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“Claude and Family, It was an honor to have met Sam in Germany and continued our correspondence when we both returned to the states. She was an...Read More »
1 of 16 | Posted by: Theresa Mueller - Hewitt, NJ

“Claude and Family My deepest condolences to you. I would have loved to have met Sam.. she does have an infectious smile that I see others reflect...Read More »
2 of 16 | Posted by: Julie Whitted - Minneapolis, MN

“Sam was my friend. People who met her, for better or worse, were drawn to her. She was one of the most spiritually powerful people I have ever...Read More »
3 of 16 | Posted by: Denise D Markowski - Green Bay, WI

“I continue to think of Sharon "Sam" of all the great times we shared in Green Bay and in Door County! Sharon's smile was beautiful, her spirit was...Read More »
4 of 16 | Posted by: Mary Nemec - Green Bay , WI

“My tears continue to flow. If I could have taken Sam's place, I would. Her inner light was a beacon to anyone who wanted one of the best friend's...Read More »
5 of 16 | Posted by: Kelly Winters - Green Bay, WI

“We are very sad to hear of Sam's passing. She was a wonderful person and very strong leader. She will be missed by many of us in the Arbor's. Our...Read More »
6 of 16 | Posted by: Jeff - Hobe Sound , FL - Neighbor

“Claude & Family ~ Ancient Egyptians believed that upon death they would be asked two questions and their answers would determine whether they...Read More »
7 of 16 | Posted by: Ed & Bettyann Frederick - FL

“My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of this wonderful woman. Mrs. Hollingsworth was such a joy to be around. She...Read More »
8 of 16 | Posted by: Amanda Isbell - PSL, FL

“We got to know Sharon through her sister, Linda. Over the years, Sam became a special friend, also. We shared many happy and not-so-happy times with...Read More »
9 of 16 | Posted by: Bill & Sandy Allen - Livonia, MI

“Our heartfelt condolences to Sam's family and friends. Tom and Doreen Lepore ”
10 of 16 | Posted by: Doreen Lepore

“Our deepest sympathy for the passing of a very special person. She will not be forgotten by her close friends and neighbors. John Benvenuti Mike...Read More »
11 of 16 | Posted by: John Benventi - Hobe Sound, FL

“Deepest Sympathy from my family and the staff of Employee Health Services. Sam was from the old neighborbood in Michigan and was half a semester...Read More »
12 of 16 | Posted by: Debra Davis - Port St. Lucie , FL

“"Sam" will be sorely missed. Sam was my customer for the past 7 years and through that time we shared nice conversations. She lit up my showroom when...Read More »
13 of 16 | Posted by: Jill Kretzer - Hobe Sound, FL

“Our most sincere condoleances to the family. ”
14 of 16 | Posted by: Gaby & Gil Charette - Hobe Sound, FL

“Sam has not only been my next door neighbor for the last 6 years, but a dear friend, who has always taken the time and been there as a friend......Read More »
15 of 16 | Posted by: Carol Sternitzke - Hobe Sound, FL

“"Sam" was an extremely special person. She made optimism and a positive outlook the major traits in her life and they were always reflected in her...Read More »
16 of 16 | Posted by: Ned Grede, Dick & Alyce Grady - FL


Sharon Leigh Hollingsworth, 56, of Hobe Sound, FL, died Aug. 4, 2011 at the Martin Memorial Med. Ctr., Stuart, FL. Born in Detroit, MI, she lived in Hobe Sound for 11 years coming from Jupiter, FL. She came to Florida from Green Bay, WI. She was a human resources consultant and the owner HR Access. Survivors include her husband, Claude Werder of Hobe Sound; sons, Kenton Samfilippo of Stuart, and Ryan Werder of Ferndale, MI; daughters, Kristen Samfilippo of Dayton, OH, and Danielle Werder of Minneapolis, MN and, a sister Linda Hollingsworth of Livonia, MI. A private Celebration of Her Life will be held at later. Memorial contributions may be made to the Treasure Coast Hospices, 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34996 or at www.tchospices.org. Arrangements are under the direction of the Forest Hills Funeral Homes Young and Prill Chapel, Stuart. An on line registry is available to sign and leave notes of condolence at www.youngandprill.com .