Holly always seemed positive and happy. She was an integral part of the “F” street gang of the 50s and 60s where we all ran around the avenues with little supervision. Best childhood memories! Holly, we will miss you. Say hi to Chris and my sister Susan for me!
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Hollie Lee Bruerton
1947•2026
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Hollie Lee Bruerton, a shining light to all who knew her, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on June 28, 2026. Born on November 22, 1947 in Salt Lake City to Milton France Woolf & Virginia Lee Woolf. Hollie graduated from East High School in 1966 then went on to work at Sorenson Research until the time she met her husband Harry Bruerton whom she later married in 1976.
Hollie was a social butterfly, a sweet, fun-loving, outgoing, caring, generous and kind soul who was known for her hobbies in knitting, crossword puzzles, ceramics & leather works. Hollie enjoyed spending time at the Midvale Senior Center & loved watching sports along with PBS.
Hollie was proud to be the oldest of five siblings which included twin sisters, Christine & Cynthia, who all share the same birthday.
Hollie is survived by Thomas S. Bruerton (son), Cindy Massie-Johnson (daughter), Cynthia McIntyre (sister) and Jim McIntyre (brother-in-law), Clancy Woolf (brother) and Larry Thiesfeld (brother-in-law), James Woolf (brother), many nieces & nephews, grandchildren & great grandchildren.
Hollie was preceded in death by Milton France Woolf, Virginia Lee Woolf, Christine Oliver (sister) & her beloved Min Pin, Chester.
There will be a viewing held at Larkin Sunset Gardens at 1950 E 10600 S in Sandy, Utah, on Thursday, July 9 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Friends may call on the family an hour before service begins. A viewing will be held on July 10, from 10 am to 10:45 am with the celebration of life beginning at 11 am until 12 noon.
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Hollie was the first person I met when I
moved to Hill creek Condos 15 years ago. She was so friendly and kind. Hollie was just Hollie, down to earth and matter of fact. I will miss Hollie and our neighborly visits
I knew Holly through her twin sister's Chris and Cindy. I remember her as being a very sweet person full of life. I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to the family.
Hollie and I met years ago on the Senior Center bus. We enjoyed spirited conversations that excited everyone riding with us. We loved to challenge in fun always. It was to share laughs especially at our class Laughter Yoga (first name it had) her favorite was after every laughing exercise, we would clap to saying very good three times then saying yay and throwing our hands up. Before convincing her that she would love this class. She seemed to be reserved. Found out soon how feisty and fun. I took her up on invite to swim. She proceeded to hand me the key to the pool. Yet very confused at first, then saying of course you are coming with and I will ask your grandson to join us. Well she came and we totally enjoyed the pool to ourselves. She said she wanted to walk over to my home with me. Amazingly her being ten years older, could do it. I was not capable. She would say Thomas and her walked to the store and other places a lot. She always accepted my strong hugs and would joke with me and others. Lots of good times with my pal Hollie. Our class facilitater and I visited her at Monument sang songs she liked from class. It was beautiful the song the facilitator had written then sang. Any patients visitors or staff hearing her gathered at the rooms doorway to listen. All were touched. Her nurse Crystal was very compassionate and loving. We believe she heard and felt our love. As we were leaving said see ya enjoy your adventure hollie holy or holy Hollie ya know I love ya. To my surprise friend excitedly said we should sing the song by Neal Diamond. We did and continued to in class. Then also. The other class we shared Music In Motion the facilitator is going to choreograph in Hollie’s honor. Hey Thomas, I always wanted to meet you yet you were off to work. Only waved to you as you skated in front of the bus. She loved to share how much she loved and appreciated you and being with you. I love your Mom! 😘
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