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Sharon Gillingham Obituary

GILLINGHAM, Sharon D. (Whitaker) Of Burlington, on November 15, 2010, the angels reached down and took into their arms one of their own. Sharon has battled so courageously for eleven years this dreadful disease of breast cancer. Never once asking why me, but rather she tried to show us the strength of love and how it can help you against all odds. Loving wife of Robert Gillingham. Devoted and proud mother of Jesse and his wife Brandie of San Francisco, CA, Nathan and his fiance Nicole of Wakefield, Adam and his partner Kim of Nashua NH, and Meryl B. Gillingham of Burlington. Nana to her precious jewels the grandchildren Tyler, Liam, Nate, Connor, Brody and Keira. Also survived by her mother Denise Cullen and stepfather William Cullen of Wakefield. Her brothers Lewis Whitaker and his wife Maureen of Gig Harbor, WA, Kevin Whitaker of Wakefield, her sisters Theresa Whitaker of Wakefield and Lisa Cooley and her husband Michael of NH. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Sharon attended Medford High School graduating in 1972 and then went on to achieve her LPN from Boston City Hospital. There after she worked as a nurse and raised her four beautiful children. Twenty five years ago Sharon took on the challenge of being the Health/Safety Manager of Aotco Metal Finishing Co. in Billerica. She created this position for the growing company and built it to one where just recently the Billerica Fire Dept. notified Aotco that they would be using Aotco's system as a prototype for other local companies Healthy/Safety and environmental programs. Sharon was an avid cook and hostess and accomplished seamstress. The gardens on her property were the envy to many and she was always creating more beauty to surround us all with. Funeral from the Doyle-Lane Funeral Home, 171 Bedford St., (Rte. 62/Bedford line) BURLINGTON on Saturday, November 20th at 9am. Followed by a Mass of Christian burial at St. Agnes' Church, Arlington at 10am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 4-8pm. Interment Pine Haven Cemetery Burlington. Donations in Sharon's memory may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn: Donor Svcs., PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. For online condolences please visit www.lanefuneral.com. Doyle-Lane Funeral Home Burlington-Winchester 781-272-3098

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2010.

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Amy Goulston Farley

November 23, 2010

Robert & family, I'm so sorry to hear about Sharon's passing. I remember her as a smiling and friendly classmate. She was a sweetheart. Thinking of you!

John Murphy

November 21, 2010

May the same Love of Jesus that is comforting Sharon right now, also rain down upon your family at this sorrowful time for you.
At this very moment, on this Sacred Day, she has been healed and is being illuminated with infinite knowledge and wisdom on what this life was for, and why we must first suffer here in order to appreciate the magnificent gift of Eternal Life where there is no more pain or tears of sorrow.
Christ's Love and Mercy to us all.

Grace Antonelli

November 20, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy to the Entire Family.

Jim Ferraguto

November 19, 2010

To all the Gillinghams -
Although I can't be there with you my heart and prayers are with you.
With deepest regrets
Jim Ferraguto

November 19, 2010

Sometimes you connect with a patient and your life is forever changed. I was deeply saddened today to hear that Sharon had passed away. The nurses on 14D loved her dearly. She was a fighter, a strong beautiful woman with a great sence of humor. I am very sorry for you loss Bob, Jessie, Nathan, Adam, and Meryl.
Ellen RN

November 19, 2010

The Gillingham Family,

We are sorry for your loss. We will miss Sharon, may the memories of your life together help you all to get thru this difficult time.

Bill, Barbara, Shaina, Tracy

Charlie Morris

November 19, 2010

Bob, our depest sympathy is with you and your family at this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort until the day that you once again re-unite with your wife in eternity. God Bless.

Paulette Vartabedian

November 19, 2010

When I think of Sharon, I think of her laugh and optimistic attitude. That is how I will always remember her. A strong and positive person who was a shining light to whoever crossed her path. I will miss her dearly. My sympathy to Bob and family. Know you are in my thoughts.

Tim & Michele Sullivan

November 18, 2010

The Gillingham Family:

When a loved one is taken home,
all we can do is trust in the Lord.
He understands our sorrow, and He will always be there for us.

Sharon lives on with the lives she has touched and the love she has shared. You are all in our thoughts and prayers in your time of mourning.

In God's Love,
Timothy, Michele, Cillian & Caedon Sullivan

Lynne Nason

November 18, 2010

I am truly sorry for your loss. Sharon touched alot of people with just her warm smile. All of you are in my thoughts. God Bless.

Richy and Cheryl Gamrecki

November 18, 2010

Sharon the world has lost a beautiful woman and gained a Beautiful Angel. You will forever be in our hearts! God Bless Bob and family!

Kevin and Sheila

November 17, 2010

Sharon...you will forever be etched in our hearts. We love you...xox

Jeff and Debbie Baker

November 17, 2010

Bob, Jesse, Nathan, Adam and Meryl, So blessed to be part of your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marte Japlit

November 17, 2010

To The Gillingham Family,

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Marte Japlit and Family

Liz Baker

November 17, 2010

I love you Sharon and will miss your smile and warm hugs.

November 17, 2010

Uncle Bob, Jesse, Nathan, Adam, and Meryl, I am soo sorry for what you are having to go through. Auntie Sharon was the best and was always there for me, she was a light in our family and meant alot to me. They must have needed her in heaven because she was an angel. Love you all, and will see you Friday Love, Kristin (Wilke-Brockett)

November 17, 2010

Uncle Bob, Jesse, Nathan, Adam, and Meryl, I am soo sorry for what you are having to go through. Auntie Sharon was the best and was always there for me, she was a light in our family and meant alot to me. They must have needed her in heaven because she was an angel. Love you all, and will see you Friday Love, Kristin (Wilke-Brockett)

Kelly Byrne

November 17, 2010

To The Gillingham Family:
Words can not express how truely sorry I am for your loss. I will keep ALL of you in my thoughts. Lots of love and hugs to all of you.

November 17, 2010

Bob and family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time. We felt so awful when we learned Sharon had passed.

We remember all the good times we had with Sharon, especially at the soccer dances.

Sharon was the best cub scout leader to our little guys way back when. She made everything so much fun for them, and they loved her a lot.

Bless you all,

Jim & Nancy Byrne

November 17, 2010

Dearest Bob,Meryl,Jesse,Nathan and Adam,

Blessings on you Sharon. I'm hoping to catch up with you one of these days. You have been a special 'daughter' and friend since the day I first met you, and a very special source of pride and pleasure. You'll never know how many happy memories I have because of the thoughtful things you have done for us all. I am so grateful for being a part of your life and sharing it with your beautiful family. What a gift you are! I will always be here for all of you.

Peace and love,

Mom,Gramma,Ele

November 17, 2010

Bob and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Sharon was a warm and wonderful person. We will miss her bubbly personality.
She will live on in her beautiful grandchildren. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Deb and Rich Hanna

Colleen Gianino

November 16, 2010

Dear Auntie Sharon,

I do not even know where to begin. Thank you for always being a strong, inspiring person in my life. I can't believe you have left but I know in my heart you are now at peace and one day our paths will cross again. We will all certainly miss the wondrous meals you have cooked, the ingenious gifts and crafts you've invented over the years and all of the love and generosity you have shared with your friends and their families. I love you and will miss you. You will not be forgotten.

Uncle Bob, Jesse, Nathan, Adam and Meryl, we love you and we are here for you.

My deepest sympathies,
Colleen

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