Sharon Kay Bingham, age 81, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, with her family by her side.

Sharon was born on December 8, 1944, to Clifford Edward Failing and Golda Opal (Walker) Failing in at home on the family farm in Los Animas, Colorado. She graduated from Montrose High School and on June 3, 1961, she married the love of her life, Harlan Ralph Bingham. Together they built a life filled with love, family and countless friends. They shared 62 years of marriage before Harlan’s passing in July 2023.

Sharon had a lifelong love of horses. As a young girl she could be found riding her horse across downtown Montrose. She especially enjoyed barrel racing and was often seen riding two of the prettiest grey horses around. Horses were not just a hobby for Sharon – they were part of who she was.

She passed her love of horses and rodeo on to many of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was their biggest supporter and proudest fan, often found in the stands cheering them on with her beloved little dog, Lu, by her side.

A kid at heart, she was up for any adventure with her grandkids making every gathering more fun.

Christmas was Sharon’s favorite time of year. She delighted in decorating her home, trimming her tree, and hanging enough lights that family often joked you could see her house from the moon. The warmth and joy she brought to the holiday season reflected the love she shared with everyone around her.

More than anything, Sharon loved her family. Her greatest happiness came from spending time with those she loved, celebrating their accomplishments, and creating memories that will be treasured for generations.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents: her beloved husband, Harlan Binghan; and many of her brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her sister Lucille Follman, her daughters, Tina Greenhalgh (Bart) and Sandy Flowers (Jack); her grandchildren, Wade Greenhalgh (Katy), Berdell Greenhalgh (Lacey), Amber Wertz (Bo), Jessica Varner (Lane), Harlan Watkins, Amanda Garcia (Jared), Dawson Flowers, and Darshawn Crawford (Mark); as well as her many cherished great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.

A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at a later date.