Pam Sartory Obituary, Death: Pam Sartory, a beloved community leader and longtime board member of Resource Depot in West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on May 3, 2025. Her passing has left a profound void in the hearts of those who knew and worked alongside her. She was more than a board member she was a pillar of the organization and a passionate advocate for sustainability, education, and the arts.
For over 15 years, Pam was an unwavering force behind the success and evolution of Resource Depot, a nonprofit dedicated to creative reuse and environmental education. Her involvement went far beyond routine service. She brought leadership, warmth, dedication, and a spirit of collaboration that uplifted everyone around her. Pam’s legacy is defined by service and stewardship. She volunteered at countless community events, lent her expertise on special projects, chaired fundraising committees, and could always be counted on to offer support—whether through action or encouragement. Her presence was marked by her willingness to “roll up her sleeves” and contribute in every way possible.
Her leadership was especially influential. Pam served on the organization’s Executive Committee for 13 of her 15 years on the board, taking on nearly every major role. She served as Treasurer from 2011 to 2013, Secretary in 2014, Vice Chair in 2015, and Chair from 2016 to 2017. After completing her term as Chair, she continued to support the board as Past President from 2018 to 2019. Most recently, she served as Vice President, a position she held from 2022 until her passing in 2025. In every role, Pam brought clarity, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to Resource Depot’s mission.
Her colleagues describe her as a generous spirit, a natural leader, and someone who inspired others to give their best. Her approach to leadership was collaborative and rooted in kindness. Pam believed deeply in the power of creativity and sustainability to change lives, and she gave everything she could to ensure Resource Depot was a place of opportunity and inspiration.
Outside of her role with Resource Depot, Pam was widely respected in the greater West Palm Beach community. She was known for her philanthropy, volunteerism, and her dedication to causes that made a tangible difference. Her impact was both broad and deeply personal—touching not only the organizations she supported but the many individuals she mentored, supported, and befriended along the way.
Pam Sartory’s death is a profound loss to the community she so deeply loved and served. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, integrity, and tireless advocacy. Her contributions to Resource Depot and the broader Palm Beach County nonprofit community will continue to resonate for years to come. A celebration of Pam’s life will be announced in the coming days. In her memory, Resource Depot invites the community to continue her mission by supporting sustainable, creative education for future generations.