Mom

My parents – together again ☺

I’m sad to share that my mom, Sharon Arp-Boucher, passed away on Monday, December 9th. She was first diagnosed with dementia less than two years ago; sadly, she declined rapidly.

A loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, and aunt, she was an exceptional woman. She was a loving soul who never met a stranger, she always had a positive outlook on life, no matter what life challenged her with.

She was an incredibly talented artist, she loved going to her painting classes each week to perfect her craft and share her skills with others.

Sharon loved being involved with her community. She wanted to make the world a better place any way she could, she was often organizing fundraisers for events and charities. Her sorority sisters were extended family and a huge part of her life.

Mom loved animals, and camping, she loved watching her kids and grandkids’ soccer games. She designed and built many beautiful homes with my dad, she was an entrepreneur, and business owner. She loved to travel and took many cruises and trips around the world. In addition to painting, she loved reading, gardening, and dancing. 

So many memories, and so many photos to sort and organize. A eulogy, how do you put 76 years of living into a single page? I have all her things to sort, I need to plan the memorial or service, I’m kind of spinning right now trying to wrap my head around it all. Mostly, I am just missing her. 😔

Just in case you were planning to attend my Holiday Art Popup event this weekend, it has been postponed.

99 responses to “Mom”

  1. Aud Avatar

    I’m so very sorry, Tiffany. Thinking of you. 😔 🫂

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  2. Chris Johnson-Fowler Avatar
    Chris Johnson-Fowler

    Tiffany, I am so sorry for your loss. Take good care of yourself in the period.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, Chris ❤️‍🩹

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  3. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙 Avatar

    So sorry for your loss, Tiffany.
    Praying 🙏🙏

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  4. The Lounge Chair Avatar

    Sorry for your loss. 🙏🏽

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  5. Timothy Price Avatar
    Timothy Price

    Your mom was such a beautiful person. So sorry for you loss. You have many wonderful memories of her.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Tim, she really was a beautiful person ♥

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  6. Judy McNair Avatar
    Judy McNair

    A beautiful, caring and artistic person!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Judy, you knew her well, she loved you too! 💕

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  7. lovelyandgrateful Avatar

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like a wonderful person who lived life well. Take care of yourself.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  8. At Sunnyside - Where Truth and Beauty Meet Avatar

    Tiffany, I am shedding tears with you over the loss of your beloved mother as I remember my own loss many years ago. A world without your mother in it is never the same. Grief is a long and nonlinear process, so be extra kind to yourself. Prayers for you and your family. ❤️❤️❤️🙏

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

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  9. babayaga321 Avatar

    So sorry to hear your news Tiffany…. big hugs from Liverpool for you and your family. x.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much ❤️‍🩹

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  10. Rebecca Budd Avatar

    My thoughts are with you, Tiffany. I am so sorry for your loss.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Rebecca ❤️‍🩹

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  11. kcorsini Avatar

    Sorry for your loss

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you K ❤️‍🩹

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  12. Laura Kate Avatar

    Condolences. That is a tough diagnosis. It is so hard losing a parent.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  13. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar

    such a beautiful wonderful mom, Tiffany – I can sense through you her love of all good things in life ❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Adan ❤️‍🩹

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  14. Simon Avatar

    I’m sorry to hear abut your mum

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Simon, tough days ❤️‍🩹

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      1. Simon Avatar

        They are… I’m always here to listen 🙂 ❤

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  15. janetweightreed10 Avatar

    I am so sorry to hear this Tiffany, but can see from her photographs that she will remain with you always….Clearly you have inherited many or her wonderful traits including the.making of beautiful art. XX

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Janet ❤️‍🩹

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  16. M. Avatar
    M.

    😔 aww sorry to hear my friend, your Mom sounds amazing. Did she paint those sunflowers ? Be well, I’ll be thinking about ya 🫶

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Matt. Yes, she was a great watercolor artist, among other things ❤️‍🩹

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      1. M. Avatar
        M.

        My Mom painted one watercolour and I have it. She wanted to be a childrens writer abd never got to realize her dream.

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  17. gtree1 Avatar

    It’s sore Tiffany. Love to you and your family. ❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  18. AJ Schenkman Avatar

    My condolences. Losing a parent is so hard at any age.🙏 May her memory be a blessing.

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  19. philsblog01 Avatar

    I am so sorry Tiffany. Mothers are so special, it is so very hard when they pass. Peace and Blessing, May She Rest In Peace.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Phil ❤️‍🩹

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  20. Michele Lee Avatar

    Thinking of you dear Tiffany. 💝 Thank you for sharing beautiful memories and photos of your mom. An inspiring life that flows through you. 💕

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Michele ❤️‍🩹

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      1. Michele Lee Avatar

        You’re very welcome. 🕊️ If I can do anything, please ask. 💕

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  21. Tra Italia e Finlandia Avatar

    Sorry to hear that. Our mother is such a big part of us! I have recently lost mine too and I share your sorrow.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, and I’m sorry for your loss too. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

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  22. michnavs Avatar

    My love and prayers 🙏❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much ❤️‍🩹

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  23. EclecticMusicLover Avatar

    Oh, this is such sad news, Tiffany. My condolences for your loss, made even more painful by the fact you lost Shady Grove only two months ago. From the photos and words you’ve shared with us, it appears your mother was a lovely woman, both inside and out. That you learned/inherited some of your artistic talents from her is a fitting tribute indeed.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Jeff, it’s been a very difficult year indeed. All the more reason for art and music! ❤️‍🩹

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  24. Antique Works Avatar

    With my deepest sympathy Tiffany, I’m sorry to hear that your mother passed on.

    God bless you.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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      1. Antique Works Avatar

        You are most welcome.

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  25. Crafts Inspire Me Avatar

    So sorry to hear about your mom. Your words are a beautiful tribute to her and the amazing life she shared with friends and family. She will be missed.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much ❤️‍🩹

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  26. Nancy ~ The Sicilian Storyteller Avatar

    My sincere condolences, Tiffany. I’m so sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. Sending a warm embrace at this time of great heartbreak for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your mom rest peacefully now and forever. 🫶🏼

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Nancy ❤️‍🩹

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      1. Nancy ~ The Sicilian Storyteller Avatar

        Most and always welcome, Tiffany 🫶🏼

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  27. hitandrun1964 Avatar

    I am so very sorry for you loss. It’s a horrible thing, to lose your mother. Your post was a beautiful tribute. Sending love and lots of hugs.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Gigi, appreciated ❤️‍🩹

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      1. hitandrun1964 Avatar

        Will be thinking about you and sending you healing thoughts.

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  28. Graham Stephen Avatar

    a lovely tribute, tiffany. there is never a “good” time, but it is especially sad when it happens around this time of year. thinking of you.

    -✧✦☆❖◈❋✤☆✦-∞-♡-∞-✦☆✤❋◈❖☆✦✧-

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Indeed, thank you Graham ❤️‍🩹

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  29. Phil Avatar

    I’m so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing, Tiffany. So many beautiful memories and photographs, indeed. You have my condolences, dear friend. May she rest in peace. ❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Phil ❤️‍🩹

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  30. Mister Bump UK Avatar

    Oh Tiff, I’m sorry. Sending hugs across the ocean.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Pete ❤️‍🩹

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      1. Mister Bump UK Avatar

        My father had dementia his last 20 years.
        How we go is so important, I hope your mum died with dignity.

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        1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

          I’m sorry you had to deal with it also. Not much dignity in the end, but I was glad to be with her in her final hours. 😔

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  31. suzannesmom Avatar

    Very sorry for your loss, Tiffany, and also for the dementia, which is hard on both the individual and the family.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, a terrible disease indeed 😔 ❤️‍🩹

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  32. capentalc Avatar

    I’m so sorry for your loss. You’ve had a tough year with the loss of your mom and your beloved cat. Prayers for your comfort and peace, Tiffany.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much, yes, it would be so nice if I could love on my kitty right now, they were my two best friends 😔

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  33. Resa Avatar

    My deepest condolences, Tiffany!

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you Resa ❤️‍🩹

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  34. Claudia McGill Avatar

    I’m sorry to hear this. She sounds like a person who made the world brighter. My condolences.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Oh, she really did, thank you Claudia ❤️‍🩹

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  35. Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) Avatar

    I’m sorry for your loss, Tiffany. She was gorgeous on the outside and even more so on the inside. Wishing you and your family strength and comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you, my friend.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thanks Gloria, appreciated ❤️‍🩹

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  36. geoffreybaines Avatar
    geoffreybaines

    Tiffany, I am so sorry to read of your Mum’s passing. Thank you for sharing what you have about Sharon.

    I will be remembering you and your family, especially in all the preparations you find yourself involved in. May there be laughter as well as tears, gladness and celebration as well as grieving.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you Geoffrey, yes, lots of emotions right now ❤️‍🩹

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  37. Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com Avatar

    Dear Tiffany, my hugs and wishing for you at this time to have some peace and comfort. I’m so sorry for your loss of your mother 💜

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you my dear friend Ka, I’ve got some healing to do❤️‍🩹

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  38. acrylicphil Avatar

    I am very sorry to hear of your loss, Tiffany. It is clear your mother was a fine person and got a lot out of life. I know that does not, however, make it any easier. My thoughts are with you.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much Phil ❤️‍🩹

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  39. mistermaxxx08 Avatar

    Prayers and thoughts are with you 🙏 bless you in this tough time, your mother was a strong soul you can feel it, reach out to me if you ever need to talk

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much Max, I feel the love and support from all my friends and family, much appreciated! ❤️‍🩹

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  40. kawaiicreator Avatar
    kawaiicreator

    😢 Deepest condolences for your loss. My late-mother too was diagnosed with dementia and succumbed to it 5 years later in 2012 so I feel your pain. My thoughts are with you during these difficult moments 🙏

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you, I’m sorry that you had to endure the same sad scenario. 😔

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  41. Advocacy and SMBC Journey Avatar

    So sorry about your mom! I will say a prayer for you and your family 🙏

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much ❤️‍🩹

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  42. roughwighting Avatar

    You write so beautifully and so lovingly of your mom. A wonderful testament to a wonderful mom. Sending you sympathy. Dementia is a cruel disease. May she be at peace now.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you ❤️‍🩹

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  43. Dawn Pisturino Avatar

    I’m so sorry for your loss, Tiffany, she sounds like a wonderful woman! Her sunflower painting is stunning.

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    1. TiffanyArpDaleo Avatar

      Thank you Dawn, I have that painting on my bedroom wall now!

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  44. Jill Kuhn Avatar

    So sorry for your loss, sending hugs 🥰

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  45. Audrey Driscoll Avatar

    I am sorry to hear about this, Tiffany. Thank you for telling us about your Mom.

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