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Karen CHASE Obituary
She was born in North Carolina and reared in Franklin. Karen was a graduate of Franklin High School and the Louise Obici School of Nursing. She had been a registered nurse with the Western Tidewater Health District for more 25 years. Karen was a beautiful person inside and out and was always happy and smiling. She loved gardening and cooking, but her family was her main love.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Rusty Chase; three daughters, Lindsey Christine Chase, Lauren Brooke Chase and Leigh-Ann Phillips Chase; her parents, Eddie and Carol Phillips; two sisters, Cindy P. Rubino (Elliott) and Nancy P. Scott; two brothers, Eddie A. Phillips II (Bonnie) and P. Scott Phillips (Amy); one nephew; six nieces; and her loving dog, Midnight.
A graveside funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, June 18, 2010, at the Windsor Cemetery with the Rev. Mark Habecker officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Wright Funeral Home, Franklin, and suggest memorials be made to the Karen Chase Memorial Fund, c/o Farmer's Bank, P. O. Box 285, Windsor, VA 23487 for the continuing education of her daughters. www.wrightfuneralhome.org. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen CHASE
June 28, 2010
Rusty, I am so sorry to hear about Karen. We pray that God will give you and the girls the strength to somehow move forward. You are very loved Rusty and have many thoughts , prayers and tons of love being sent your way. We love you Rusty, Tammy/ Larry Buchanan
Jacqueline King
June 24, 2010
To Karen's Family
I am so very shocked and saddened to learn of Karen's passing. I worked with her for many years through her job at the Isle of Wight Health Dept. She was such a good and caring nurse. I am sure she will be missed by all. My continued prayers are with your family.
Rodney Bland
June 21, 2010
Rusty, I am very sad to know that this has happened. I did not know your wife but I know that you were blessed to be with her and have three wonderful children. I will pray for you and ask for peace and understanding that only God can offer. You are a good man and will continue to be so for your family.
sylvia spencer
June 19, 2010
Dear Rusty and family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss of Karen. I remember Karen as a student nurse and how much joy and laughter she shared with those around her. I know she was a very special part of your life and on the few occasions that I saw her when you both started your family, the conversation centered on you and the girls. My prayers go out to you and your family. Sylvia Spencer {old ACLS student}
carol/tom street
June 19, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kimberly/Steve Miller
June 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Chase Family during this time of loss. Although my family and I have not had the opportunity to meet Karen I have been touched by reading the Wonderful comments people have said about her. We were informed of the passing by a good neighbor of the Chases family. The Warrens have a daughter Sydney who is good friends and classmate of our daughter Alexis. Alexis's uncle is a Fire Rescue EMT and we understand the line of work he chooses to do. I'm a student of the medical support field and new Volunteer. My husband and I love to help people. Our door is always open. Please let us know if you need help with the family or even yard work. Special Prayers for Rusty during this time to stay strong for his girls! We will be thinking about you all. In Christ's Love.
Nellie Stephenson
June 17, 2010
Rusty and Family,
It was with such sadness, grief, and disbelief when I heard of Karen's accident and death. Karen loved her family. They were always her priority.
I worked with Karen for many years at the Health Department. She was always so caring and went out of her way to help people. She will be sorely missed by her family, friends, co-workers and the community. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless each of you.
Shelley Joyner
June 17, 2010
I am truly very sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain, Please share with the girls that I am thinking of you all. I understand the pain they are in, I lost my father last year and its not an easy thing but the pain does ease some over time. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. (Shelley Thiede Joyner, former WVRS member)
Gwen Carter
June 17, 2010
Dear Lauren and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother always had a kind word to say. She will be missed. Remember the wonderful times you have had with her and cherish them. Know that she is now in Heaven surrounded by the grace of God. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Charles Lee
June 17, 2010
RUSTY, I don,t have the words. We are praying for you and the kids. I am full of wonderful thoughts and memories of you and Karen as we grew up. I will see you soon old friend.
SJVFD&R
June 17, 2010
The members of the Stonewall Jackson Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad of Manassas, Va, respectfully send thier thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family of Karen Chase. (Karen's sister is married to our Presidents brother).
Brandon Jefferson, Chief of RVFD
June 17, 2010
May god bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Patrice, Steven & Sarah Jones
June 17, 2010
Eddie & Bonnie and Chase Family, words cannot express the deep sorrow felt for your loss! May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill and Bobbi Fordham
June 17, 2010
Rusty,
We are both so very sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you and your children in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything to help both now and in the future.
Cheryl Fortner
June 17, 2010
Dear Leigh-Ann and Family,
Please know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Your mom was a supportive and wonderful parent. She was always willing to pitch in and help me out when I needed something for the class. Hold close your memories of her my dear, they will always be treasures that you will have. With love and a hug...
Jim and Joyce Elliott
June 17, 2010
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God bless you and memories and time ease your pain.
deborah turner
June 17, 2010
Rusty and family, May God bless you and your familys in your time of sorrow. Karen was a great person and a great nurse. She will truly be missed from all whom had had the please of meeting her. May God be with you.
June 17, 2010
6/17/10
Bonnie and Eddie,
Thinking of you and your families at this time. If I can be of any help, please do not hesitate to call. I will keep you in my thoughts.
Faye Askew
Bobby Holloman
June 17, 2010
My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family. God loves us and knows what is best. Sometimes we do not understand HIS methods but we must always trust in HIM. Please let Jesus comfort you in this trying time. God bless you and your family
Mark & Margaret Slauter
June 17, 2010
Rusty (and family): I was saddened to hear about the accident and your loss. you are in our hearts and prayers.
Jeff and Judy Conner
June 17, 2010
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Chase family. May the love of Jesus bring God's peace and healing.
Donnie Rowell
June 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marsha Palmer
June 17, 2010
To Chase Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. To the young ladies know that you meant the world to your mother. Mr.Chase, Lauren, Lindsey and Leigh- Ann know that God is in control and that He has work for her to complete in His heaven garden. She was a very lovely person always had a smile for you. I last saw her in Feb when she gave me my H1N1 shot. Be Blessed and know that God cares for you.
June 17, 2010
my thoughts and prayers are with the Chase family during this hard time. She was a wonderful woman! stay strong leigh ann lauren lindsay and rusty
June 17, 2010
To Mr. Chase and the Girls:
I was sincerely shaken to hear about the tragic loss of your beloved wife and mother. I know she was already an angel in your eyes. I got to meet Mrs. Chase on several occasions. I remember meeting her when she would come to Windsor Middle School and pick up her daughters for some reason or the other. I especially remember Leigh -Ann who I always called "Short Stuff". I commented to her about how much she looked like Leigh-Ann. She'd then say "well that what everybody says" I know she will be sorely missed because she was definitely loved. You couldn't help but love her because she was so easy to love. Mrs. Chase was always the same and caring person whenever I saw her. You could tell she really was a great nurse. Nurses are persons that honestly care for the whole patient and that was the kind of nurse and the kind of person she was. May all of you be comforted at this time of grief and sorrow. I pray that God will sustain you and hold you all close. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs. B. Richardson-Brown
Newport News, Va.
Laura and Neil Daigle
June 17, 2010
We are so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
raymond aston
June 17, 2010
my thoughts and prayers to the family during this time of loss
Justin, Chase, and Denise Hundley
June 17, 2010
Our heart aches for each of you as you deal with this tremendous loss. Please know that your friends, family, prayers, and beautiful memories will help carry you through the difficult times ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With heartfelt sympathy,
Dr. Sandra Sessoms-Penny
June 17, 2010
To the Chase Family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived with your wife, mother, friend, sister and aunt - Karen. Consider the joy and love she poured into your lives. I feel blessed to have gotten to know Karen through her children. May God's love give you comfort and peace as time has to take its course in your healing.
Dave, Brenda, and Ben Hodgson
June 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories.
James, Mary and Cory Bland
June 16, 2010
Our famiy is so sorry for your pain and your great loss. Karen was a wonderful person and she will be missed by all who knew her.
We will pray that your family can go forward in peace knowing how blessed you were to have her in your lives.
April Hughes
June 16, 2010
Rusty, you and your girls are in my prayers. Be strong and put your faith in God...he only takes the best...and that is what Karen was. She is now an angel watching over you all.
Chris Bredon
June 16, 2010
You and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen was a wonderful, sweet woman and will truely be missed by all who were blessed enough to know her.
Clark Taber
June 16, 2010
"Rusty, you and your family are in Barbara's and my prayers,thoughts, and hearts also during this very difficult time. God bless you and ease your pain. I never met Karen but now I wish I had. Knowing a special person is always a gift! Wish we had worked together more...
Russell & Wanda Savedge
June 16, 2010
I met Karen over 20 years ago when she was a nurse at Isle of Wight Health Dept. and I worked for IOW DSS. My husband and Rusty Chase currently communicate on various issues from time to time due to the nature of their job. The four of us met in BELK Dept. Store during the Christmas Season and it was such a pleasure to see and talk with Karen after many years. She was pleasant and friendly as she has always been. We are so very sorry for your loss and will pray that God will comfort and keep each of you during this time.
Pastor Doug VanNiel
June 16, 2010
Our prayer is for God's Power to transform this tragedy into a blessing for many. Saint Paul reminds us of our faith in God's grace by saying, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."(See Romans 8:28) With you, looking for the good to come, Pastor Doug VanNiel and friends at Bethany Presbyterian Church, Zuni, VA
tonya everette
June 16, 2010
Karen will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
She was a friend and co-worker.
Jason & Jessica Edwards
June 16, 2010
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God bless you and time ease your pain.
Ruth Debrito
June 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. There is never a bigger tragedy than losing someone you love, except than losing them suddenly. God indeed needed her, and she is always with you all, in your heart.
Linda Free
June 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Free
June 16, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jenny Doll
June 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this painful time. May God comfort you and give you strength in a way that only He can do. I Love you all and am incredibly sorry for your loss.
Kim Day
June 16, 2010
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep you close in my heart and my prayers.
Debi Jones
June 16, 2010
There are just no words to give comfort at a time like this. My heart aches for all of you. Karen was a wonderful friend and co-worker. She will be missed.
Kim Bess
June 16, 2010
My family and I are so sorry for your loss.
June 16, 2010
I was extremely saddened to hear of Karen's death. I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Michele Brockington-Mason
June 16, 2010
So, so sad. Karen must have been needed in Heaven.
Rosemary Arbogast
June 16, 2010
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your daughters during this time of grief. My your memories of Karen comfort you and give you peace.
linda christie
June 16, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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