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Caren Brennis Obituary


Caren Kruick Brennis

Caren Brennis of Arlington, WA died peacefully at home on March 29, 2013. Caren was born in Everett on December 20, 1930 to Cora and Dirk Kruick.
Caren was a mother and domestic diva who enjoyed camping, reading and spending time with family and friends. She had a curious, loving and generous spirit and will be greatly missed.
Caren is survived by daughter, Debra Krogstadt; daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Robert Flansaas; and siblings, John Kruick and Sharon McConnell. She is "Grammy" to seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; "Auntie" to many nieces and nephews; and "Momma" to Sophie and Ollie.
Caren was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, LeRoy Brennis; daughter, Susan Brennis Villarreal; and sisters, Johanne Kruick Nasi and Dorothy Kruick.
Please join us for a celebration of Caren's life on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the family home in Arlington.
The family wishes to thank Providence Hospice of Snohomish County for their support.

Published by The Herald (Everett) from Apr. 3 to Apr. 5, 2013.
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Auntie you were primarly a mother to me. Your missed more then words can say.

Kendall Nasi

April 22, 2013

I will always be grateful for the way Caren welcomed me into the family. She was a good friend and the sister I'd never had before. we loved her. the family is in our prayers.

Claudia Nasi

April 18, 2013

The loss of Caren (and LeRoy) has created an unfillable void in my life. Caren was both a good friend and a sister to me; and we shared a lot of coffee over the loss of Johanne. I will miss her terribly

Ted Nasi

April 18, 2013

Auntie - we love you so!

Keith and Debby Nasi

April 9, 2013

Auntie from the time i was born u supported,taught,never judged me & Loved me!!! Thank u for always being there,i will miss & Love u all my life. Ur Loving niece Linda Nasi-Lee

April 7, 2013

The footprints you left on my heart will never fade or be forgotten.i will always miss and love you my Grammy.

Tanner Fliehman

April 3, 2013

So sorry to read of Caren's passing, my thoughts & prayers are with you all...
Bobbi

Barbara (Bobbi) Edwards (Thune )

April 3, 2013

I WILL MISS MY GRAMMY I LOVE YOU

JEREMY FLIEHMAN

April 3, 2013

Caren i will love you and miss you so much , hug my children. Until we are together again love you.

Sharon McConnell

April 3, 2013

Silly, lovely Auntie so glad to have had you in my life and will always hold you in my heart. Guys, so very sorry and sad for you, love you all

Sheryl Melang

April 3, 2013

Debbie, my heart goes out to you and your family with the loss of your mother. I pray you find joy in the memories.

JEANNE DYKSTRA-BROOKS

April 3, 2013

A mom's hug lasts long after she lets go. I love you Mom.

Sandy

April 3, 2013

"Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories...." I love you Grammy

dawn patton

April 3, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Frank Hopf sr

April 3, 2013

Oh...my mammy...I will always keep you in my thoughts...never ever be forgotten! I love you sooooo much!

Joey Boersema

April 3, 2013

Kendall Nasi

April 3, 2013

Kendall Nasi

April 3, 2013

"Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories...." I love you Grammy

dawn patton

April 3, 2013

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