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Sharon Sofo Obituary

Sharon (Kudla) Sofo

October 9, 2025

Sharon (Kudla) Sofo, 81, of Auburn passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Auburn Community Hospital.

She was a lifelong resident of Auburn, the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Rusynko) Kudla. Sharon graduated from Central High School, Class of 1962, Sharon worked many years as a hairdresser and stylist , helping hundreds of friends and family look their best over the years. She also enjoyed playing cards and was an avid animal lover. Sharon cherished her family and the countless good times that she was fortunate enough to have with them. She will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her loving sons, Joseph (Shirley) Sofo, Michael Sofo Jr.; grandchildren: Taylor (Logan) Haake, Brenden Sofo, twins, Audrey (Luke) Hickey, Austyn Sofo, Joseph A. Sofo Jr.; a great-grandson, Myles; siblings: Michae, Kudla, Thomas Kudla, John Kudla, Robert (Penny) Kudla, George (Lorraine) Kudla, Joyce Hasenjager; sister-in-law, Betty Kudla as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents; she was also predeceased by a sister, Kathleen Wildner and brother, William Kudla.

A calling hour will be held Thursday, October 16th from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM with a brief service to follow, all inside of Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St.,Auburn.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to the SPCA, 41 York St., Auburn.
Published by The Citizen on Oct. 14, 2025.

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Amy Randolph

October 16, 2025

Condolences to her family. Many years ago Sharon was my hairdresser. She was always the sweetest, kindest person who always spoke very fondly of her family.

Mary Cunningham

October 16, 2025

Wonderful woman, good person, great stylist. Rest with the angels Sharon.

Marion Wejko Towner

October 16, 2025

My Favorite Hairdresser....From Many Moons Ago....Rest In Peace My Friend,

Beverly Sylvester

October 15, 2025

Sharon and Mike shared a lot of years as best friends so very sorry to hear of her passing prayer and love to all her family

Carl Corey

October 14, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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