“ Like so many in the industry, I knew and loved Sharilyn for many years. She was one of the good ones.”
“ Sharilyn was such a bright spirit. I deeply admired all that she did for ISPA and for our industry. It feels far too soon, and she will be greatly missed.”
“ Sharilyn was a cherished member of our community— a beautiful, free spirit and a devoted volunteer whose contributions to ISPA and the spa industry will not be forgotten.”
“ Like so many in the industry, I knew and loved Sharilyn for many years. She was one of the good ones.”
— BARRY McCAFFREY
“ I can only smile with all the conversations and connections we shared.”
— JIM ROOT
“ Sharilyn was such a bright spirit. I deeply admired all that she did for ISPA and for our industry. It feels far too soon, and she will be greatly missed.”
— KENNETH RYAN
Throughout her career and ISPA Board service, Sharilyn Abbajay ' s guidance, mentorship and vision helped elevate the profession and inspire generations of spa professionals.
Sharilyn treasured her role as“ Nana” to grandsons Joshua and Caleb and embraced family traditions with devotion.
Sharilyn will be remembered for her leadership, her mentorship to countless industry professionals throughout their careers, her dedication to education and her lifelong passion for creating opportunities that enriched the global spa community. Above all, she cherished her role as a mother and grandmother, finding her greatest joy in her son Justin, daughter-in-law Monica, and her beloved
“ Sharilyn was a cherished member of our community— a beautiful, free spirit and a devoted volunteer whose contributions to ISPA and the spa industry will not be forgotten.”
— LYNNE McNEES
grandsons, Joshua and Caleb. She also shared a deep bond with her sisters Shelley and Kelley and extended family, with whom she created lasting traditions and countless treasured memories. n
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