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Wendy Fierstein: Sharon was a bright light in this world. We will all miss her so much.

Jacqueline Gerson: May she RIP this beautiful soul. What a big loss for the world.

Ayaan : Sharon was an inspiration in kindness and grace for me. An older sister, a savior and a fun girlfriend all at the same time. She fretted about the homeless and fellow human beings in need and demanded we act. Sharon’s passing is a loss to her family, to her friends and to the world.

Debbie Skomer: The loving way Sharon gave of herself to make the world better a better and move loving place for all, will continue to be a source of inspiration.

Lupe Placencia: On behalf of the Bessie Pregerson CDC, we would like to send our condolences. She was a champion for the Child Care Center.

Christopher Cameron: Sharon always made me feel part of the Family, whether I came to the house for a Seder, a party, or a business meeting. She is one of the sweetest people I have ever met, and my life has been all the sweeter for having known her.

Christopher Cameron: Plus Katie and Brad have become far too eloquent at delivering eulogies over the past few years.

Diane Good: The Salvation Army's Westwood Transitional Village & Bessie Pregerson Child Development Center will miss Sharon terribly. She was our champion, mentor and, friend to everyone including clients of the center who she always greeted with a smile and kind words. The center would not be the success it is today without Sharon's leadership of the Advisory Council and the support of the Staff. Thank you Sharon, we love you.

Dana Zurzolo: Brad’s descriptive love is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your memories.

Beulah Ku: Sharon’s beautiful soul and kindness will never be forgotten.

Starr Parodi: Sharon was a light and radiated joy and love, caring and compassion to all those around her. We are so blessed to have known her and to have been her neighbor and friend.

LtCol Aixa R. Dones, USMC: Sharon will remain a guiding light to many. Her positive character, gentle manner, and sweet interactions were founded in her strong heart and fierce perseverance of making the impossible possible. She is the epitome of setting the example and leading from the front. Dean and Sharon opened their home to our military service members without a second thought. We will forever remain Semper Fidelis to Sharon’s memory and the Pregerson family. Thank you for your selfless way of living Sharon as your impact is a legacy of impacting others to live paying it forward no matter how small the act. We love you and we have the watch.

Kristos: Beautiful, Brad

Rebekah Hanley (she/her): I feel so fortunate to have been welcomed warmly by Sharon into the extended Pregerson family when I was a law clerk. Her kindness and generosity continue to inspire me. Thank you for sharing these memories. This is a beautiful tribute honoring an incredible person. I send my love to all.

Steven Jackson: Dean Brad all the Pregerson’s we are all so blessed to know Sharon and you. Sharon is so wonderful and she will be missed and our memories will last forever. Love, Ellen and Steve

Kerry Rock: Thank you Brad, that was beautiful

Christopher Cameron: Bern, you're the Best.

Ayaan : May You Rest In Peace, Sharon.

Diane's iPad (2): Bern that was so beautiful

Matt Landes’s iPhone: Bern you are amazing!

Amanda DiGiulio: Dearest Sharon your love will remain in our hearts forever

Steven Jackson: Brad Katie Bern - your thoughts were beautiful

Mortimer Jones: An earthly angel is now in heaven. She has touched so many lives including in South Los Angeles.

Rebecca Brown: Dean, Brad, Bern, Katie, Amnon, Elana, and Daniella - It was a joy and delight to know and love Sharon for most of my life. We didn't see each other often but those few occasions were special - most recently one of those incredible Shabbat dinners pre-COVID. Lots of love and happy memories.

Michelle Bailey: Sharon was such a phenomenal human. I’m grateful to have been able to be showered by her kindness and love. We shall all honor her spirit by being kind and loving to one another. May she dance and laugh with her son up above. All my love to the Pregerson, Rodan and Schuldt familia and to all who will miss her.

Diane's iPad (2): Such a beautiful tribute today! Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Sharon was a joy to know!

Martha and Jonathan Smolen: Sharon was such a beautiful light and presence for so many people - what an amazing, amazing person and we were lucky to get to know her.

Mortimer Jones: My prayers are with Dean, Brad and the rest of the family.

Risa Kagan: We feel honored to have experienced Sharon's kindness.

Steven Jackson: Katie thank you for sharing your thoughts of wonderful Sharon .

Anne Braveman Gips: Sharon was brightness and goodness and we are so lucky to have known her and felt her warmth. She inspires me as a mother and wife and I send my love to Dean , Brad and the family during this sad time.

sprenert: Sharon radiated joy and kindness every time we saw her. We will miss her tremendously and there will be a void in our lives. Our prayers and love to Dean, Brad and the family. Gerry & Liz

Lisa Kirshner: Such a beautiful tribute honoring Sharon. My love and prayers to Dean, Brad, Katie, Amnon and your family.

Neha, Meenu, & Rajiv Agrawal: My first memory of Sharon was as I walked into the Windward gym and I was a little nervous but Sharon waved with a welcoming smile. A little later I realized that she was welcoming everyone from all different backgrounds.er positive energy was magnetic, comforting, and contagious. - Rajiv Agrawal. I always will remember her beautiful charming smile. -Meenu Agrawal

jackiechapkis: Wishing you all Long Life from Jackie & Jimmy x x

Neha, Meenu, & Rajiv Agrawal: Sharon always made me feel like special person and would embrace me not just physically but energetically with her warmth and deep compassion. Her courage is with us all. Thank you Brad for your words. All our love to Brad, Dean and everyone who Sharon touched. -Neha

Lori Gilder: We will miss you Sharon. You are so loved. Lori and Tom

Arden Burstein: Being with Sharon felt like being with a joyful soul - a precious and unique mix of happiness, peace, joy, faith, purpose and passion all in one. Such a beautiful service. Love to you all during this sad time. -arden

Mary's iphone: Beautiful ceremony to honor such a wonderful woman. Shannon will live on in so many hearts. Let’s cook in her honor, and always choose kindness ❤️

Jacqueline Ochsner: RIP Sharon. Thank you for sharing your goodness and kindness with me. I am forever blessed.

Cathrine Adams: Sharon - for ever in our hearts. Much love from the Adams family in Norway❤️

Rosa Zeegers and Evelyn Markus: Please mute yourself

lauriepetok: Sharon was a gift to us all. She had her priorities right. Family first!! We love you Sharon. You will be so missed and yet we are so comforted knowing you aren’t suffering anymore and you are reunited with David. Much love to you Dean, Bradley, Katie, Amnon, Daniella, Elana and Bern. Sharon lives on in all of you. Love The Petok Family, Laurie Michael, Jack, Frannie and Nick.

Dr. Aliza Lifshitz: Amazing tribute to Sharon. She will be missed by many many people. She will not be forgotten..

Jim: I love you Sharon,

Jim: Jimmy

Starr Parodi: This was the most beautiful tribute. Sending our love and deepest condolences to Dean, Brad and Family. We all loved Sharon and are so blessed and privileged to have known her and experienced her joy, kindness, courage, light and inspiration.. much love from us all - Starr, Jeff, Isolde

Beth Rendeiro (she, her): Sharon was and will continue to be an inspiration to us all. She modeled generosity, concern, care, joy, hard work and integrity. May we be inspired to take her as a role model and example. God bless Sharon and her loving family. Beth & Steven

Rita Sigal: A beautiful tribute, Sharon will be greatly missed. Much love,

Rita and Pepe

Lisa Smith: What a beautiful soul. Thank you, Sharon, for the blessing you were to all. We at the Salvation Army thank God for you and all you did for others. Your example inspires us and lives on through the memories and transformed lives that you impacted. We will miss you. Rest In Peace.

Eric Nye: May you forever rest in peace, Sharon. Thank you for sharing your wonderful and bright life. My deepest condolences to Dean, Brad, and all family and friends.

Michael Scott: what a special tribute to an inspiring woman. Sharon will always be remembered. Sending love to Dean, Brad and all who love her.

Eric Nye: This tribute and service was so beautiful. Thank you all who put it together.

Sama Agrawal: Sharon, thank you for extending such a warm welcome- for inviting me over to your family dinner, making me a part of your generous charity, introducing me to such wonderful people, and making me feel at home right here in LA. Will always remember your smile, laughter, and kindness. May your soul RIP.

- Sama

Atle: Sharon you were amazing - thank you for all you brought to our family

Atle: We miss you

woody: We will miss our Sharon everyday.

sprenert: What a beautiful tribute for a beautiful soul. RIP dear Sharon.

Atle: love from your family in Norway

Louise Oliver: Jerry and I are grateful for having been inspired by Sharon’s passion for helping others. A bright and beautiful soul.

Lisa Smith: A beautiful service honoring a beautiful soul. Thank you!

With love and prayers,

Kyle and Lisa

Hannah Wirth: So grateful to have Sharon and your family as a part of my/our lives for so long. We love you all -Hannah, Geoff, Hunter

LtCol Aixa R. Dones, USMC: Beautiful service and remembrance in honoring such a beautiful soul. Say hello to Harry and David for us Sharon, we love you. Que Dios te tenga en su gloria siempre.

Kristos: Sharon blessed all who were fortunate enough to have her in their lives, including all who came into contact with her, by gracefully carrying so much love in her heart. Goodness and kindness, and such natural integrity. She inspired it in all who she shared moments with. Certainly in me. Like a deep reminder, that the energy you feel emanating from her; the way she is, is the way. This is our greatest form of human nature of which to hold steady to and grow with. She was an angel on Earth, now in the next chapter as the angel she truly is.

Orellana Family: Thank you so much for this beautiful tribute. we will continue to hold Sharon, and the family in our prayers. We have been tremendously blessed by this family.

Claudia Bright: Sharon, We will always cherish our all too brief time together. You will forever be an inspiration to our family. We will be visiting you and David often. All our love to Dean and Brad we are here for you.The Brights-Claudia, Kevin Zachary and Justin

Christy Klingler: I love you Sharon my lifelong friend. I'll never forget you.

kenjohnson: Sharon, the legacy you created will last forever amongst your family and extended family. Love, Ken and Maureen

Ary Sarbaz: Sharon brought an energy that lit up any room and made us all remember that life is a beautiful and wonderful thing meant to be shared with each other. We will always remember her infectious smile and laugh, and how she really made sure those important to her were loved hard. You will forever live in our hearts Sharon. - Sarbaz family

Lance Ito: It was a true blessing to know Sharon and the entire Pregerson family. RIP

Steven Smith: Sharon was and will always be our Guardian Angel. We love you more than words can express. Thank you for everything that you and Dean have done for my family. I will forever be grateful. Dean and Bradley please know that I will always be here for you. Love and continued prayers for you.

Ari Deshe: A beautiful tribute for such a beautiful person. Sharon was always so sweet and always smiling. We were so fortunate to have known her. She was a true gift to this world. To the Pregerson family we wish you no further sorrow. May her memory be a blessing to all who have known her.Love, Ann and Ari

Adam Nye: We love you Sharon with all of our hearts. Your loving and kind spirit touched us all. Our family was blessed that you were a part of our lives. Dean, Brad, and all of your family, we are with you now and forever. Love, The Nye Family.

Jennifer von Schneidau: I will always remember how warmly Sharon would greet everyone. She gave the best hugs, full and strong so you could feel her love. She loved her family and extended family and made us all feel welcome. I’ll never forget how special I felt being included in those Shabbat dinners. The best of Sharon, Dean and Bradley were in those dinners. Each candle was also a blessing to Dave. She was beautiful and kind. I know that it is hard to say goodbye so will say until we meet again. Love you Dean and Brad. Hugs, Jenny, Chris, Bryanna and Brittany.

Gregori J Martin: Beautiful words everyone. Sharon thank you for sharing your beautiful heart and infectious smile. You will be missed. David awaits with open arms. We love you. God bless Dean and Brad and your wonderful family.

Cecilie: I am so grateful that I got to know you. Some of my best memories are with you and your family. I will miss you so much.

Steven Smith: From Steve Smith to Sharon,Dean, Brad and David


Sharon was and will always be our Guardian Angel. We love you more than words can express. Thank you for everything that you and Dean have done for my family. I will forever be grateful. Dean and Bradley please know that I will always be here for you. Love and continued prayers for your family

Thomas Adams: Beautiful service and beautiful speeches. Thank you for everything Sharon, you were and will always be a big inspiration to me. Many, if not all of Bradley and Davids friends consider you a second mum. Love from Mip & Thomas to the entire family.

Jessie Rutiz: Sharon I’m holding you in my heart, feeling love, gratitude and light as beautiful memories come to mind from childhood and more recently when I’d sit next to you at services at Chabad, so special for me. Dean and Brad and to the whole family I’m holding you all in my heart, thoughts and prayers sending much love and light. Baruch Dayan Emet. Much love -Jessie Rutiz

Eric Nye: Say hello and give a big hug to David for me <3

Bonnie Da Rosa: Sharon thank you for always keeping your home open to me no matter the hour. What a blessing it was to move in next door to you at age 3! You were my second mom. You taught me the power of kindness and truth. The importance of joy and comedy. I’ll never forget your smile, your laugh, your gentle words. I love you with my heart.

Bonnie

guadalupe.rosales: Sharon, you meant so much to my family and I. You always welcomed us in your home and shared your love and kindness. Growing up you were like a second mom to my siblings and I always mentoring us and helping us in any way you could possibly help. I will never forget our trips to the store and the gym when Brad and Dave were not home to play with, so that I wasn't bored. Love you Sharon. I will never forget your smile! We are truly grateful and blessed to have had your in our lives. Thank you Pregerson family for being so wonderful with my mom, Gloria. -Guadalupe

Lori Zukerman: Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the Pregerson family. Sharon radiated so much life, levity, spark and warmth. We are inspired by her thoughtful life, generous and selfless deeds. We are grateful for this beautiful tribute. Much love to all of you. Lori Zukerman and Tom Strouse

Hanne: Thank you Brad, Katie and Bern for beautiful words about Sharon. We have so wonderful memories from her warm and loving Shabbath dinner. The memories will always be with us. Her time was too short, but she did so much and was so much for everyone around her. The world should have more people like her. We will truly miss her. We are sending our warmest thoughts to Dean, Brad, Bern, Katie and the rest of the family. Stay strong together. And know that you are always welcome to visit us in Norway. Lots of love from Hanne, Ivar and Willy

leena: Sharon you were and will be also the Guardian Angel of our family. Thank you Sharon, Dean and Brad. You all will always have a place in our heart. Leena, Erica and Daniel.

Debbie Skomer: It is comforting to be with so many people who loved Sharon. Thank you for leaving the stream open for this time of togetherness.

Debbie Skomer: Oseh shalom…