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Karen Szeligowski Obituary
SZELIGOWSKI, KAREN SUE, (Nee Wildman), 36 - of Egg Harbor Township, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2008 in the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, following a brief illness. Born on October 9, 1971 in Somers Point, she was the daughter of Susan (nee Dieffenbach) Wildman and the late Robert Thayer Wildman. Karen was a 1990 graduate of the Mainland Regional High School and she was also a graduate of the Rowan University in Glassboro, where she received her bachelor's degree in accounting. She worked as an accountant in the finance department for the Egg Harbor Township Municipal Complex in Egg Harbor Township for the past 2 1/2 years. Karen enjoyed skiing and she was a person who was truly family oriented. She is survived by her loving husband of 10 years, Charles P. Szeligowski, her most cherished daughters Ashley, age 5 and Sydney, age 2 ; her mother Susan Wildman of Somers Point, her brother Scott Wildman, also of Somers Point and Christopher Wildman of Linwood, as well as her mother-in-law Helen Szeligowski of Egg Harbor Township. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. Karen was preceded in death by her infant son Justin C. who passed away on April 12, 2002, her father Robert T. Wildman, who passed away in February, 2007 and her father-in-law Edward P. Szeligowski, who passed away in June, 2003. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the family on Thursday, September 4, 2008 from 10:00 AM. To 11:00 AM., in the Church of Saint Katharine Drexel, 6077 West Jersey Avenue in Egg Harbor Township, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM. Interment will then follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery on the Harding Highway in Mays Landing. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial contributions in Karen's name are respectfully requested forwarded to the Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue in Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497. Arrangements entrusted to, and written condolences may be shared with the family at www.adams-perfect.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Szeligowski
Kristen Friedland
September 29, 2008
Charles, Ashley, and Sydney--My thoughts and prayers are with you! Karen was a wonderful friend to me since we met when we were 12. She was a very special person, and she will be missed.
Barbara Kimmins
September 8, 2008
Dear Charles and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Karen was a special person and will be missed. With deepest sympathy, Barbara Kimmins and family
Beth Polyak
September 4, 2008
Charlie and Family,
I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen was a beautiful person. My sister, Kelly Latva, was truly blessed to have had such a wonderful friend in her life.
Love Beth Latva and family
Chad, Judy, Kyle and Haley Warmoth
September 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
tony balmos
September 3, 2008
To our Neighbor Charles,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
The Balmos Family at 2 Samuel,
Tony, Magda, Anthony and Mario;
Krista Libertore
September 3, 2008
Charlie and Family,
Karen was such a sweet person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
Love,
Krista and Joe Libertore
Sue Cowell
September 2, 2008
Dear Charles,
It has been a while since we've spoken but time and distance have not lessened the shock of this devastating news about Karen. I remember fondly the conversations in the office about your family events, ski trips and the joy you all shared in being together. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that our thoughts are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Charles Leeds
September 2, 2008
My heart is truly filled with sorrow at the passing of one of the kindest and friendliest people I've had the pleasure of knowing.My heart and prayers go out to her family. Please accept my condolences....
Teresa Weissert
September 2, 2008
Karen was a breath of sunshine to know. I knew her for 5 years and although we didn't speak everyday I knew I could count on her to be there for me. This is truly a loss. Her last e-mail to me she was telling me about her trip to Disney and how her girls enjoyed themselves and was looking forward to her ski trip to Vermont in January. She was the sweetest person who didn't have a mean bone in her body. She is now with her boy Justin and her father in Heaven. May God give Charles the strength to perserve during this very difficult time. Karen will be watching over Ashley and Sydney and she will be smiling from above. God rest her soul. I miss you already Karen! I will never forgot you and I promise you I will keep in contact with Charles and the girls.
BOBBY PERSHING
September 2, 2008
KAREN WAS TRULY ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE "IN ALL RESPECTS" TO EVER WALK ON THIS EARTH. MY THOUGHTS AND GREATEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL FAMILY MEMBERS. MY PRAYER NOW IS FOR THE FAMILY TO "STAY STRONG" FOR ASHLEY AND SYDNEY.
Cathy Kelly
September 2, 2008
All the folks here at A C Coin & Slot are truly heartbroken. Karen was such a sweet wonderful person. We'll remember her fondly, especially how happy she was during her pregnancies.
Robin & Jamin Jackson
September 2, 2008
Charlie & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Anna Guzman-Mata
September 1, 2008
Charlie & Family,
My thoughs and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Gwendolyn and Richard Diaz
September 1, 2008
Our prayers are with you, the girls, your families and friends. With lots of LOVE.
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