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1962
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2016
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Lynne Hofford Obituary
Worcester - Lynne M. (Sharleville) Hofford, 54, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family, Saturday evening, June 11, 2016, after a long illness. She leaves her husband of 28 years, Stephen J. "Hoff" Hofford; her parents, Ronald J. and Carolyn M. (Dangredo) Sharleville of Holden; her brother, Ronald J. Sharleville, Jr. and his wife Karla of Douglas; her sister, Diane M. Sharleville of Worcester; her godchild, Nikki Sharleville of Auburn; and her great niece, Isabella Dranginis of Auburn. Her grandmother, Bea Daige and her brother-in-law, Paul "Skinny" Hofford, both predeceased her. She was born and raised in Worcester and graduated from Quinsigamond Community College.
Lynne worked as a dental hygienist at the office of Dr. David Matson in Millbury for many years. She was a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association. She enjoyed visiting the casinos, her cat Cali, vacationing in Aruba, and spending time with her family, especially her great niece, Bella.
She will be remembered for her ability to make friends wherever she went, and to lift people up. On her worst days she could still be a listening ear who offered the best advice. She loved all people, and has a special place in the hearts of so many. Lynne will be loved and missed by all who were blessed to know her.
The family would like to express their most sincere appreciation to Dr. Erica Mayer and Elahe Salehi, N.P., and all the girls on Floor 9 for the compassionate care they provided for Lynne and the family.
CALLING HOURS will be from 5 to 8 P.M. on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, in KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at 10 A.M. on THURSDAY, JUNE 16, in ST. BERNARD'S CHURCH, 228 Lincoln St., followed by burial in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton, MA.
The family suggests donations in memory of Lynne be made to the Susan F. Smith Center for Women's Cancers at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. To share your thoughts and memories with the family on-line, please visit
www.kellyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Lynne Hofford
June 21, 2016
To Stephen,
We are with you in your mourning and grief
May God speed
Ken and Leslie
June 21, 2016
Steve so sorry for your loss. Ray
June 19, 2016
Dear Steve,
I was so saddened to hear of Lynne's passing.She was a wonderful woman with a beautiful smile. Our heartfelt condolences,you truely were a super couple!!
sue and jenny Takvorian from across the street
Mark & Tess Prunier
June 17, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss, Lynne was called to heaven much too soon... keeping you in our prayers
Kathy Clark
June 16, 2016
Steve, truly sorry for your loss.
Past Colony worker
Mandy McCormick
June 16, 2016
An amazing woman! Full of courage and optimism and smiles. You will be missed immensely.
RIP Lynne
Kelly Smith
June 15, 2016
I am soo sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family. Rip lynne. God bless u and your family
Connie Griswold
June 15, 2016
There are no words to express how sorry I was to hear the news of Lynne's passing. She was my hygienist and my friend. I send my love and prayers to her family.
Morna Scanlon-Larson
June 15, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone of you. I'm so, so sad to hear about Lynne, just doesn't seem right that someone that gave so much had to leave far to soon. Candles are lit for you.
Patti Eklund
June 15, 2016
To Lynne's family:
I was sorry to hear this news. Lynne was my hygienist for many years. She had a zest for life. We would talk about our various trips and other life's happenings. Many a time I was laughing with the dental instruments in my mouth. I looked forward to these visits, and she was a bright start to my day. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
June 15, 2016
Steve and Family--So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you ,Marge Cobill and Family
June 15, 2016
Steve, so sorry for your loss. Connie Jollette
June 15, 2016
Dear Steve, so sorry for your loss. Lynne is now at peace. Paula
Kathy DelNegro
June 14, 2016
To the Sharleville George and I are so sorry to hear the passing of Lynn. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time may Lynn rest in peace love the DelNegro family
Mike Daboul
June 14, 2016
Ron and Family,
I'm sorry for your loss.
Matthew Girouard
June 14, 2016
Lynn was my dental hygenist for many years. During early morning appointments, I enjoyed her buoyant attitude as we would trade tales of travel and other banter. Rest well, fellow southpaw.
christine bombard
June 14, 2016
To the Sharliville Family,so sorry to hear about lynne. The Bombard Family
June 14, 2016
Steve and family I am so very sorry to hear about Lynne, if I can do anything please let me know. Mary-June Courtois (co-worker from Colony)
Steven O'Connor
June 14, 2016
Very sorry for your loss Steven O'Connor
Mark Skiesto
June 14, 2016
Dee Ronnie and Family
So very sorry to hear of lynne's passing .May she now Rest In Peace
Emily Crane
June 13, 2016
Lynne was a great mentor for my daughter Shanleigh as she began her dental career. She was also very kind to me when I was diagnosed with breast cancer.Her passion and kindness was contagious and she will be greatly missed.
June 13, 2016
Our heart goes out to the parents,husband & relatives of Lynne. To those who knew & loved her, she will be sorely missed. May the Angels watch over her & her loved ones.
Mr. & Mrs. Claude Fafard
June 13, 2016
So Sorry for your loss , Thoughts and Prayers are with you all Jim and Mary Lyons
Peter and Laurie Ferraro
June 13, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Lynne's passing. May God be with the entire family.
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