A New Beginning in Keddie

In the fall of 1980, Glenna Susan "Sue" Sharp sought a fresh start for herself and her five children. Leaving behind a troubled marriage in Connecticut, she relocated to the serene, rural community of Keddie, California. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Keddie offered a peaceful retreat, and Sue secured residence in Cabin 28 of the Keddie Resort. Alongside her were her children: John (15), Sheila (14), Tina (12), Rick (10), and Greg (5). The family quickly adapted to their new surroundings, with John, the eldest son, attending Quincy High School and forming a close bond with his friend, Dana Wingate.

The Fateful Night of April 11, 1981

April 11, 1981, began like any other day for the Sharp family. John and his friend Dana spent the afternoon in Quincy, a nearby town, engaging in typical teenage activities. They were last seen hitchhiking back to Keddie around 10:00 p.m. Meanwhile, Sheila had plans to spend the night at a neighbor's house, leaving Sue at home with the younger children and their friend, Justin Smartt. Tina, who had been watching television next door, returned home around 9:30 p.m. The night seemed uneventful, with no immediate signs of the horror that was about to unfold....Read More