Rick Sharp, an accomplished musician who wrote music reviews for The Alabama Baptist (TAB) for almost five years, died July 20. He was 62.
Sharp wrote his first review in December 2010 after joining his then new wife, Martine Bates Sharp, in writing for TAB. They became an instant hit with readers as the Media Reviews writing team, focusing on music, books and movies.
Martine Sharp has been writing book and movie reviews for TAB since 2005.
Rick Sharp’s final music review ran in the June 25, 2015, issue.
“We were so blessed to have Rick as part of our team,” said TAB executive editor Jennifer Davis Rash. “I’m thankful Martine shared him with us. We are going to miss his fun personality and positive spirit.”
A native of Decatur, Sharp was a member of Central Baptist Church, Decatur, where he played guitar in the praise band.
Rob Jackson, pastor of Central Baptist, described Sharp’s fun and giving spirit, love for his family and focus on the Lord during the July 22 funeral at the church.
Sharp is survived by his wife, six children and 11 grandchildren.
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