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KAREN PORTER Obituary
PORTER, KAREN R. - of Mays Landing, passed away suddenly on February 25, 2010 after a long illness. She was born in Atlantic City and raised in AC and Linwood. She graduated from Mainland Regional High School and Stockton State College. She worked many years in the family business, Norwood Liquor Store. She took pleasure writing poetry and wrote hundreds of poems. Karen loved all animals and they have lost a good friend. She especially loved her dogs and cats. Karen was a professional dog trainer and was a longtime member of Seashore Dog Training Club and recently South Jersey Working Dog Club. She was involved in therapy dogs for many years. She was a longtime member of HSUS, ASPCA, Alley Cat Allies, and Best Friends Animal Society. She is survived by her parents, Howard and Alix Porter of Linwood; and Richard De Cicco of Mays Landing. Services will be private. If desired, a donation may be made in Karen's name to an animal group of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to and condolences may be left for her family at: adams-perfect.com
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March 12, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Porter, We are so sorry for your loss. I was just made aware today of Karen's passing. Our family feels for you in you time of sorrow. Our Sincerest sympathy to both you and your wife.
God Bless, Susan Zane, Delores Myers, Patty Schmidt and Debbie Ricci.
Marghie Thompson-West
March 7, 2010
Even though I had not been in touch with Karen for many years memories of her impish way with words and her love of animals remain very fresh in my mind. She has been much on mind recently and I had resolved to get back in touch when I return to NJ this summer. I learned much from her about laughter, animals and not taking myself (or life) too seriously. I share your sorrow at her loss.
Cliff Anderson
March 6, 2010
Karen will be missed by all members of the South Jersey Working Dog Club of which she was a member. We loved her and learned so much from her on how to enjoy life....God Bless.
Robin Wolf
March 6, 2010
Howard and Family;
I was truely sorry to learn of the recent death of your daughter Karen. You probably won't remember me, but you helped me train my golden (Major) and my red dobbie (Jinx)many years ago. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless!
Shirley Ward
March 6, 2010
I am so heartfelt and sad of the loss of Karen. We were in elementary school together and she was one of those special people then and I know she blossomed into a beautiful and loving adult. She was one of those kind of people that had an aura around her and you knew she was truly caring and loving. My heart is with her family and all in the world who was touched by her beautiful light and God has a lovely angel at his side to guide and watch over us all.
James Boehm
March 6, 2010
Howard, Lil, & Rich,
Words fail to discribe the depth of my sorrow after learning of Karen's passing. Her effervescent personality shone on all she met. I recall the many laughs we shared, her brilliant wit, her first published poem. She was all about what is good in this world. My heartfelt sympathies and love go out to all.
Susan Van Dongen
March 5, 2010
I have just learned about Karen's death and am shocked, just shocked and saddened. Rich, Lil and Howard, my deepest sympathies to you. The last I heard, Karen was doing much better. I am at a loss for words. We have all lost a truly unique, creative, bright, interesting, kind, humane person, too soon. All those critters will miss their Mommy. Kind thoughts and love, Susan (Sue) Van Dongen, Bordentown, N.J.
March 4, 2010
Howard,
My deepest sympathy to you and your wife on the loss of Karen. I will always remember her loving manner and her sweet disposition. She had a calmness about her that attracted the trust of the creatures she loved and trained. I will always remember her helping to train my Petunia and more recently, Bebe.
My heartfelt condolences,
Becky Smith
laurie berlin
March 4, 2010
I am devastated to hear of Karen's death. I loved her very much as she was an angel on this earth, sent here to be a friend to people and animals. I am in shock and can't believe I will never chat with Karen again. Please call me when you get a chance, Howard. My number is 609-823-6141 please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do for you or your family. love, Laurie Berlin, Taz and Neo
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