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Sharon Ruth (Palmisano) Helms

March 7, 1962 ~ April 7, 2017 (age 55) 55 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Katherine Chapman and family. Herbert Chapman on May 16, 2017 12:10 PM
Message from Katherine Chapman
May 16, 2017 12:08 PM

Very sad to hear that Sharon has passed on. Just herd. My mom Lois Chapman (R.I.P) and dad Herb Chapman were friends with her mom and dad and my parents also worked at NASA.
I remember Sharon as an amazing loving and fun woman. I remember all the fun Christmas parties at her mother's house. My condolences to family and friends.
Katherine
Message from Maria Palmisano Waldron
May 12, 2017 12:55 PM

I only learned of your passing recently. Such a good person with a big heart. My memories of you are of a funny, giving and beautiful person. I am so sad your life was cut short at such an early age. I am sure you are sitting around the table with mom, dad and Keith. God bless and keep you always.
Message from Betty (Lord) Spehr
May 5, 2017 12:22 PM

Sharon and I were lifelong friends. I am missing her terribly, but the will of God is best. Jake, Olivia - your mom loved you both to the moon and back. She loved her nieces and it pained her deeply to be at odds with any of them. She was proud of her kids and she had amazing insight to their abilities and achievements. As girls, Sharon and I hung out together all the time and I was a regular at the Palmisano house. Mr. Palmisano used to call me 'baby doll'. I so miss this family! Thank you Sharon for being in my life and for the happy memories we shared. I will always love and never forget you! Jake, Olivia, I will be sending you cards in the coming weeks with my contact info. Your mom and I were supposed to meet for dinner to celebrate her birthday so there is an open invitation for you guys! RIP Sharon. Gone much too soon.
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A candle was lit by gaynell johnson on April 25, 2017 10:42 AM
Message from Michael Styer
April 16, 2017 6:19 PM

I still cannot believe Sharon is gone. Since the day I arrived in their neighborhood, the Palmisano's treated me like family. But I think they treated most that way. That's the type of people they were. For that, I am extremely grateful.
I 've had a LOT of good times with Kieth and Sharon. And their friends I was introduced to. But Sharon and I also shared a lot. Good and not so good times.
In trying to think of something to say that covers just how I feel, Well, Sharon was my best friend. I always knew that I could count on her if needed. And that's a special thing. I will cherish the memories for the rest of my days, and hopefully see her again. To Jake and Olivia, your mother stood as a fine example. She loved you both dearly. Honor her memory in kind.
Ya know . . . I feel the only thing we ALL really die from . . . is of a broken heart.
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A candle was lit by Michael Styer on April 16, 2017 5:47 PM
Message from SLEWIS
April 16, 2017 7:50 AM

TO THE FAMILY: I am truly sorry for your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort gives your family strength and comfort during this difficult time. 2nd Corinthians 1:3,4. I pray that this message brings your family much comfort in the days ahead
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A candle was lit by Linda Vaughn on April 11, 2017 10:27 PM
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A candle was lit by Linda Vaughn on April 11, 2017 9:21 PM
Message from Jessica
April 11, 2017 8:19 PM

I am very sorry for your loss Jake and Olivia. Your mom loved you more than anything in the whole wide world and you both brought so much joy to her life the moment you guys came along. She was the GREATEST MOM I have ever met. Growing up she made sure us girls knew what a mom was even though we did not have one and for that I am eternally grateful. Growing up Aunt tt always had her door open to any of our friends it did not matter to her where they came from or who they were. Her door was open and they never left hungry because she rather know we were somewhere loving and safe. She was Nurturing, Funny and Intellegent. I just know the day she left the worlds GREATEST MOM and AUNT left as well.
Message from Mary S Walker
April 11, 2017 4:00 PM

I was so sorry to hear that Sharon had passed. I had the pleasure of working with her for years on the OSIRIS-REx mission and she was a very supportive co-worker and a wonderful and giving person. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, especially her children.
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A candle was lit by Mary S Walker on April 11, 2017 3:57 PM
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A candle was lit by Jane Caine and Kelly Caine on April 11, 2017 2:19 PM
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A candle was lit by Raeann Roe on April 11, 2017 2:08 PM
Message from Jane Caine and Kelly Caine
April 11, 2017 11:28 AM

Kelly and I are so shocked and saddened by your passing. We have great memories of our times together at RMS. So many memories. Our prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace, Sharon. Love you.
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A candle was lit by Jane Caine and Kelly Caine on April 11, 2017 11:24 AM
Message from Uncle Jimmy, Orrtanna, Pa.
April 10, 2017 7:31 PM

I will miss Sharon, and look forward to seeing her again with Mickey, Rose, Keith, and all of us in Heavens love. God keep you close to his heart.
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A candle was lit by Susan Dater on April 10, 2017 5:01 PM
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A candle was lit by Debbie Sallitt on April 10, 2017 4:23 PM
We were co-workers and office mates for only a short period of time, but I believe we were put in each others path for a purpose. The office is quite, your chair empty, but your spirit lives on. Rest in Peace Sharon.
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A candle was lit by Debbie Sallitt on April 10, 2017 4:15 PM
Message from Helen (Caspar) Saulino
April 10, 2017 8:32 AM

Mark and I were so saddened to hear of Sharon's passing, and so soon after Keith's death. May her children know that Sharon was such a special, caring soul and she will be missed by many.
Message from S. Crump
April 10, 2017 7:49 AM

While it is indeed sad that you are mourning the loss of your dear Sharon, it saddens God more. In the days ahead, you will continue to reflect on seemingly small, yet precious memories. This is only natural when we experience the loss of someone loved. However, be comforted in knowing that just as you have memories, almighty God remembers too. The difference is, God can and will restore perfect life to those in His memory as shown in the video link below. In the meantime, God warmly invites you to trust in Him for comfort (2 Cor. 1:3,4). Please accept my condolences during this time of distress.

https://vimeo.com/203794012

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A candle was lit by Sue ( Ricci ) Looney on April 9, 2017 9:35 PM
Message from Sue Looney
April 9, 2017 9:07 PM

So many memories, so many laughs, I will miss my friend dearly. No more pain for you Sharon, you are now Home. Love you
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A candle was lit by Sue (Ricci) Looney on April 9, 2017 8:55 PM
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A candle was lit by Ms. Jocelyn from Big Top on April 8, 2017 9:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Joan (O'Brien) Simmons on April 8, 2017 1:34 PM
Message from Susie Hinton
April 7, 2017 9:29 PM

I can't believe we've lost another loved one. Sharon was like family from the moment we met. There was no one like her. She always spoke her mind, lived and loved large. Jake and Olivia, you know she loved you both more than anything, and her love lives on in you. Tommy will be glad for her company.
Message from Maria Meehan
April 7, 2017 4:18 PM

I am so saddened. Sharon was a big part of my life for so many years. Rose & Mickey welcomed everyone into their home and always made you feel welcome and like family. I will treasure all of my wonderful memories. My prayers are with her children
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A candle was lit by Maria Meehan on April 7, 2017 4:11 PM
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