Sharon Kathleen Hannigan (née O’Shaughnessy)

Sharon Kathleen Hannigan, (née: O’Shaughnessy), passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at The Valley Hospital, surrounded by her loving daughters just as she had always surrounded them with love throughout her life. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Sharon was the cherished daughter of the late Sinon and Margaret (née: Gallagher) O’Shaughnessy. She carried with her a deep faith, a kind heart, and a quiet strength that shaped the lives of everyone who knew her. Proud of her roots, Sharon held a deep and lifelong pride in being 100% Irish, a heritage that was close to her heart. Sharon was the devoted wife of the late Edmond Lyden Hannigan, with whom she built a life centered on love, family, and togetherness. She was a deeply devoted mother to Eileen Van Horn; Kathleen Hannigan (Ediberto Balatbat); Patricia Hannigan (Robert Lasser); Colleen De Pinto, and the late Corrado De Pinto; and Tara Servodio (Giovanni). Being a mother was her greatest purpose and her proudest role. Her love only grew with each new generation. She was a proud and adoring grandmother to Joseph, Erin, Emily, Nicholas, Patrick, Emma, Gianna, Ethan, Ryan, Ayden Elizabeth, Logan, Nathan, and Joshua, and a treasured great-grandmother to Patrick, Claire, Natalie, Elizabeth, and Evelyn. Nothing brought her more joy than time spent with her family. Her laughter, guidance, and warmth will forever remain in their hearts. Sharon’s happiest moments were centered around togetherness. She especially loved holidays, when her home was filled with laughter, food, and the presence of those she loved. One of her greatest joys was having a full house; her door was always open, and everyone was always welcome. Those gatherings created memories that her family will cherish forever. Sharon was also a loyal and dear friend to many, and she cherished the friendships she maintained throughout her life, always offering kindness, support, and a listening ear. Sharon was predeceased by her dear siblings Bridget Galvin, James O’Shaughnessy, Margaret Sheila O’Shaughnessy, Patricia Crowley, Michele Scibetta, and Michael O’Shaughnessy. She is also lovingly survived by many cherished nieces and nephews, who will remember her warmth, generosity, and enduring love. A woman of deep faith and quiet generosity, Sharon gave so much of herself to others. She was deeply involved in her parish community at St. Paul the Apostle, where she volunteered with the Parent Guild and Carnival Committee, the Rosary Society, and St. Paul’s School. She also dedicated her time to the Academy of Saint Aloysius High School. Her kindness and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on many.
Sharon will be remembered not only for what she did, but for who she was: a woman of beauty, warmth, grace, and unconditional love. She had a special way of making everyone feel at home, and her presence was a comfort to all who knew her.
Though her absence leaves a deep void, the love she gave so freely will live on in the hearts of her family forever. She will be deeply missed, always loved, and never forgotten.
“May her soul be at peace and may the love she shared return to those who cherished her. May the road rise up to meet her, may the wind be always at her back, and may she be held in the gentle embrace of heaven.”
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM on June 6th at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 14 Greenville Avenue, Jersey City, NJ. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum in North Arlington, NJ.