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for Karen Ortman
Nick Costrino
August 20, 2008
I also attended college with Karen at Both NCCC and Buffalo State. She was born one day after me and this year I will celebrate our birthdays togather. She was a kind and talented friend, and will be missed greatly. God Bless.
Heidi & Jon Duffie
August 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family. I learend of Karen's passing from a few of the girls at our church (Forest View Church of God) that worked with her at Circle C this summer. May the Lord shine upon you and may He grant you the peace that surpasses all human understanding. Be still and know that HE is GOD.
Thomas Sionkiewicz
August 16, 2008
My deepest sympathy is extended to the Ortman family, Marge and Terry Terian, and especially Chris. It was a shock for me to hear this news and my thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. God Bless You All!
Maryann Waters
August 16, 2008
Ortman & Terian Families ~~
Our thoughts are with you all in this difficult time. May you find peace and solace.
Maryann Waters - FRG
SSG Robert Waters
jodie rich
August 15, 2008
to the ortman family,
karen was one of the sweetest girls i have ever met....she shined & we will miss her so much!
i am so sad for your loss.
Victor and Julia Sharpe
August 14, 2008
Russ and MaryJane, and family,
we are so so very sorry to hear of the loss of Karen, you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christina Jones
August 14, 2008
Remember her life
Dont dwell on her death
her body lays at rest
But her soul lives in heaven
leaving us here bereft
look up to her and smile
good lord took back his child
Her work here done
its time she spread her
wings awhile
Remember her laugh
Remember her spirit
Remember her mad
Remember she's a gift
that you have
Not one you had
She lives here still in those
that loved her
and she would never
want you sad
Cherish the love you shared
Celebrate her light
Remember her life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerly. Melvin, Christina, Jaylah, and Jorryn Jones
Nicole Gerevics
August 14, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Karen's laughter and joy will forever ring in our ears. She is greatly missed.
Karen with some of us in design at Buff State, December 2006.
August 13, 2008
Kathleen Barnes
August 13, 2008
I have been thinking about Karen all week and the incredible person that she was.
I first met Karen in the spring of 2004 at Buffalo State College. We were in the Design program together and became very good friends. I saw her almost everyday when classes were in session and I can tell you she was never without a smile on her face. I always admired her great love for her family and for the Lord...neither of which she ever hid her feelings.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Karen's family, fiance, and friends. I love you and will miss you so much, Karen...but we will see each other again one day.
Renee & Andrea Abbate
August 13, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Karen at Key Bank. I learned more about her, her parents, and Chris (always with a smile on her face) in the 8 months, as colleagues than I know of friends and neighbors in my lifetime. We laughed and cried all on Company time. What fun we had! My Daughter Andrea also had the opportunity to meet Karen at Circle C Ranch. Thanks to Karen, I had peace of mind as a first time parent sending a first time daughter to camp knowing Karen was there for Andrea if she needed a shoulder of support in my absence. This was precious to me. The wealth of knowledge, love and passion Karen had for God was immeasurable. When I think of Karen, I see her next to the scripture Matt 22:37 and Galatians 5:22. I know we are supposed to celebrate her passing as difficult as is. The only comfort I have now is knowing she is walking with Jesus and gets to see the face of God! HOW COOL AND AWESOME IS THAT!! My song of thought to Karen is by Sanctus Real "The Face Of Love"
Kathleen Menzel
August 12, 2008
I met Karen this summer on staff at Circle C. She asked me to share my testimony with her. I knew right away her passion for the Lord because of her eagerness to know how the Lord guided my life. Karen spent every opportunity to grow closer and closer to the image of Christ. Even at the end of the day when she could go to bed, she came into my cabin to invest in the campers. I was looking forward to a friendship with her. She was inviting in her conversations, and I always felt a comfort to open up to her. I used to love when she would talk about her family because her face would light up and there was usually a deep belly laughter with the stories. My heart hurts for her family and for Chris. I am praying for you.
Gene & Connie Sharp
August 12, 2008
To the Orman family and Chris,
We serve an awsome God. He has blessed us so much by allowing Karen to be a part of our lives over the past few years. Whether it was at Circle C or just with the girls (Beth, Deb or Tina) showing up here at our house, Karen always called us Mom and Dad. I looked up the word "sweet" in the dictionary and there was Karen's picture. She was the verey essence of "sweetness" in her personality, her willingness to help and put others before herself, and in her smile. A smile we will never forget. She just got to Heaven a little before the rest of us. Thank God, we will be able to see that smile through all eternity. She was a dear woman of God and a friend that will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to all of you, as we know you will miss her too. Oh, how she loved all of you!!
Chaplain Allen Ferry
August 11, 2008
The Chaplains of the New York National Guard extend our sympathy to Karen's family and friends. We especially grieve for Chris. Yet as believers we grieve not as those without hope. Karen has now entered the presence of her Savior. May the grace and comfort of God sustain you. The Word of God tells us, “So we are always confident, knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord. For we walk by faith, not by sight. We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:6-8)
Michelle Intrabartolo
August 11, 2008
Karen will be greatly missed by me and all of her co-workers at Key bank. Karen and I started at Key the same time and went thru 3 months of training together. We got to know each other pretty well. She was one of the nicest, sweetest people I knew and kept me calm when I got stressed. I will miss her very much and I send my deepest sympathy to her family and loved ones.
Teresa M Smith
August 11, 2008
I had the honor of working closely with Karen at Keybank. I encouraged her to get away for the summer as that is where her heart was. Karen had one of the dearest souls and she reminded me daily of my mother, with her faith in God. We have to believe that everything happens for a reason and that this was God's plan for her. I will miss her dearly.
AJ & Kelley Paolini
August 11, 2008
Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way
to the peace and comfort of God's love.
Nicholas Perry
August 11, 2008
My heart and prayers go out to the Lord on behalf of your family. Karen will be missed but often thought of. Karen has touched so many with the love and grace of her God. Karen's faith in Christ has inspired many to go deeper in their relationship with the Lord.
June 21, 2008: Karen on Lower Right
Beth Cerminara
August 11, 2008
As one of my best friends, my roommate, and bridesmaid in my recent wedding, Karen meant the world to me. I greatly looked up to her and I know she will always be highly honored in the thoughts of so many people that she touched. She was an amazing woman of God and a much loved friend, daughter, sister, and fiance. Chris, there are no words I can think of to comfort you, but may the peace of God that passes all understanding guard your heart and mind in this time. You will always have a friend in me. Please call anytime night or day. Pat and I are praying for you.
Carmen Hernandez
August 11, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family. I pray that you will find peace in knowing what a beautiful person Karen was and how much she loved God. I believe she is in heaven, an angel watching over us all. I had the pleasure of meeting Karen at Key Bank as her co-worker. I will miss seeing her smiling face and hearing the kind words she had to offer. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Godbless.
Courtney Black
August 10, 2008
I am so sorry for Karen's death. I had the privilege of spending time with Karen for a week even though it was only for 40 minutes a day at Circle c. Karen was an amazing person. I am so sorry for her death. May God be with your family during this time. I will be praying for the Ortman family. Its good to know Karen is at home with God. May God bless your family.
Christin Geschwender
August 10, 2008
To the Ortmans, Chris, and the Terian Family and all who loved Karen,
I know that this is a time for grieving and for rejoicing. Karen is home with our Heavenly Father praising Him in a perfect body with no pain or sickness. We will all miss her laughter and smiles. I pray for the comfort and peace that only the Lord can bring. She has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. I love you guys.
Don and Carol Escott
August 10, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dustin Strano
August 10, 2008
May god bless karen and all of her family in this time of need. My prayers are will all of you and especially Karen. I had the honor of being one of Karens Co-workers here at key bank. God Bless from the deepest part of my heart.
Janet Reini
August 9, 2008
I want to send my deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you. You are in my prayers. Karen was a wonderful person. I love you all.
Denise & Bernie Schneider
August 9, 2008
We are very sad to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God's grace be with you at this difficult time.
lori cooper
August 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you. lori cooper, mikes mom.
Jean Palmer
August 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Jean & Bob Palmer
Terry & Marge Terian
August 9, 2008
Our Sincere Sympathy to the Ortman Family from the Entire Terian Family. We Loved Karen from the moment that we met her, and the Family shortly after. Our Grief extends in many directions, mostly it is focused on Karen and Christopher, both Loved Our Lord and Savior and they both Showed that Virtue in their Daily Walk. Chris Loved Karen and Karen Loved Chris to the extent that they both put each other more highly than self, we all knew they both believed the Bible is accurate from cover to cover. A recent e-mail by Chris from Afghanistan stated "why not me" basically, since he is in harms way, why her? Again Russ and Mary Jane we Love You and Grieve Greatly with you and your Family. May our Father in Heaven provide His Abundant Grace to Our Families and all that Loved Your daughter, and Christopher's future Wife. Maranatha Friends, Love Marge, Christopher, Terry and the Terian Family.
lisa johnston and family
August 8, 2008
To all of the Ortman's,
Karen's passing was so sudden and tragic. I pray for God to help you with your loss. We know that she is so safe and loved and happy now in heaven. I'm so sorry that you are suffering here on earth and I pray that your hearts can mend.
writing this note with tears for your sadness.
may God give you strength.
Phyllis Williams
August 8, 2008
Steve and family, I am sorry for your loss and if their is anything you need please feel free to call. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacob Beatty
August 8, 2008
You will be greatly missed Karen and for the poeple that know Karen know it will be by countless people who loved and admired her for the true person she was.....
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