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Marsha Webster
September 29, 2008
Len and Family: What a beautiful celebration of Shirley's life today. She was an extraordinary person and we are all blessed to have known her. She will be missed, but her memory will always bring a smile to our faces. Steve and Marsha
Paul and Candace Von Tobel
September 28, 2008
Our prayers are with you in this time of loss. May God comfort you and give you joy as you reflect on how much she gave to everyone. We are thankful that we knew her.
Paul and Candace Von Tobel
Linda & James Beckett
September 27, 2008
Dear Hollenbeck Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Grandma Shirley's passing. May you be comforted by the love and memories you share. We send our sympathy.
God bless and keep you,
Jim and Linda Beckett (Marissa's Aunt Linda)
Mary & Frank Ferrandino
September 27, 2008
Dear Hollenbeck Family,
We feel so fortunate to have met Andy's Grandmother Shirley at Andy & Marissa's shower in July. She was a lovely lady, and I'm sure will be missed by all who knew her. Our condolences to each and every one of you.
Love,
Mary, Frank and Anthony Ferrandino
Carol & Matt Zapiec
September 26, 2008
Peter and Donna,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the children and all your family during this sad time.
Love,
Kim Schroeder
September 25, 2008
Dear Len and family,
I was so saddened to learn of Shirley's death. She was such a comfort and help to me during my Mom's long illness and death earlier this year. I will never forget all her help keeping all of the L.I.L.A.C.S. up-to-date. She was such a lovely lady who will be missed by many.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Marissa Pava
September 25, 2008
Peter and Donna,
My condolences to you both. I wish you the best.
Marissa S. Pava

Grandma Hollenbeck's Christmas cookies
September 24, 2008

Hollenbeck Christmas 2002
September 24, 2008
Sharon Hain
September 24, 2008
What a wonderful aunt, my Aunt Shirley. She was a dear friend to me, my mom, our whole family. She never said an unkind word to anyone. I will always remember her wonderful disposition and loving, generous, kind ways of greeting everyone she knew. She always made me feel important and special--as I am sure she did everyone. Oh I will miss her so. I'm lucky that she was in my life. Dear Uncle Len, David, Alan, and Peter--you were so lucky to have had such a wonderful wife and mother. Love you all.
PATRICK SCHAUER...and the entire Board of Directors, Forest Hill Cemetery Assoc.
September 24, 2008
My condolences Len on the death of your lovely wife, Shirley. Sympathy to you, your 3 children, 5 grandchildren and little Anna-Grace.
Shirley Pennebaker
September 24, 2008
Dear Len and Family....Vachel and I were so saddened to hear of Shirley's passing. We know this wonderful lady will be missed by many who knew her. Our prayers are with you all.
Vachel and Shirley Pennebaker
Donna Fekete
September 24, 2008
To my mother-in-law, Mom Hollenbeck:
Your memory will live on in my heart. You welcomed me into your heart, your home, and your family with open arms.
I remember all the books you passed along to me from your book clubs--you must have been selective in your choices as I found them all to be excellent.
I remember many thoughtful and generous gifts over the years that were clearly chosen with me, Peter, or the kids specifically in mind. Thank you for taking the time to get to know each of us so well.
I remember many delightful family gatherings with a table full of food lovingly prepared. And especially the awesome banana bread for breakfast whenever we would stay at your home.
I remember a kind, gentle woman who never lost her temper, raised her voice in anger, or was judgmental about how others lived their lives. You accepted us each with our own foibles and flaws.
I will miss you dearly.
Love,
Donna
Jacqueline Young
September 24, 2008
Dear Hollenbeck's,
Aunt Shirley was a wonderful part of our family. Always calm with her soothing voice. She will be missed by us all but knowing she is in heaven watching over us all is our comfort. My love is sent to all of you at this time especially Uncle Len.
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