Sharon A. Hofacker age 70 of Elmwood, died Monday February 9, 2015 at United Hospital in St Paul, MN surrounded be her devoted family.

Sharon was born September 14, 1944 at home in Spring Valley.  She was the daughter of George and Ethel (Bemis) Whirry and grew up in Spring Valley.  She graduated from the Spring Valley High School, class of 1962.  Sharon worked for the Gold Bond Stamp Company in St. Paul, MN for several years.  Sharon married Jerome C. Hofacker June 25, 1966 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elmwood.  After marriage they farmed on the Lawrence Hofacker homestead, rural Elmwood until 1978, and raised five children.  Sharon worked for many years as a nurse’s aide, then a restorative aide at the Heritage of Elmwood Nursing Home, retiring in 2008.  She enjoyed most of her time spent with her seven grandchildren.

Sharon enjoyed her afternoons baking and blowing bubbles with her grandchildren, going dancing with Jerry.  She spent a lot a time caring and praying for others. She enjoyed swimming, she made sure all her children knew how to swim, but most of all she loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren and the rest of her family.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Jerome, five children, Kim (James) Messerschmidt of New Richmond, Larry (Shelly) Hofacker of Elmwood, Deb (Steve Seefeld) Hofacker of Stacy, MN, Jeremy ( Angie) Whirry of Woodville, Brenda (Chad) Krogstad of Maiden Rock; seven grandchildren, Cody, Libby, KayLee, Cameron, Siraj, Tru and Myah; her mother, Ethel Whirry of Spring Valley; three brothers, Larry (Jane), Calvin (Sue), Dennis (Suzie) Whirry, all of Spring Valley, as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends.

Passed on to the next life are her father, George and a sister Lynnette Whirry.

Memorial Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday February 15, 2014 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Elmwood.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 PM Saturday February 28, 2015 at the Elmwood Rod and Gun Club.

Condolences

1. Karen (Nelson) Langness February 23, 2015, at 6:18pm

   Just read the sad news in the Argus. You, and Your Family, are in my thoughts and prayers.

   Regards, Karen L.

2. Dave & Val Nelson February 13, 2015, at 7:02am

   Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Sharon was one of a kind and she will be missed by all who knew her

3. Russ and Mandy Phillips February 12, 2015, at 9:47am

   Our deepest sympathy goes out to Sharon's family and friends... She was a wonderful woman that always had a smile on her face! She will be greatly missed...

4. nicky mathison February 12, 2015, at 9:40am

   Iam so sorry for your loss!Praying for your family at this difficult time!

5. Marie Berger February 12, 2015, at 9:35am

   Brenda, Chad, KayLee & Cameron--Thinking of you at this difficult time. Will always remember the gentle heart & contagious smile of your mom. She made a difference in this world. Our sympathy.
   Marie & Joyce

6. Jennifer (Brunner) Kleindl February 12, 2015, at 9:12am

   So sorry to hear of Sharon's passing, she was always such a nice and happy lady. Her and all of her family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

7. Scott and Angie Hunter February 12, 2015, at 7:37am

   Deepest sympathy to the Hofacker family at the time of your loss. She was a great lady

8. Theresa (Kerg) Allen February 12, 2015, at 7:00am

   My deepest sympathies to the entire Hofacker Family. Great loss.

9. Julie Lee February 11, 2015, at 9:01pm

   So very sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. She was a wonderful lady who despite her many medical problems still always had a smile and an upbeat attitude. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

10. Suzi Crownhart February 11, 2015, at 7:48pm

    Sending my sincere sympathy on the loss of your Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. May she rest in peace.

11. Robert & Terri Blase February 11, 2015, at 7:31pm

    So sorry for your loss Kim. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

12. Jeff and Karen Leehe February 11, 2015, at 5:50pm

    Our deepest sympathy on your loss.

13. John Wolf February 11, 2015, at 4:32pm

    My deepest sympathy to the Hofacker family.

14. Marlene Heit Dehart February 11, 2015, at 3:33pm

    Jerome
    So sorry to hear about your loss
    Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
    Marlene Heit Dehart

15. Dave and Ginny Wolske February 11, 2015, at 2:18pm

    Sympathies to the entire Hofacker family. Sharon had a contagious smile!!!!
    Sweet gal!
    Dave and Ginny Wolske

16. Amy Glaus-Jolicoeur February 11, 2015, at 1:42pm

    My deepest sympathy and prayers for the family.

17. Brenda Hartung February 11, 2015, at 1:39pm

    so sorry for loss. Heaven has gained another angel. Thoughts & prayers to the family.

18. Gina Zurek February 11, 2015, at 1:11pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.

19. Joe & Jan Drier February 11, 2015, at 12:10pm

    Our Deepest Sympathy to your family on the loss of Sharon. Thoughts and Prayers are with you all!

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