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Paula Hollihan Obituary

Paula Marks Hollihan (1962-2013) Paula was born in Germany and lived her younger years as a military child. She finally landed in Marco Island, Florida where she graduated from high school in Naples. Paula went on to get her Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida. Paula has been vigorously fighting Lymphoma cancer for the past 14 years. Paula's main goal was to see her children graduate from high school and get them enrolled into college. Paula was the type of person that found good in everything and everyone. She tried to put a smile on everyone's face. She was a mother to most, trying to fix everybody's problems. She accomplished that with the utmost love and security of her family and friends. Paula was the most amazing person that anyone could have known. We love you and are very proud of what you did for everyone. From her father Paul, her mother Louise, her brother Greg, and wife Sally, their children Jessie, and Bobby, her daughter Siera, son Len Jr., and husband Len, and all of our families, we love you and you will always be in our hearts. Paula would also like me to thank Craven Thompson & Associates Inc. for all the support throughout her career. Also to all her friends and acquaintances, thank you very much. Paula, we will always love and miss you! There will be a service for Paula in mid January, and will be posted at a later date.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Dec. 15, 2013.

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Sherrie Marks

December 14, 2024

Paula, I keep photos of you around the house, so I can always see your smiling face. I miss you beyond words. You were the sister I never had. You never said a bad word towards anyone, you were the best of humankind!
Every time the song American Girl by Tom Petty comes on, I think about our last dance at that festival. We always had so much phone and funny antics growing up. I love you always and forever

Don

December 9, 2024

Miss You every day you are always in our thoughts and greatly missed.

Luke

April 23, 2024

I interacted with Paula as a vendor for Craven Thompson. She was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I hope her family is blessed by her memory

David Kupsick

December 13, 2023

I thought about Paula yesterday while driving by Crossroads Park of Commerce in Ft. Pierce...

We miss you

Dave Kupsick

Don S.

December 12, 2023

I can't believe it has been ten years since your passing, you are always in our thoughts and greatly missed.

Greg Marks

December 9, 2023

It´s been ten years now. You are always in our thoughts and conversations. We all miss you.

Wendy

December 9, 2022

Miss you still. I look at your picture every day, taped to my computer.

David Kupsick

December 9, 2021

A wonderful person who will never be forgotten.

Wendy

December 8, 2021

I still miss you so much and have your picture on my computer so I can smile at you everyday. I always think about you, but more so this time of year. Gone way too soon.

December 9, 2020

You are truly missed and always in my thoughts

Wendy Gordon

December 9, 2020

It can't possibly be 7 years since you left us. You are so missed!!!

March 11, 2019

Happy Birthday I know you are celebrating ! Miss you

December 9, 2018

Paula you are Missed very Much, Love Always

December 8, 2018

It has been 5 years since your passing and you are always in our thoughts

Love always

Wendy

December 6, 2018

almost 5 years. still can't believe you are not with us anymore. miss you always.

Your favorite Goddess

March 12, 2018

Happy Birthday!!! I miss you so much.

March 11, 2018

Happy Birthday!!!! You are truly missed and in our thoughts daily.

Your favorite Godess

December 14, 2017

Been trying to leave a message since the 8th but I couldn't get in! So glad I finally am able to tell you how much I still miss you. There's ornaments on the Christmas tree with your name.

Cheryl Traines

December 13, 2017

Thinking of you.

December 8, 2017

You are thought of every day and missed so much

Mike

October 26, 2017

I cannot express the sadness I feel today after learning of Paula's passing. She'll always hold a special place in my heart.
Paula, I'm sorry you had to endure any pain in your life. May you forever rest in peace.

April 11, 2017

Paula,
It's been a very very very long time since we last met, but a random thought of you occurred to me and compelled me to search and then discover this terrible news.

You are deeply missed.

March 11, 2017

Happy Birthday Paula You are thought of every day and missed so much words cannot express

Love Always

Cheryl Traines

December 15, 2016

Little Sister, I am still heartbroken. So many times I think of something I want to share with you and I hurt all over again. We never got to take that trip back to Germany together to show you your birthplace and my old stomping grounds.

December 8, 2016

Paula

It has been three years since your passing and you are in our thoughts every day and will be forever missed
Love Always

November 23, 2016

I can't believe it is almost 3 years since you left us. Yu are still very much missed. Happy Thanksgiving!

March 11, 2016

Happy Birthday Paula You are thought of every day and missed so much words cannot express

Love Always

December 26, 2015

Merry Christmas you are missed so much

December 10, 2015

I can't believe it's been 2 years and I still can't believe you are gone.

December 9, 2015

What a beautiful soul...always will be missed.

December 8, 2015

Paula

It has been two years since your passing and you are in our thoughts every day and will be forever missed

Chuck Stouffer

November 18, 2015

altho we lost touch many years ago
always thinking of her. She was a very special person

Chuck Stouffer

November 18, 2015

altho we lost touch i often thought of her and still do

Wendy

March 12, 2015

Happy Birthday, my wonderful friend. I so wish you were here to celebrate it with us all.

March 11, 2015

Happy Birthday Paula You are truly missed and in our thoughts daily

Love Always

Dana Ingram Gillette

January 30, 2015

I just learned of this sad news from Jerry Saval who worked with Paula at Darby and Way (those were the days!). I hadn't seen Paula much since college but miss her all the same. What a loss.

January 22, 2015

There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you, I can't express how much I miss you

December 7, 2014

Paula
You are in our thoughts every day and are truly missed.

December 6, 2014

Miss You!

My Party Girl!

Wendy

December 5, 2014

I can't believe you have been gone for almost a year. I can still see your happy face and hear your voice. I hope you know how much we all miss you. My heart will never heal from this loss.......

Joanne Swing

August 18, 2014

Thinking of you. I graduated as a civil engineer late in life. Meeting you and working with on projects you submitted to the county inspired me to go on and obtain my PE.

March 11, 2014

Happy Birthday You are truly missed and in our thoughts

Love Always

David Kupsick

February 4, 2014

It was a privilege knowing Paula. We will continue to pray for the Hollihan family.

Mel Miller

January 18, 2014

My condolences to everyone in Paula's world. She was excellence in everything she did.

January 18, 2014

Paula
Today is your Memorial Celebration of your life. There will be a lot of tears, a lot of smiles and laughter as we remember what an "AMAZING" person you were to everyone. You will always be in our hearts and are truly missed. Love Always

January 9, 2014

I miss you so much and think about you all the time.

Alyson Utter

January 7, 2014

I can't believe you are gone. My heart cries on and on. You were a true friend.

January 4, 2014

You are so missed. I think of you all the time.

December 30, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out. Teri spoke of her kind heart and strength. My you find comfort in your family and friends.
April (Ohio/CT)

December 28, 2013

When I first met Paula she was visiting the brother of Mother-in-Law Sandy. It was quickly apparent that she not only sincerely cared but was wisely observant of all conditions. I was privileged to share more time with Paula and her family. This world has lost a rare talent and caring human being.

Mel Miller

December 25, 2013

I licensed many of Paula's sanitary projects for her while an engineer with Browand County. I remember her as extremely good with her work, and easy to get along with.
God bless her and her remaining family.
No words can explain the loss.

December 25, 2013

Merry Christmas to the greatest angel of all

December 18, 2013

I was deeply saddened to hear of Paula's passing. I was my honored to know Paula and to work with her on the projects that she was involved in at CTA. Paula, during my upcoming ski trip to Colorado in January, I will dedicate one of the ski runs to you. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Greg Spencer, Broward Co.(Retired)

December 17, 2013

Missing you

Annie Lowe Ayers

December 16, 2013

I had the pleasure of knowing Paula at Lely High School. She was always smiling, and had a beautiful soul. We, like most people lost touch after high school. Rest in peace beautiful Paula! May God be with your family at this difficult time.

Pat Joyce

December 16, 2013

My heart hurts and there are no words to describe how sad I feel. It doesn't seem real. Your beautiful smile is dearly missed and your genuine kindness was felt by all who were lucky enough to know you. Thank you for sharing this precious space of time. You will be in my heart forever. Safe home Paula.

Mark Minter

December 16, 2013

Paula it was such an honor to work with you. Your positive attitude, humor, professionalism. Every time I came in your office to work on a project, You made me feel like a super hero by the time I left. Thank You and I Thank your family for sharing you with us. You are all Forever in our Prayers and Heaven has another Super Angel!

Lisa Bernstein

December 16, 2013

I had the best time when I was fortunate enough to work with Paula. What a great engineer, who I was able to learn from. She inspired me to become a better engineer. You will be missed by many and my thoughts and prayers are now with your family.....the most imporatnt part of your life!

Jo-Anne Williams

December 16, 2013

We were shocked and saddened by your passing. Your lovely smile and personality will always be in our hearts. Our condolences to your family, loved ones and co-workers. You will be greatly missed Paula! Jo-Anne City of Plantation

Jim Hawxwell

December 16, 2013

It saddens me to hear of your passing. You were a wonderful person. It was a pleasure to work with you.My thoughts are with you.

Joe Farrell

December 16, 2013

Rest in Peace Paula, thanks for touching my life, we had a lot of fun. My condolences to your family.

Fabienne Presume

December 16, 2013

I don't think there's enough words to express how I feel about Paula, she was like a very good friend a big sister to me we talked a lot. We use to have Anniversary lunch together our wedding Anniversary was a day apart. I miss her positive attitude about everything. It's really hard to deal with she passed away the same date has my Mom also. Ms. Pauli that's what I use to call her. I miss my office neighbor(CTA). I truly miss you very much.

Wendy Gordon

December 16, 2013

Paula, you were the nicest, sweetest person I have ever known. You truly appreciated all that I did and it was an honor to have worked with you. My heart is breaking. I will miss you more than I can ever say.

Adolfo Gonzalez

December 16, 2013

Paula inspired me to look on the bright side. She was always smiling and complimenting everyone with sincerity. She was genuine in all her dealings. I miss you, Paula. Thanks for being my "buffer"!

Adolfo

Marc Santos

December 16, 2013

Mrs. Hollihan - Although I had the privilege of meeting you just a few months ago I feel honored that I did. You will be missed greatly by friends and family I have solice knowing you are no longer suffering.

Karen Sinkler

December 15, 2013

Paula - you were my best friend in high school. I can't believe you are gone. I'm so glad we touched base again recently. My condolences to your family.

chuck and melynda Stouffer

December 15, 2013

We r so sorry for your loss!

Kim Weston

December 15, 2013

Paula would just naturally brightened up the room. She always smiled and wanted to know how you were doing...never wanted to talk about herself. When I think of Paula I think of so much fun and laughter. She will truly be missed by so many. She has touched so many lives in such a positive way. Peace be with you Paula.

December 15, 2013

Paula - We will always miss you and are truly heartbroken.

Your brother Greg & Family; Sally, Jessie, and Bob

Marc Woodworth

December 15, 2013

Paula, thank you for being such a wonderful co-worker, mentor and friend over the last 15 years at CTA. You will be missed dearly.

Cheryl Traines

December 15, 2013

Paula, you are forever in our hearts.

Don & Wendy Shaver

December 15, 2013

Paula was an amazing co-worker and better friend for my 14 years at CTA. Her wit, wisdom and smile will be greatly missed by all. You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

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