Sharolyn Gabbitas
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Sharolyn Gabbitas

  • June 13, 1977 - September 13, 2011
  • Provo, Utah
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“Hi Margie, I just heard from my sister of the loss of your daughter. I was very sad to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you...Read More » ”
1 of 11 | Posted by: Ranae arnold argyle - bountiful, UT

“We love Sharolyn and will always remember her and the powerful influence she has had on all of us. I have never seen a more courageous person walk...Read More » ”
2 of 11 | Posted by: Steven and Beckie Goodrich - UT

“Margie, Jay & Family, I was so saddened to hear about Sharolyn. My prayers are with you all. We would have come in person, but are out of State. ...Read More » ”
3 of 11 | Posted by: Wilma - Payson, UT - Friend

“Jay,Margie & family sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord comfort you and your family at this time. The blessings of the Gospel and the knowledge...Read More » ”
4 of 11 | Posted by: Sandra Hummer - Payson, UT

“I have know Sharolyn for over ten years. Sharolyn and I are long time friends, co-workers and colleagues. I have always held Sharolyn in the...Read More » ”
5 of 11 | Posted by: Sloane Bouchever

“Gabbitas Family, I was able to serve in the Relief Society presidency with Sharolyn in the 229th ward. What an incredible daughter of our...Read More » ”
6 of 11 | Posted by: Lori Leifson Marshall - UT

“I wanted to express my deep sympathy to the Gabbitas family. Sherolyn was way too young, but because she did such wonderful things here on earth,...Read More » ”
7 of 11 | Posted by: alison watkins spencer - AZ

“To Gabbitas family, Sharolyn (Shirly)is a true friend. She was one who always made me laugh but also was there to comfort me and offer advice...Read More » ”
8 of 11 | Posted by: stephanie huff - santaquin, UT

“To the family of Sharolyn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sharolyn was such a great friend and always had a smile on her face. I have...Read More » ”
9 of 11 | Posted by: Amy Ortiz - friend

“I am so sorry for the loss of Sharolyn. I enjoyed watching her grow up. She is a beautiful young lady and she will surely be missed. Our thoughts...Read More » ”
10 of 11 | Posted by: Kathy Carling - Salem, UT

“Jay and Margie, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Amy...Read More » ”
11 of 11 | Posted by: Amy Hickman - Payson, UT - Friend


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Sharolyn Gabbitas, 34, beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece, cousin and friend, passed away on September 13, 2011 at her home in Provo, Utah following an extended illness with Fibro Sarcoma primary bone cancer.

Sharolyn was born June 13, 1977 in Payson, Utah to Jay and Margie Gabbitas.

Sharolyn was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in many callings including Relief Society President of the BYU 229nd Ward. She received her LDS Temple endowments on June 13, 2001 in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple.

Sharolyn graduated from Payson High School and LDS Seminary in 1995. She attended Utah State University and Utah Valley University. She was Youth City Mayor for Payson City 1994-95. She was a gifted singer and pianist. She was a family member known affectionately as Aunt Sharn. She was a friend to all.

Sharolyn was a brilliant business woman and entrepreneur. She worked for: Franklin Covey in management; EDS; Lightbridge, Inc; Info. Space; Authorize.net and in recent years was the founder and owner of her own company, Connect Business Services, LLC. She always said each day was "the best day of her life".

Sharolyn is survived by: her parents, Jay & Margie Gabbitas, Payson; sister, Natalie (Alen) Frandsen, Riverton; brothers, Jared Jay Gabbitas, Santaquin; Sterling Rex (Stephanie) Gabbitas, Gilbert, Arizona; Jordan Brett Gabbitas and Spencer Layne Gabbitas, of Payson; grandmother, Katheryn Hickman, Benjamin; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and her loyal poodles, Daphne and Belle.

The family would like to thank all who have blessed Sharolyn's life and who have been so beautifully helpful in days of stress.

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17, 2011, 11:00 a.m., in the Payson, Utah Stake Center, 650 West 800 South. Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Friday, 6-8:00 p.m. or at the church Saturday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Burial will be in the Payson City Cemetery.