Sharp’s Guestbook

We stopped at Sharp’s Country Store today on our scenic drive from Rockingham County, Virginia. We would love to stop in and visit the store and see the log house when you are open.

My friend Kathy and I happened upon this treasure on our way to the Scenic Highway, but of course every highway in WV is scenic! I was instantly drawn to EVERYTHING. We only had a short amount of time to inhale the flavors of this awesome store but it’s already on my list for next summer. I got some yarn, jelly, a few cards and was tempted by much more. The owner was great to chat with… a beautiful property with clean bathrooms! Yay! I’ll be back!!!!!

An absolute treasure and wonderfully authentic store frozen in time. A museum and antique shop all rolled into one. And even served coke in glass bottles from a vintage cooler! I love this place! Don't ever change.

Loved your Country Store! What History there! The wife and I enjoyed it VERY much! Tom Shipley, was VERY Helpful and Courteous! We will try to return, in the near future! Hang -on to that Bantam Vehicle out front;.... it brought back tons of good memories!!! They were the first (Butler, Pa.) vehicle factory, to initiate, the Willy's............................. Thanks again..... Elmer & Barbara Falcione 4853 Oakridge Drive Pittsburgh, Pa. 15227-1445 police40@att.net

Tom, it was So Great to meet you when we stopped at your store on Tuesday 8/20/13. The store is Great and we really enjoyed the Kissing Bridge, cabin and all of the antiques that you have displayed. The barn is what caught my eye! Love It! We talked about how I had so many of the same items that you also have displayed in your store. I bought the 3 blue flower pots and they match my house perfect! John was So Grateful to you for allowing him to use your cell phone to cancel his dentist appointment here in Wheeling. I was Grateful as well! THANK YOU! I posted on Facebook your website and all of the pictures that I took in your store. I now have many friends who have decided to keep their vacation in our Beautiful state! I've urged them to stop in and see you! When we make a trip back down, we will be sure to stop in again. Until then, have a wonderful, prosperous year! Thanks for making our mini vacation even more memorable! Karen Garvin

Happy 4th of July Tom! Hope all is well up your way. Just a line to let you know that I truly enjoyed our visit. and hope to come back soon.Have a great day.

Tom, it was nice meeting you last Saturday at the store. My daughter and I loved the info. and all the stuff in the store. I read the WV magazine article when I got home and your family went through some sadness during the Civil War. Nice story and history. The Jam I got there is good and I Loved the WVU stone Carrie bought me for fathers day. Will stop by again on our next visit to Snowshoe. I think everyone who stops in will like how your keeping the past alive. Keep it up.

Think of you, Dave and the store and property all the time and long to be there again. Alas, I can ill afford to be there as often as I like. I hope all is going well with you and I plan to use the online sales, soon. Take care and God Bless you and your family.

My family & I visited in July, and you were kind enough to give us a tour of the cabin and re-open the store for us. My Daddy, David Lassiter grew up in Slaty Fork, and I was bringing my son & husband to see the area. It was great getting to see all the wonderful treasures in your store and talking to someone who appreciates the history the way I do. We also appreciate that you took the time to help us find a campground, since we didn't know where we would stay that night. Thank you for everything!

I was born in Slaty Fork in 1937. Dr. Hanna delivered myself and my sister who was born a couple of years later. My middle name is for Emory Shafer who was my fathers boss in the logging operation at the time. I have visited my birthplace ans your store several times over the last 10 years. I hope to spend more time in the area soon (I will be retiring this year) I share your love for the history of the place........Can't believe it's a Ski Resort..... I look forward to visiting soon.

Hi..never have been to your store, but I would love to visit sometime. I am from North Dakota, but was born in Illinois. Lots of Sharp family kin there. Would be great to know if we are related or distant kin. By the way my father went by L.D. Sharp, that's how I found this web site. His name was Louis Denton Sharp (1914-1971) died in Fargo, ND, but was also born in Illinois.

We had a great time visiting with you on Saturday afternoon. Keep up the good fight. Remember, every little victory has meaning, don't get discouraged. By the way that maple candy was amazing! Take care we'll be back around soon. Fred and Autumn Hopkins (fredandautumngoinggreen.blogspot.com)

Hey Tom, Me and a freind visited your store on 8/19/10 while riding bikes, it had been a while for me but a first for him. I still love stopping in and looking around, history teaches us great lessons if we listen but also bring back alot of great memories and your commitment to keeping the past alive is a big value in the county, state and nation! It's a historical store where I show my kids items and stories from the past and they really love it. Keep working and driving your families history as well as a gem of history from our state and nation!! Forest Burke

I am happy to sign the guest book. I am the Granddaughter of Brent T. & Gladys Wooddell. I have many wonderful memories of Sharp's store. My Grandfather would take me up to the store, and it was a treat! I am so happy that the business is still open. I brought my kids there a few years ago and it was a wonderful feeling for them to see living history! Take care :) Cheryl

I am Paul aka Bunk Sharp's grandson. I live in Lyman, Maine now with my wife and son. It's a very proud feeling for me to see my family history is alive and well. Hopefully, someday we can visit.

My husband John along with my daughter Amanda and her boyfriend Kyle wandered into the store at Kyle's request because of the cars out in front of the building and the sign that said "Free Museum". We all really enjoyed meeting Tom and will definitely keep in touch. He has a rich family history that he is keeping alive through his efforts. I am proud to know him, he has great foritude for taking on the forces of government to protect this history and land. Many people would have folded under the pressure but Tom has a great passion for his family history as well as the area's history. It takes a lot of courage and persistence to fight this fight, refreshing in these times.

If only Coke products were actually made with sugar & not High Fructose Corn Syrup, then we could be transported to the "good ole days" for sure. Order some "Mexican" Coca Colas. They only use sugar in the Mexican "Hencho en Mexico" variety . Local Mexican/immigrant population that works, will soon flock to your doors to get them. Throw in some "Jarritos" & homemade tacos & "cha ching" !! While you are at it check out Dublin, Texas "Dr. Peppers" ...awesome. (from Tom at Sharp's Country Store) Byron, thanks for posting. Yes, indeed, we DO have Coke made with cane sugar, just like when I was a kid (I'm old). I would be very interested in some 'Dublin, Texas Dr. Peppers'! Why don't you throw a few cases in the car and come visit with your folks and grandparents? Thanks, Tom

Terriffic store Reminds me of times when values had a meaning.