Sharon Longino, 79, wife and best friend of Don Longino, went to Heaven Sunday, October 25, 2026. Sharon was born on December 15, 1946, in Heber Springs and there to greet her were her parents, Arthur Birdsong and Jeanette Brady Birdsong.

She was a retired employee of Kroger. After many years of retirement, she still missed her “Kroger family” and all of the loyal Kroger shoppers.

She recently said that she was excited about reuniting with family in Heaven and she wanted all of her dogs to be waiting for her at the Pearly Gate. If you knew Sharon, the wish for the dogs should not be a surprise.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Kim Wilson. In addition to her husband she is survived by her son, James “Chuck” Noah of Searcy; two step-daughters, Kellye Hill (Matt) of Little Rock and Wendi Longino of Camden; two sisters, Dianne Carter and Connie Garcia (Ricky) of East Camden; one grandson, Ruben Noah; one great-grandson, Frankie Noah; one great-granddaughter, Kayleigh Noah, one step-granddaughter, Morgan Edwards, three step great-grandsons, Carter Hill, Grayson Edwards and Beckett Edwards.

A special “thank you” goes to Alma Wade who has been faithful for many years to come and say “hello” and leave church literature. Also, a special “thank you” to the Arbor Hospice team. Your care and kindness will not be forgotten.

To honor Sharon’s request there will be no public visitation, and the family will have a private service. (Sharon made Don promise that he would wear his overalls!!)