Sharon Lynn Kinley-Schwing

How do I post just one memory where there’s so many? I’ll do my best. When I came to California in June 1989 I’m met Sharon in the ER at Torrance Memorial Hospital. I came out from NYs, as a traveling nurse. She was being transferred from the burn unit to work in the ER. Let’s just say we were pretty polar opposites and we both looked at each other with the questioning glance . She was in a leather jacket and leather pants with a motorcycle helmet in hand. She had very short hair with a braided tail. Little did I know, that tail in her hair had a bounty on it, by the medics and the staff in the ER. People would threaten to cut it off, and she would say “don’t you dare” My first thought when I saw her was : “hmmmm…so this is California.?” she looked at me, with a bit of a scowl, as I was all “fluff and frills” I said “hi” She was to be my lead on nights in the ER. She put me at one end of the ER while she worked the other end, making sure we kept our distance as we didn’t understand each other. Then one night we worked on a trauma patient together. We realized each other wasn’t so bad. From then on, we did everything together and became best friends. In fact, she was the first friend I had in California, and probably the very best one I’ve ever had. We would do everything and go everywhere. We would often go shopping after work, usually at Mervin’s, or just at the mall. We’d grab a few hours of sleep go dancing at “The Hop, and then head back to work, We went to Disneyland, Sea World, did many spa days at Glenn Ivy Hot Springs, where we’d flip a coin to see who got the best masseuse. We had so many adventures! We rode an elephant at the state fair, we played at the Renaissance fair. She taught me how to ride a 4 wheeler at Glamis in the sand dunes. We took a road trip with friends to Yuma and played on the Colorado river. She treated me as family. She brought me to family events celebrating the holidays together. We went horseback riding in big Bear, and in the Hollywood Hills. We dressed up for Halloween multiple times. She was always up for fun. We even decorated the Torrance memorial ER for Halloween and got a wee bit of trouble for that. We dressed that night as bedbugs with drop seat fuzzy pajamas, slippers, pacifiers on a necklace, and Blinky lights on our heads not realizing that the very next morning, the county was having their trauma drill. We had about five minutes notice, so we ran to the OR changed out of our fuzzy drop seat pajamas and into OR scrubs, just in time for the first patient to be brought into the ER. We were very close friends.. We each lived at the other’s house for periods of time. She kind of rescued me multiple times from situations that we’re going on in my life, and for that, I owe her a debt of gratitude. There’s nothing she wouldn’t do to help a friend or family member in need, and I was that friend, in need a few times. Sharon taught me many things, like about being bluntly honest .I was one to softly beat around the bush. Not Sharon,she gave it to you straight. That was one of the things I admired about her. There was a lot of admired about her. Sharon was smart, driven, successful,n
And not afraid to try new things. She went after what she wanted in life. She was deeply loyal to her family. She loved them! When Sharon met Beyn and fell in love, him, and then brought Kylie home, I saw a whole new side of her. She was truly happy and fulfilled being a mom and wife and mom to her dogs! Over some time, I regret that we drifted apart. I truly wish I had kept in touch with her better. She was a rare gem. I have so many wonderful memories of time spent with Sharon. I will treasure those memories forever. There will never be another like Sharon. I miss you, my friend. See you in heaven when I get there someday. I’m sure you’re up there decorating your mansion, making it just right. Blessings

I worked with Sharon in the VN Nursing Department at LBCC. Sharon was a well-respected member of our teaching team, and I truly valued her knowledge, insight and especially her creativity and the many ideas she brought to educating our nursing students.

Sharon was a “master of ideas” but not so great on writing them up. As lead instructor I was sort of left to do that…anyways many of her ideas were instituted into our classrooms which ultimately helped our students to achieve their goals.

Sharon challenged me at times…” pushed my buttons” (but that was part of what made her who she was) …. She was never afraid to speak her mind….and I respect Sharon for doing that and I learned a lot from her.

Bottom line…Sharon was a great nurse, and she was loved and respected by not only her students but by the faculty in the VN department at LBCC.

Lynne Coe-Gysel

In every life we have certain milestones that stay with us...first dance, first love, first kiss. Sharon was my first best friend. She was the "Robin Hood' to my 'Little Johns'. During the time of our friendship, we spent many hours together, spending the night talking about boys, school, life...and boys. Sharon and her family allowed me to experience fishing, frog-gigging, grunion hunting, and the beauty of the Colorado River. It is no surprise to me that she continued her love of the outdoors. Though we were friends so long ago, thanks to the miracle of Facebook (thank you, Matt!), I have been able to keep track my friend as she battled cancer and continued to live her life, on her terms, with grit and grace. I will treasure my memories of our time as best friends forever. Rest well, Sharon. May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.

I have so many good memories of Sharon.
Shared birthdays and holidays. Motorcycling. Horses. Golf. House hunting.
You wove your life into mine, I am forever grateful.

Sharon was a big part of my life in California. She was like a big sister to me. She introduced me to the movie “The Breakfast Club “ and “ Purple Rain”. She was an umpire at my softball games. She took me to fun things and helped when through tough times. I’ll always remember the fun we had together and her lifting me up when I felt helpless and so much more. Love and peace!

Christy & Mark

I’m a Louisiana pal and Mardi Gras celebrant. Sharon brought love and life and dancing to the Okeanos Mardi Gras Ball. She will be remembered well here

I will miss you, my sweet cousin ❤️…until I see your face again as God hands us the reigns of the horses he has for us!
Worship him and ride eternity.

Sharon was one of the most amazing person I have ever met! What a blessing she was to so many! She was funny and fun and stern about my golf game. She always encouraged me to keep playing golf even if it wasn't my best day at golfing. She always had a smile and always spoke her truth! I will miss her and our golfing adventures! We had our cart chats and had a great day whenever we played where ever we played! She was truly a very special lady; I am so grateful for the time we spent on the course. She was the ultimate caregiver even through her own battle!

Rest in peace my friend!!!
It was an honor playing softball, golf with you!!!

You will be truly missed!!!
U can’t get hurt sliding onto a cloud and I am sure u are hitting a few hole in one’s In heaven!!!

I went through Junior High and High School with Sharon and Matt. Was always jealous of the siblings, I, being an only child. I loved her ability to sum people up in an instant, her laugh. I loved the fact that her and Matt made being in band cool. I often miss lunch periods spent with Sharon, Matt, Art, and more. It was a grounding force in navigating school. I regret not staying in touch after high school. I got caught up in my own stuff but always caught up through social media and reunions in the Kinley world. Rest in Power, Sharon. Your spirit shined bright and will be missed. I am up in Northern California now and will miss the service but will be present in spirit.

Jr. High and high school were good to me. Part of the reason for that was getting to know Sharon. She always had a sharp wit with a tongue to match, however, she was rarely wrong when sizing up people, places and situations. While I didn't get to know her as a grown person, I'm certain she was truly the brightest light in the room, wherever she went. Rest in Peace my friend.

I met Sharon many years ago, she was the educator at the hospital we worked at. Sharon was an incredible woman, she inspired me and was always kind and full of energy. Sharon always believed in me and taught me to believe in myself. When she left St. Francis I did not see her for a awhile until we met up at PIH Downey and I had the opportunity to once again work with her, it was one shift but I am grateful that I had that opportunity. Between her and myself we cleared out a whole area in the ER like good old times I got to work with her. Sharon thank you for your kindness and someday I will see you again. Your friend -Yolie

Sharon will be missed so much. We know she's Happy & Pain free, but we miss her Bravery, Caring, and our Conversations. Rest in Peace , We Love You!

Sharon was a valued friend in High School. We hung out mostly after the football games, she and Matt in marching band and I on the drill team. She had a beautiful smile and we would laugh a lot. She was a very kind soul. Rest in peace Sharon.