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Heather Karnehm Obituary

KARNEHM - Heather Jayne (nee Werner) of Naples, Florida formally of Williamsville and Orchard Park died suddenly October 17, 2008; beloved wife of Keith Karnehm, dearest mother of Bobbi Georgia Brady, Karolyn and Noah Karnehm; cherished daughter of Paula (John) Vecellio and the late Robert G . Werner; loving sister of Ellen (Donald) Antonacchio, Robin (Geoffrey) Klein, Brent (Bette) Werner; dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on October 26 in Naples. Heather we love you dearly and we will forever hold you in our hearts. Rest in Peace.

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Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2008.

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Paula Vecellio

November 21, 2008

I have 4 beautiful children. Heather was the youngest. She was spoiled by her sisters and brother as well as her Mom and Dad. It was well deserved. I will always love and cherish you Heather and you will never be forgotten....Love Mom XO

Paula Vecellio

November 21, 2008

I have 4 beautiful children. Heather was the youngest She was spoiled by her sisiters and brother as well as her Mom and Dad. It was well deserved. Heather was loved so very much. I will hold her in my heart and cherish my memories of her forever... Love Mom xo

Noah Karnehm

November 21, 2008

My mom was the most wonderful, loving caring, joy giving person. She was and is my loving angel. I love you Mom and miss you and I will always love you forever....Love Noah

Paula Vecellio

November 21, 2008

I have four beautiful children. Heather was the youngest. She was the one spoiled by her sisters brother and Mom and Dad. It was well deserved. She was always smiling and loved by everyone.You will be in my heart forever.. I love you, Mom XO

John Vecellio

November 21, 2008

Heather, light as a feather, you taught me how to be a father and Gramps... Your stepdad John

Ellen Antonacchio

November 21, 2008

My sister Heather was a very special soul. She was sweet natured and caring. We were very close as she lived in the same city as my family in Florida. I miss her so,and cannot imagine a world without Heather in it. She left behind her beautiful children who we will cherish and love. Heathers goodness, love and spirit will live on through her chlidren and our many memories Of Heathers life

Melody & Lou Dietrich

November 21, 2008

We will always remember our cousin Heather as a fun loving person. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our hearts go out to her family.

Kimberly Radt

November 21, 2008

To the entire family of my dear cousin, Heather, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I will miss Heather but I know that she will live on in our hearts and memories.

Lisa Granzo (Maxwell)

November 6, 2008

My condolences go out to the whole Karnehm and Werner families. It's been awhile since I'd been in touch with Heather but news of her death has shocked and saddened me as I'm sure it has everyone. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prays.I'll love Heather always as she was a true friend to me over many years.May God bless you all. Lisa Maxwell Granzo

michelle karnehm

November 4, 2008

Heather is and will always be loved by us. We are Erin Baker and Michelle Karnehm, Heathers sister-in-laws of 18 years. Heather was a special part of our family.She will be missed by many.We send our sympathy to all , especially Keith, Bobbie,Noah and Karolynn.

Anita Opp

October 30, 2008

Heather and I were part of the same family for years and she was my dear friend. Heather was one of the most caring and giving people I have ever known. She was such a beautiful person and loved Jesus . I am honored to have had her as my friend in this world and thankful that I am positive that I will see her again. Until then she will be missed. I love Keith and their children and keep them in my prayers daily, trusting that God will comfort them through this sorrowful time. God be with you all, always.

Samantha

October 29, 2008

I spent alot of time at Bobbi's house as a child and Heather and Keith were like a second set of parents. Heather, I will always remember how awesome and loving you were. My thoughts and prayers go out to Bobbi, Keith and little Noah as well as Heather's entire family.

Bobbi Georgia Brady

October 27, 2008

My mom was one of the nicest and most generous people I have ever met. Although she did not have a very long life, I was really lucky to have shared so much of it with her. She can never be replaced and I will always miss her, as I am sure everyone who has ever known her will. I love you forever Mom, and I will carry you always in my heart.

Darryl & Connie Radt

October 26, 2008

We will remember our cousin Heather as one who was always laughing and smiling. For others she will be remembered as a mom, a wife, a daughter, and a sister. Heather, you will be remembered fondly, and missed dearly by many.

Sabrina Craven

October 24, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the family. She will be missed by all at Naples Park Elementary.

Uncle Wally Radt

October 23, 2008

My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the entire family of Heather. God in his infinite wisdom has taken Heather from us. May the love of family and friends help to relieve your grieving over the loss of someone you dearly loved.
We will always remember Heather in our hearts for her beautiful smile, a smile that she had for everyone.
May God grant you comfort and peace in this difficult time.

Douglas Radt

October 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family of Heather Karnehm.
May you find peace and comfort through God's works in the loss of your loved one. Heather will be missed but remembered always.

Keenan Radt

October 22, 2008

My deepest sympathies to Heather's husband, her children, Aunt Paula, Ellen, Robin, and Brent and their families on the loss of Heather. I was saddened and shocked to hear of her death. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you all and may Heather rest in peace.

Eric, Misty, Luke and Jared Beauchamp

October 22, 2008

We want to express our deepest sympathy to Keith, Bobbi, Noah and the family and friends of Heather that we did not have the privilege to know. May God comfort you as only He can in this time of sorrow.

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