Janice Faulkner Sharp, 50, of Apex, NC died at her home on December 19, 2009. Born in Henderson, Mrs. Sharp was the daughter of Donald Gray Faulkner and the late Betty Thomas Faulkner of Henderson.

Beloved by her family, she is survived by her husband of 26 years, Charles Edward Sharp, Jr.; sons Charles Edward Sharp, III and Hunter Gray Sharp; father, D. Gray Faulkner; stepmother, Rebecca R. Faulkner; sister, Pamela F. Jones and husband Craig; brother, Donald G. Faulkner, Jr. and wife Andrea; and many nieces and nephews.

She was a very active, longtime member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Raleigh where over the years she served as Trustee, Sunday school teacher, youth advisor, and member of the Episcopal Church Women.

Mrs. Sharp was VP of Human Resources at Capitol Broadcasting Company, where she touched many throughout her career there, especially in her encouragement of employee development and community involvement. As a certified HR professional, she was respected locally and nationally, was a contributor to several national professional publications, and received many awards for her professional contributions.

A 1981 graduate of North Carolina State University, Mrs. Sharp was an avid supporter of the University’s academic and sports programs. She was an advisor and guest lecturer at NCSU, Peace, and Meredith colleges.

Her many civic involvements included service at the local, state and national levels where she provided energetic leadership and hands-on support for many non-profit organizations, especially those associated with Education and Professional Development. She contributed many hours serving on local and national boards of several organizations.

The Funeral Service was held Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Church of the Good Shepherd, 121 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions be sent to Shepherd’s Vision Capital Campaign, Church of the Good Shepherd, 121 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27603.