Shari Marie DeCosta

Shari Marie DeCosta, 60 of Christiansburg, passed away March 31, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael DeCosta; and parents, Elsie and Kelly Calvin Cox.

Shari is survived by her daughter, Michelle Light (Kenny); grandchildren, Camden Mielnicki, McKinley Light, Brienne Light; siblings, Calvin Cox (Susan), Joel Cox (Terrie), Marlon Cox (Tammy), Barbara Minnick (Robbie), Marlene Smith (Chris); as well as numerous aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Shari loved spending time with her family, especially her three grand babies who called her Nana.   She loved being home.  She was a loving wife, mother and Nana.  Shari had a great sense of humor and never complained but remained positive throughout her short battle with stage 4 metastatic lung cancer.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 1-2 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home.  Funeral Services will begin at 2 p.m. in the Chapel with Pastor Jimmy McLane officiating.  Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Carilion Roanoke Memorial 8^th and 10^th floor doctors and nurses, friend and neighbor Lynda Atkins-Bradbury, and Carilion Hospice.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to help offset funeral costs.