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Karen Clark Obituary
1956 - 2015 PUTNEY, VT Karen R. Clark, 59, died on Saturday December 12, 2015 at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital. She was born in Denville, NJ on February 6, 1956; the daughter of T. Wayne and Helen M. Clark of Eastbrook, ME. Karen was educated in the NJ school system, graduating from Warren Hills High School, Class of 1974. She then went on to attend Keystone Jr. College in PA, earning an Associates degree, and finally she earned her Bachelors and Master's degree from Kean College in NJ. Karen was employed at Community College of Vermont. She started her work as a faculty member, teaching in the late 90's. In 2002 she became a Coordinator of Academic Services. Karen not only connected well with the students, but could also untangle most IT issue in a snap. In 2012, she was named VEOP Educator of the Year by her peers. Karen was a member of the College Council, the Computer and Math curriculum committee, and the New England Opportunities Association, helping to plan many conferences. She served as the Center's lead user, ADA advisor, 311 coordinator and admission liaison. Karen had a special place in her heart for her CCV family. Karen was a talented crafter, who loved stamping, beading, and making her own cards, calendars, paper, etc. She was an avid Harry Potter fan. Karen enjoyed movies, birding, kayaking, hiking, snow-shoeing, and photography, winning prizes from the Great Swamp Wildlife Refuge. Karen especially loved helping people. She will always be remembered by those who knew her for her willingness to help others. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a brother, T. Robert Clark and his wife, Sue of Washington, NJ; two sisters, Ruth E. Rafferty and her husband, Patrick of E. Brunswick, NJ and Marilyn S. Geydoshek and her husband, Michael, Jr. of Newton, NJ; six nieces and nephews, T. Brandon Clark, Caitlin S. Clark, Michael Clark, Cheney R. Rafferty, Julia E. Geydoshek and Ashley H. Geydoshek; her best friend, Melanie L. Crosby, who has never left her side; as well as many close friends and her CCV family. SERVICES: Services will be held at a later date. The KER-WESTERLUND FUNERAL HOME, 57 High St., Brattleboro, is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers a scholarship fund has been started in Karen's name. To donate, please visit the CCV website at : www.ccv.edu\giving Condolences may be offered at : www.kerwesterlund.com
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Rosita Fox
June 9, 2016
Dear Helen, Tee, and family,
My mother and I just found out today about Karen. We were greatly saddened to receive this news. We loved Karen very much. I always admired Karen because she was such an amazing person. She had such a kind and loving personality. I've always thought of her as the sister I never had.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Rosie
Rosita Fox
June 9, 2016
Dear Helen, Tee and family,
My mother and I were greatly saddened to receive this news. We loved Karen very much. I always admired Karen because she was such an amazing person and had such a kind and loving personality.
I always thought of her like the sister I never had.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending you love and prayers.
Kathy & Greg Molatch
January 9, 2016
I am so sorry for the unimaginable pain you must be feeling. May the light and love that is Karen bring you comfort. We are just a phone call away at any time. Please know that we care very much.
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Alison Brunelle
January 2, 2016
Dearest Aunt Helen & Uncle Tee: Lovely service, tastefully done. I love you..
Noël Duvall
December 26, 2015
Dear friend, it was an honor and a privilege to know you. Your life has uplifted so many others - the legacy of your work will live on for generations. You are sorely missed, my friend.
December 24, 2015
I know you will always be watching over the ones you love. Gerry Woods
Ann Chenery
December 23, 2015
I am so sorry that this has happened ..May you feel comfort from all of us who are thinking about the many ways Karen touched people in her short time on earth. Her joy in creativity was always apparent in her Christmas cards..I hope you are flooded with only good memories as you endure this difficult time. Love, Ann
December 22, 2015
Helen and Tee,
I am so sorry for your loss. This worst nightmare for any parent must be devastating. Karen and you are on our church prayer list. Wish there was something I could to to absorb some of your pain. Bob Chenery
Susan Nichols
December 19, 2015
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept my condolences, she will not be forgotten.
Ann Newsmith
December 18, 2015
I always appreciated Karen's warm smile and huge heart. She has left us much too soon, and I know she will leave a big hole in the hearts of her family, friends, and colleagues. Bless you, Karen!
Isaiah 24:6
December 17, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Laurie Favreau
December 17, 2015
My sympathy to the family and to her dear friend Melanie.Karen really made me feel important and made my experience at CCV purposeful. She was there for me in good times and bad always coaching me along with enthusiasm ans spirit. What a huge loss for the college community, her family, friends and all who knew and loved her RIP my friend.
Crystal Collins
December 16, 2015
Karen was a really great role model for me in my years at CCV. She took pride in every student that not only crossed her doors but also the doors to the college itself. No matter who you were she wanted to help you, and in one way or another she always did. Even if it was just a shoulder to cry on. She will always hold a very important piece of my heart. She truly was a great person and will be severely missed by all the lives she has touched. My thoughts are with the families both by blood and bond.
Carol Musselman Kain
December 16, 2015
I went to high school with Karen. We were in the chorus together and it was always fun. She was a great friend. My sincere sympathies to the family.
Leo Rapacki
December 16, 2015
Forever in my heart. Always have, always will.
Donna Schlossberg
December 16, 2015
I went to High School with Karen. She was a wonderful person and I am impressed but not surprised by her life's work. So sorry to hear of her passing. I am glad that she had her best friend with her to the end. Special blessings for her.
Sandy Waters
December 16, 2015
I will always remember Karen and the assistance she gave me to get through collage. I couldn't of asked for a better adviser and friend. We will all miss you Karen.
Kevin Borovsky
December 16, 2015
I am truly saddened by Karen's departure. Karen was truly a friend of mine a long time ago at Keystone but our memories and the time spent stand forever! I will always remember her smile and laugh. May the peace of the Lord be with her and her family.
Kim and Lee Shuster
December 16, 2015
My condolences and prayers to Karen's family and friends.
. Isaiah 26:4 DEE
December 16, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Katie Mcallister
December 16, 2015
Karen was such an amazing person who loved her students greatly. She helped many of us believe in ourselves and push forward through our college career. She will be so missed. Sending much love to her family and friends.
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