEL AND JIMMY So SORRY ABOUT Benny he will be missed.love Barbara and Barry.
We are so sorry about Benny we will be praying for you Betty and your sons.love you Barbara and Barry.
My condolences, such a loss. I am so grateful to have been able visit Uncle Bennie just a few months ago – his sense of humor had not waned a bit! He loomed large in my life and I’m grateful for his love and support over the years.
Mike and Jimmy
So sorry for your loss. I was pretty young when your family moved off of Mil-Mar and I didn’t know Bennie and Betty very well.
I got know Bennie a little better when I would visit the DMV in KCMO. He always met me with a smile and I would sit with him and have a talk
about what ever was on our minds that day.
I don’t think I ever waited in line. He would see me and grab my paper work and hand it to one of gals.
I really enjoyed our chats. Bennie was a very smart and kind man.
He will be missed by many.
I met Ben and members of his family when they operated license offices. He was a kind generous and successful gentleman. Condolences to the famiy.
ben was a great friend.
Betty Sue My Love and Prayers go out to you and your family. I have many wonderful memories of BJ and you. I Love You !! May he RIP ♥️🙏
I am so sorry for your loss. Ben was a good influence on my like all the years we lived next door. He will be missed.
Sorry to hear about Bennie Joe. A friend from Etowah. 🙏🏼
I am so sorry for your loss. Ben was so kind to me. He was a father figure who would always shoot straight with you. My prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
Our heart is with the family at this time.
We choose to think of all the fond memories of Ben and John, selling sweet corn with our family and hanging out together.
Many smiles, much laughter, and he loved to garden and also share all the wonderful vegetables.
Take care of us all Sweet Angel Ben.
Sorry to hear about Ben RIP my friend