For those that knew Martha, founder of the File Cabinet and ARMA member:
Martha Sharpe, 70, loving wife, mother and grandmother
died at home on March 12, 2012 after a courageous and
inspirational 13- plus year battle with cancer.
Martha is survived by her lifelong partner, friend and
husband, Jim Sharpe, and her wonderful children and
grandchildren who brought her so much peace and joy: son,
Greg Sharpe, his wife, Margaret and grandson, Alex;
daughter, Stacey Dunlap, her husband, Sean and
granddaughter, Ashley Meyer. Other surviving family
members include: her brother-in-law, Mike Sharpe, wife,
Yanira, and their children, Katrina and Christian; brother, Dr.
George Hayes and wife, Debbie; sister, Dr. Mary Jackson
and husband, Peter. Martha is also survived by many friends
and loved ones whose lives she touched.
Everyone who met Martha knew her as a very positive, life affirming,
joyous presence in their lives. She embraced life
with an energy and enthusiasm that was infectious. Martha
graduated from Adairsville High School and received her
B.A. Degree from Texas Western University in El Paso. She
received her Master's Degree in Library Media Science from
Georgia State University. Martha was a teacher and librarian
early in her career. Her media skills took her to Jordan, Jones
and Goulding Engineers where she was a valued employee
for eight years. She then went on to become founder and
CEO of The File Cabinet, a records management company.
The File Cabinet was widely recognized for its
professionalism and high quality service. As a leader in the
field, Martha served as President of the Atlanta Chapter of
ARMA.
Despite her many professional achievements, when asked what her
greatest accomplishment was, she always
responded "my family." Martha lived a very full life. She
was a learner who had several avocations. Most recently she
thoroughly enjoyed birding across the U.S. and beyond. She
was an avid traveler. She and Jim traveled the globe. Her
greatest joy and delight was in the trips she took with her
whole family, including Alex and Ashley. Martha may have
been challenged in her health but definitely not in her big
heart and giving spirit. She volunteered in several capacities
and was an active member of Oak Grove United Methodist
Church. Martha blessed us all by her presence.
The funeral service will be Thursday, March 15, at 11 a.m. at
Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 1722 Oak Grove
Road., Decatur, GA 30033-122. The family will receive
friends one hour prior to the service in the church parlor.
Interment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to Oak Grove United
Methodist Church or to a charity of choice.
Cherise Forbes
Sr. Global Archivist
678/638-3658
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