William R. "Bill" Sharpe Jr. (October 28, 1928 – February 16, 2009) was a Democratic member of the West Virginia Senate, representing the 12th District. He was first elected in 1960 and served until 1980. From 1972 until 1980 he served as Majority Whip. He was elected again in 1984 and in 1990 was appointed Senate President Pro Tempore. Sharpe currently holds the distinction of being the longest serving State Senator in West Virginia history, serving a career of over 44 years.
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