Sharon Butchko Blumenfeld (aka Elsh) passed away on August 18th, 2025, in Murfreesboro, TN at the age of 80.

She had recently suffered a stroke but was on the road to recovery. She was her usual funny and feisty self, right up to the very end. In a life filled with many serious health issues, she remained resilient and upbeat. She lived her life fully and independently, which is exactly how she wanted it. 

Besides travel, Sharon’s great loves were her family, friends, and her pets. She is survived by her daughter, Mara Blumenfeld, brother and sister-in-law Thomas D. and Leanne Butchko, nieces Shannon Poss (Brandon) and Kymberly Armstrong (JJ), and grand-nieces and nephews Brylee, Caylinn, Maddux, and Gavin Armstrong, Jade Hibpshman, and Nikolai Poss. And, of course, her beloved dog, MuShu.

Cremation will take place at Woodfin Funeral Chapel, Murfreesboro, TN. No services are scheduled at this time. A Celebration of Life will be planned for a future date. In honor of Sharon, please consider a donation in her memory to the ASPCA.