Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Denise Wolfson Obituary
Nov. 29, 1963 - Feb. 21, 2010
Denise E. Wolfson, 46, of Sarasota, formerly of Chicago, died Feb. 21, 2010.
A memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Faith Presbyterian Church. Packer Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include her loving husband, Michael; mother, and father, George and Bernice of Sarasota;
A brother, Craig (Chantal) Bachar of Sarasota; a sister, Lisa (Jeffrey) Koontz of Peach Tree, Ga.; a brother-in-law, David (Sheila) Wolfson; a sister-in-law, Lynda (Kevin) Walsh; in-laws Harold and Judy Wolfson of Massachusetts; nine nieces and nephews; and many family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, make donations to Girls Inc. of Sarasota, 201 South Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34239, (941) 366-6646.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Denise Wolfson
March 10, 2010
I've read the wonderful tributes given for Denise and thought everyone had pretty much said it all but then I remember seeing her at a nearby plaza just a couple months ago and she told me about her illness. She was smiling, brave, no complaining, no whining - she smiled. This is the Denise I remember, whatever was going on she kept smiling. I worked at the Colony with her and lived in the same area as Denise - I would often see her walking past my condo...she will be missed. May God Bless her and her family and all her friends. She is really blessed to have so many.
Linda Guisinger
Randy & Callie Ruby
March 10, 2010
Dear Mike and Family,
I am trully sorry for your loss. Denise was always so nice and happy. I remember her from when she worked at the YMCA and she was always so nice. I am trully sorry for your loss and if you need anything just call us.
Love
Callie & Randy Ruby
Susan Barnhardt-Dinse
March 4, 2010
To: Everyone who had Denise in any part of there life.
You are in my thoughts and prayers in your time of grief & may your memories bring you comfort as they will me. Denise & I were great friends throughout our School & Softball years, I wished we would of stay in touch more throughout the latter years. My heart goes out to everyone & may God bless All in this time of sorrow. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived, we will cherish the memories forever. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over all of you. In loving memory of a wonderful person, we will love you and miss you always & you will always live in our hearts and prayers. Peace,
David Mollek
March 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Denise's family. Denise and i were confirmed together at Concordia luthern. It is a time i will never forget.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Jeff and Kathi Pletzke
March 1, 2010
Dear George and Bernie and the Wolfson family,
Although we never met Denise, we have heard wonderful things about her. Our hearts go out to you as you cope with the terrible loss of your beautiful daughter. Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
February 27, 2010
To Mike & her hole family
Denise always made you feel good about your self.& if you thing that i can't Do some in life.she would always tell
you that you can Do this.i missed her working at the ymca.I am so glad that God put her in my life.Denise & all of you will always be in my heart.I am praying for you all.If you every need me please call me any time.from Dave wallace
Pam Jones
February 26, 2010
I played Miss Sarasota Softball with Denise. She was one of the great players the league had. We traveled together to Bermuda and also to the National All Stars in California (1979). I was shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with you
Marcy (Undella) Alberdi and Family
February 26, 2010
To the Bachar (Wolfson) family, Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Denise was a beautiful and talented friend and teammate. She was truly an inspiration, both on the field and off, and the whole Undella family feels your loss.
Earl (Lee) Crockett
February 26, 2010
Extreme sadness on the passing of a dear old friend. May our heavenly father grant thee eternal peace in heaven. My condolences to all the family.
Ulli
February 26, 2010
It is with immense sadness that we have to bid farewell to Denise today. My thoughts and prayers will be with you, Mike, and the entire family. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. Ulli
Melissa Hanna
February 26, 2010
To the Wolfson Family and the Bachar Family, I did not have the pleasure of ever meeting Denise,but after reading all of these beautiful memories her friends and family have of her I can see she was loved VERY much by her friends and family. Mike I have never even met you. I am a friend of your moms and I just wanted to let you and her know I am thinking of you and I am so sorry for your loss!!! You are all in our prayers. Sincerely Melissa and John Hanna
Tammy (Patterson) LeMaster
February 26, 2010
Denise is one of those people I will never forget. I too have countless memories of Denise on the softball field were she was in a league of her own but remember her as a caring person as well. I was saddened to hear of her passing and will keep her family in my prayers.
Valerie Warren
February 25, 2010
I first met Denise at Cork and Olive. We became fast friends. I went to see her at WineStyles a few months back and have been thinking about her ever since. I was shocked to learn of her passing. I thought about going to see her again but never found the time. Now I feel terrible that I did not make the time! She was an amazing woman and I will miss her very much!
Valerie
David Gould
February 25, 2010
To the Bachar family,
I am saddened at hearing of the loss of Denise. She was a wonderful person and I am lucky to have known her, even if the last time I saw her was many years ago. My condolences to you all--she will be missed.
February 25, 2010
Mike, I had the pleasure of meeting you and Denise at a mutual friends house after first learning of her illness. She was very brave and left a lasting impression in my heart. God bless you and your family.
Linda Pontarelli
Shelly (Yoder) Kunkle
February 25, 2010
to denise's family, I went to SHS and played softball with her. Leslie Kantor, Denise and I were the three amigos. She always had a beautiful smile and a very good athelete. I was saddened to hear she passed away so soon. May God be with you and comfort you!
Sincerely, Shelly ( Yoder) Kunkle
Erin (Clancy)Brauner
February 24, 2010
Denise and I spent some wonderful times together at Sarasota High School. I was fortunate enough to keep in touch with her over the years. She helped me celebrate my 40th birthday and made me smile even when I was losing my Dad to cancer a few years ago. My sincerest sympathies to Mike and all of her family during this difficult time.
Bruce Knisel
February 24, 2010
Mike, Bernie, George, Lisa & Craig. We are shocked to learn of your loss. Denise was a beautiful and talented young lady that we all have very fond memories. We lived next door to the Bacher family for 11 fabulous years and could not ask for nicer neighbors. May God bless all of you. Bruce Knisel, Andy, Pat and Dan.
February 24, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Bachar,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I don't have words to express how saddened I am by Denise's passing. I guess I just thought there would be more time. Denise was a good friend and a great person--we had lots of fun times when we were younger. She will be truly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Kenny and Whitney Tucker
Lisa Silvertooth
February 24, 2010
I worked with Denise at the Colony and remember how much my girls enjoyed my MOD days because they could spend the weekend with Denise in the kids program. When Denise left the Colony I will never forget how disappointed we all were. A few weeks later my girls came home from South Side School so excited because Denise started to work the after school program. Denise was a special person and left such a great impression on my girls. Denise you will be truly missed. GOD BLESS
February 24, 2010
Mike,Bernie,George,Lisa and Craig:
I am so sorry. My heart is breaking and I am deeply saddened. Denise will always have a special place in my heart.
Love Gale Van Landuyt
Wendy (West) Fitton
February 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers with Denise's family. Denise played Miss Sarasota Softball when I did, and I remember her talent. I lost a husband to cancer years ago and know that pain. As a Christian I grieve with HOPE. Peace ~ Wendy West Fitton
Robert Papazian
February 24, 2010
Denise was empolyeed at The Field Culb for many summers and was involved in our summer camp programs in which she work with our clubs children. Many of our kids enjoyed her fun nature and her energy. She was a positive person and a good role model for our clubs children. She shall be missed by all of us.
THe Field Club Families and children
jennifer saladino-richetta
February 24, 2010
I have hundreds if not a thousand memories of Denise from playing ball with her. She was every word of the definition "gifted" in her athletic abilities.I can only imagine what she was able to accomplish in the past twenty years of her young life.My prayers and thoughts to the entire family for your loss.
Gena deribeaux
February 24, 2010
Denise was my childhood idol. She hung out with my sister Ann & Leslie Kantor and the softball community. I was her biggest fan and I always wanted to be a talented athlete like her... I even named my Barbie dolls after her. I think maybe because of her I am very active because of her positive influence on me from those softball days. To me Denise was and always will be Miss Sarasota Softball. I know Denise was always loved by all and will be truly missed. My heart aches for her family and friends. With sincere deep sympathies, Gena (Genoff) DeRibeaux
Tony Bennett
February 24, 2010
Mike,
Leigh, Chris and I are so terribly saddened about your momentous loss. We've always known "Neesy" as a fun-loving and vivacious person who was always sensitive to other's problems and dilemmas. We'll miss her sense of humor and kind words. You are a better person for having loved her. As always, you are both in our prayers and we're here for you anytime. Hopefully, you will find a degree of comfort knowing that Denise was much-loved and appreciated by so many. Tony, Leigh & Chris Bennett
Debbie West-Giddens
February 24, 2010
I remember knowing Denise thru many years as young kids playing softball in Ms Sarasota softball. She was an outstanding player! I always admired her atheletic abilites. I even went on a trip with her and other chosen softball players to Bermuda to play ball down there. It was a fun trip. I remember Denise is lively and humoruous personality. So sorry to hear that she has passed at such a young age. My prayers are with your whole family as you greive. May God bring you peace through this difficult time.
Lisa Siroky
February 24, 2010
So many fun memories of Denise, Robin , me & Jamie at the YMCA. She was such a wonderful person -full of energy & a great sense of humor. She will be missed so much. Prayers to the family- May God lead you through this dark hour.
Blair Henderson
February 24, 2010
I knew Denise since our days back at Southside Elementary.
We went to school together through highschool. She was always positive, a super athlete, and gave everything her best. I truly thought she would win this fight, but I guess God had other things in mind for her. While we're all terribly sad that she's not with us, I know she's in a better place free from suffering and full of peace and light. If God needed a winning softball or tennis team in Heaven, he's finally got his star player! She's on a beautiful new journey now, and hopefully through our grief we can find some comfort in that.
Lana and Malcolm Taylor
February 24, 2010
Dear Mike,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Malcolm and I know how much she was loved and will be missed. We send you our thoughts and prayers and know that we are here for you at any time. We will all remember Denise's humor and our many fun times together. Thinking of you often, know that you are surrounded by many friends and much love. Lana and Malcolm
Lisa Shock
February 24, 2010
I worked with Denise at The Colony. She was truly a wonderful person. I know how special her family and friends were to her. She will be truly missed.
alicia Stein
February 24, 2010
To the wolfson/Bachar family
I met Denise her first day at Southside elementary!What a privelage and a gift to watch her grow from a tomboy to a beautiful gracious woman.
Let us all grieve together to honor our sister and her family at this time.
Ronnie Bridges
February 24, 2010
May the prayers of your friends help you through this time of grief. Denise had such a zest for life and touched so many lives with her warm smile. She will be missed. Sincere Simpathy, Ronnie & David Bridges
Showing 1 - 33 of 33 results
Make a Donation
in Denise Wolfson's name
Memorial Events
for Denise Wolfson
Funeral services provided by:
Gendron Funeral & Cremation Services - Sarasota135 N Lime Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
People and places connected with Denise
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Denise's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Denise Wolfson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
