In Memoriam: Dr. Augustus Norman Sharp III

Dr. Augustus Norman Sharp III | June 20, 1938 – April 6, 2022
Dr. Augustus Norman Sharp III | June 20, 1938 – April 6, 2022

June 20, 1938 – April 6, 2022

Dr. Augustus Norman Sharp III was born on June 20, 1938 in Atlanta, Georgia to Augustus II and Mary Schane Sharp.

He was graduated from Alfred I. DuPont High School where he participated in the ROTC program. An honor student, Norman earned his undergraduate and dental degree from Emory University- being awarded the honor of “Emory Wheel” for being first in his dental class.

After serving in the US Army, Dr. Sharp practiced dentistry in Jacksonville for 50 years.

Norman and his soulmate Mary shared a love of adventure; they traveled the world, enjoying their 59 years of marriage. For over 40 years, with his copilot Mary, he flew his Cessna on numerous trips to their island home in Hope Town, the Abacos where they enjoyed times with friends. Norman Sharp was gifted with a resourceful and creative mindset; he could accomplish almost anything. An excellent carpenter and designer, he was an expert sailor and navigator who raced locally in Jacksonville and cruised the Bahama Islands.

His survivors include: daughter Jane Synnestvedt; grandchildren Alec, Garth (Summer) and Emma Synnestvedt and great grandson Leo. A funeral service was held at the Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Legacy Lodge on Monday, April 11, 2022 with the Reverend Neely Towe officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Parkinson’s Foundation or Samaritan’s Purse.

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