Mary Sharon Jimenez passed away on December 21, 2016. She was 62 years old. She was born on May 14, 1954 in El Centro, CA and resided in Sacramento, CA. Sharon graduated in 1972 from Central Union High School and then from San Diego State University in 1978 where she earned a B.A. in Psychology. Since 1996, Sharon has worked for the State of California as a Community Program Specialist for the Department of Developmental Services. Prior to DDS, Sharon worked at Alta California Regional Center as a service coordinator and resource developer and at San Diego Regional Center as a service coordinator. Sharon embodied what it meant to be a strong advocate for Californians with a developmental disability. Sharon was a phenomenal and beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She deeply and unconditionally loved her family and friends...a precious gift to all who knew her. She was tremendously selfless and the first to come to those in need of support, generously giving of herself and time. Sharon was passionate with her church, St. Anthony's Parish, volunteer work at Loaves and Fishes and with participating in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Event. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Mae Jimenez; mother and father-in-law, Helen and Emmet Hagerty; sister, Joyce Ann Bormann; brother, Richard John Jimenez and brother-in-law, Allan Pipkin. She leaves behind her brother, Robert Jimenez; sister, Susan Jimenez Pipkin; nieces and nephews, Stephanie (Christian), Brett (Kristen), Kristy (Lance) and Carolyn (Hugo) Bormann; Joseph (Jennifer), Marissa, Katie and Jamie Pipkin; Francie, Robert, Richard and Ashley Jimenez; former husband, Sean Hagerty; sister-in-law, Valerie (Michael) Hagerty; brother-in-law, Conrad (Patti) Bormann and many great nieces and nephews. Sharon's memorial service will be on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at St. Mary's Parish in El Centro, CA. A Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m., Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m., and a reception following the mass in the Parish Hall.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online from Feb. 22 to Feb. 24, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for MARY JIMENEZ

23 Entries

Maria Damitz

May 14, 2024

I knew it was Sharon's birthday today, and I just realized she was born 70 years ago. I miss her so much. Such a fun, great and thoughtful friend. Happy birthday in heaven my dear. I love you forever.

Marsha Kadish-Lulley

February 16, 2021

I first met Sharon in 1981 when we both worked at San Diego Regional Center. We became fast friends and our friendship continued throughout the years. Sharon was an incredible friend whose infectious laugh and beautiful smile lit up a room. She had an indomitable spirit and tbe kindest heart. I miss her so much! . RIP my dear friend! ❤❤❤

Molly Elmore

February 28, 2017

Dearest Sharon:
When we first met @ the Rolando apartments in 1977, I was so impressed by you and your sister, Susan, that I didn't feel worthy to be your friend! You were both so kind and friendly and sweet. Over the years, I grew to love you both! I was not brought up in a family that demonstratively showed our affection or said I love you much, so when you started saying love you when we were saying goodbye or signing off on the phone, at first, it felt funny, but before too long I looked forward to these words. Thank you for teaching me this! I can honestly say you were my favorite roommate, maybe because it was only for six months, lol. After insisting you could commit to stay for at least a year, you met Sean and he whisked you away to be his bride.
I remember that first ski trip with the gang in Lake Tahoe in 1982 where you fell and injured your knee. Although you suffered on and off after that with recurring problems from it, you persisted and went back skiing over and over again. I have many wonderful memories of being on the slopes together and also of hiking in Yosemite with you while you wore the knee brace. I'll always remember how you wanted to get the professional photograph at Tahoe one time, and I wondered why you wanted to spend the money on it, thinking we could just have someone take a picture of us. You insisted I pose in a particular way, instructing me to place my feet just so, and then you got in position for the shot. I felt, Why are we making a big deal out of this, but now that picture is one of my fondest possessions as a memory of all the fun we had in the good ole days.
You were a perfectionist. It showed in your devotion to your job, helping the developmentally disabled, and it showed in the way you dressed and were always so well accessorized, the signature chic beret, and the glamorous shoes and boots, OMG! You were a class act.
Oh, how I will miss the phone calls when you would be passing through San Diego on the way to El Centro, saying, Hi, Girlfriend! How is Boyfriend? my husband, John. How is Brown Eyes? my dog, Peanut, who loved to try to sneak into your room when you stayed with us. I so looked forward to meeting up with you for lunch, which would include visits to some of our favorite hangouts, Nordstroms and/or Macy's.
I'll never forget how devoted you were to Ricky when he was sick and hospitalized in San Diego, using all your vacation and leave time to come be with him, becoming his personal medical advocate, making numerous phone calls to doctors and nurses on his behalf. Of course, when a local news station was doing a story at the hospital, they chose to interview you and Ricky, being drawn to your magnetic personality. And then, again, the same week, as you were doing a quick walk through Fashion Valley Mall, a different local news crew chose you again to interview about the localized flooding around the area. You knew exactly the right route to take to get there to avoid any problems.
When you were staying with us one time, I recall you suggested to me I should be nicer to my husband, haha. My first reaction was to tell you that I am in fact nice to him, but then I realized you were just trying to help me out in your caring way so I wouldn't have to experience a painful divorce, and perhaps you were right. I was so lucky to have a friend like you!
The best time of all was the trip we took to London and Paris. I was hesitant to spend the money to go, but thought at the time, maybe I'll never get an opportunity like this again (unfortunately, how right I was) so I went to help you celebrate your 60th birthday, which we did in your usual animatable style, with mimosas on the London Eye, the world's largest ferris wheel on the River Thames, and then on to Paris! Wow, it was a trip of a lifetime for me filled with so many special memories. Of course, you made fast friends with absolutely everyone else on the tour with us, knew all their names, and stayed in touch with them afterwards. So here's lookin at you, Kid. We'll always have Paris. May you rest in peace until we meet again. Love you! My sincere condolences go out to
your lovely family.

La Bonita

February 25, 2017

La Bonita.

February 25, 2017

Barbara Clem

February 24, 2017

Sharon I knew through Alta Regional Ctr. in Sacramento. Always a kind word, endering words she often spoke. I will always remember her for her quick wit and forever smile. Always the first to help and assist and never a negative word. I enjoyed working with her for so many reasons, always such a delight. She's a part of a very sweet memory. I pray for the family and loved ones she leaves behind, remembering, she's just a whisper away.

Buck Buchanan

February 24, 2017

Such a shock to hear of a classmate's passing at such an early age.

Condolences to her family and relatives.

M M

February 24, 2017

Rest in Peace.

a loved one

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Rachel Skewes

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Ramona Campos

February 23, 2017

Susan and family,
My condolences on the loss of your beloved sister Sharon.

Sean Hagerty

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Irene McDowell

February 22, 2017

Sharon will always be a beautiful picture in my heart. I am deeply saddened, my sincere prayers and love and thoughts I offer to her family. Always.

Virginia Gutierrez

February 22, 2017

Sharon it was such pleasure to have met you. I will forever remember you especially your beautiful sense of humor. Rest In Peace

Sharon and I soon after we first became friends. She looks so beautiful !

Nanci Dennis

February 22, 2017

Nanci Dennis

February 22, 2017

My dear friend, Sharon....I will never stop missing you and the time we had together. I cherish our memories and the times we shared. You were one of life's greatest gifts for me. I hope you are peaceful and happy now and I will forever keep you close. I love you my beautiful, beautiful friend.

Debbie Feuerborn

February 22, 2017

Mary Sharon- my dear grade school friend. You spread love and laughter wherever you went. RIP.

Carol Ashley

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Carol Ashley

February 22, 2017

RIP Sharon...I will always remember your beauty, great talking voice, and High School Days!

Karen Gonseth

February 21, 2017

How very true that Sharon was a friend who loved unconditionally. I was thinking about her today, and that was my predominant thought. She loved and was loved by so many. We love and miss you, Sharon. We look forward to seeing you again in heaven.

Sharan Fornasero

February 21, 2017

GOD BLESS YOU BEAUTIFUL SHARON.... YOU WERE BRIGHTNESS AND JOY WHEN LAST WE MET..... ALWAYS REACHING OUT WITH LOVE TOWARD EVERYONE YOU CHANCED TO MEET..... ONLY KIND WORDS ESCAPED YOUR BEAUTIFUL LIPS..... A TRUE ANGEL ON EARTH.... AND NOW OUR LORD'S BEAUTIFUL DELIGHT IN HEAVEN.....LOVE, SHARAN AND PAUL

Racheal Holcomb

February 21, 2017

Miss and love your caring ways with all. May God place you on his right hand for when he needs your help.,ha ha xoxo love you more!!!

Marsha Kadish-Lulley

February 21, 2017

Sharon was an incredibly beautiful person -- both inside and out! I feel so lucky to have had her as a dear friend X over 35 years! There wasn't anything Sharon would not do for her family or friends! I will forever miss her gorgeous smile and infectious laugh! May you RIP my sweet and beloved friend! Love you always, Marsha

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