Luis Sharpe, Cardinals Legend, Passes Away
The world of American football mourns the loss of Luis Sharpe, former left tackle for the Arizona Cardinals, who passed away at the age of 65. Sharpe was an emblematic player of the franchise, leaving an indelible mark on the team’s history. Sharpe, selected three times for the Pro Bowl, played his 13 seasons in the NFL with the Cardinals, both in his time in St. Louis (1982-1987) and in Arizona (1988-1994). The news of his death was shared by his widow, Tameka Williams-Sharpe, through social media on Saturday.Born in Havana, Sharpe grew up in Detroit and was selected in the first round of the 1982 draft (16th overall) from UCLA. During his career, Sharpe played in all 189 regular season games with the Cardinals, standing out with his three Pro Bowl selections in the years 1987, 1988, and 1989.“With deep sadness and love, I share that my beloved husband, Luis Sharpe, has passed away. His strength, love, and faith were a light to all who knew him. I am grateful for every moment we shared and for the many prayers and kindnesses extended to our family. Although my heart is heavy, I trust that Luis now rests in God’s eternal peace. Please continue to keep our family in prayer,” she wrote.
Tameka Williams-Sharpe
