Sharon Eisman, 68

WARWICK, R.I. – Sharon D. Eisman, of Warwick, passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2025. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Irving and Rita (Schweitzer) Eisman, she was predeceased by her loving dog, Starr.

She leaves behind her beloved sister, Bonnie Eisman, of Warwick; aunts and uncles, Sydelle and Marty Rosenwasser, of New York, and Lynne and Marty Eisman, of Florida; along with many cousins throughout the country and others with whom she had always appreciated spending time. She is also survived by her dear sister and best friend, Cheryl Labrandi, and numerous friends in and out of the art community.

Sharon, owner of Starr Designs, was an award-winning professional artist, calligrapher and master gardener. She passionately tended to her home garden. She was an active member of the Warwick Center for the Arts and a longtime supporter of the Wickford Art Association, Providence Art Club, Masscribes, IAMPETH and East Greenwich Art Club, to name a few. She was also a great supporter of her fellow artists. Please visit her website sharondeisman.art to fully appreciate what an amazing artist she was.

Following in the footsteps of her father, Irving, Sharon continued to volunteer at St. Patrick’s soup kitchen, in Providence, a tradition since the early 1970s. She maintained lifelong friendships with the many wonderful people she worked with there. Sharon was a kind and generous person, loved by many, who will surely be missed!

Donations can be made to Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886; Wickford Art Association, 36 Beach St., North Kingstown, RI 02852; or the art organization of your choice.