Education:

• Bachelor of Arts from Kalamazoo College

  • Chemistry Major​

• Law Degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School

  • Cum Laude​

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Work Highlights:

• Research Chemist at The Upjohn Company

• Associate Attorney at Rathert Law Offices

• Patent Attorney for Pfizer (20+ years, Retired)

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Supporting Our Community:

• Sharon's TLC Rescue: Founder, President/Treasurer

  • Low cost spay/neuter of cats​

• South Haven Community Foundation, Secretary

• General Member & Supporter:

  • American Legion Auxiliary

  • AAUW-SH

  • Friends of the Kal-Haven Trail

  • Historical Association of South Haven

  • Michigan Maritime Museum

  • Scott Club

  • Women Who Care​

• Supporter:

  • We Care, Inc.: 2025 Island City Warm Your Heart

  • 2024-25 South Haven History Club

    • Assisted Julie Sheppard

    • Donated toward cost of National Competition​

  • Safe Harbor​

  • ​​Mark Hosley STEM Scholarship for SHPS Senior

• Volunteer at Community Events

  • Food Drives, especially Thanksgiving & Christmas​

  • 5K Races throughout the year

  • Fundraisers & Social Events for Non-Profits