—-I just got word from Brian Thompson about the below. He was nice enough to write up a story for me to put up on the site. My condolences to friends and family.
—-The professional wrestling scene in the Newport and Jackson County, Arkansas, area lost a true friend Tuesday, when Sharon Burnside passed away.—-Sharon was the co-owner of Wrestling For A Cause (WFAC), which promotes events each Friday night in Newport, AR, at the WFAC Arena, which is located across from the Newport Sonic. Sharon’s son Chris Bryant, who competes as wrestler Lineman, is the other owner of WFAC. The company has also ventured into other markets with past events in Wynne and Mountain Home, among other locations.—-Most fans and wrestlers were sure to be greeted by a big hug and a smile by Ms. Sharon at each WFAC event. She and Chris made sure that when someone was in need, they did their part by holding benefit events for special needs children and families who just needed that extra special helping hand.
—-Ms. Sharon’s funeral was held Friday morning at Jackson’s Funeral Home in Newport. Ms. Sharon was very generous to her community and now that same community has a chance to give back to her. To help with the expenses of her funeral, a Sharon Burnside Memorial Fund has been set up. Anyone wishing to donate may do so at Merchants & Planters Bank or Jackson’s Funeral Home in Newport. Anyone seeking more info on the fund may call the bank at 870-523-3601 or the funeral home at 870-523-5822.
—-On a personal note, Ms. Sharon will be missed by myself and “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton. Bobby and I first worked for WFAC in June 2004 and have continued to maintain a relationship with the company ever since. Bobby and I last appeared in WFAC on March 24th of this year, one night before my wedding. Ms. Sharon was a good person and I am glad that we got to know her. I can only ask that everyone keeps her family in their thoughts and prayers.
