Charlotte Community Mourns the Loss of Sharron Massey: Beloved Nurse and Entrepreneur Fatally Shot in South Park Apartment Parking Deck

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA (October 13, 2025) — A deep sense of grief and disbelief has swept through the city of Charlotte following the tragic death of Sharron Massey, a well-known nurse, real estate entrepreneur, and devoted mother, who was fatally shot early Monday morning in the parking deck of the Hazel South Park Apartments on Barclay Downs Drive. The shocking act of violence has left family, friends, and colleagues mourning the loss of a woman remembered for her compassion, ambition, and dedication to helping others.

According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 5:30 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Massey suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside her vehicle. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet disclosed details regarding a possible suspect or motive, but detectives continue to actively investigate what they are describing as a targeted attack.

The tragic loss of Sharron has left the community heartbroken. Known widely in both the healthcare and real estate industries, she was celebrated for her remarkable ability to balance a demanding nursing career with her thriving business ventures. Friends say her work ethic was unmatched — a reflection of her lifelong drive to uplift others and build something lasting not only for herself but for her family and community.

“Sharron was one of those people who just made you feel seen,” said a close friend and colleague. “Whether you knew her from the hospital or the real estate world, she treated everyone with respect and kindness. She worked hard, cared deeply, and lived her life with so much purpose.”

Born and raised in North Carolina, Massey dedicated much of her life to service and success through compassion. Her nursing career was marked by years of care, leadership, and advocacy for her patients — often going beyond her professional responsibilities to ensure those in her care felt supported and understood. Outside of healthcare, she pursued her passion for real estate, becoming a respected name in Charlotte’s housing market. Her entrepreneurial spirit inspired many, especially young women who looked up to her as a mentor and role model.

Friends and family describe Sharron as a woman of resilience, faith, and grace, who always found time to give back despite her busy schedule. She was a mentor to aspiring nurses and entrepreneurs alike, a confidante to her friends, and a loving mother who constantly encouraged her children to follow their dreams.

“Her energy was magnetic,” one friend shared. “She lit up every room she walked into. She believed in people — even when they didn’t believe in themselves.”

The news of her death has sparked widespread mourning on social media, with tributes pouring in from across Charlotte and beyond. Many have expressed outrage over the senseless nature of her killing, calling for justice and for her memory to be honored through continued community support and advocacy against violence.

In a statement, CMPD assured the public that investigators are working tirelessly to bring answers to the family and justice to those responsible. “We know this case has deeply impacted the community,” a department spokesperson said. “Our thoughts are with Ms. Massey’s loved ones as we continue to pursue every lead.”

As her family grapples with the unimaginable pain of her loss, those who knew Sharron are choosing to focus on the light she brought into the world — a light that, even in tragedy, continues to shine through the lives she touched.

Plans are underway for a public memorial service in Charlotte, where friends, coworkers, and loved ones will gather to celebrate her life, achievements, and the compassion she showed to so many.

Sharron Massey’s passing leaves an unfillable void — in her family, in her community, and in the hearts of those who loved her. Yet, her legacy endures in every life she changed, every dream she inspired, and every act of kindness she shared.

In loving memory of Sharron Massey — a nurse, entrepreneur, and extraordinary woman whose light will forever shine in the city she helped heal and build.