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Karen Found Obituary
May 3, 1942 - June 7, 2015
It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Karen Gordon Found. She was the beloved mother of Trevor, Jeremy, Alison and Daniel; and a wonderful grandmother to Karen, Anna, Tristan and Ryan. She was loved by her sisters Danny and Barb and her brother Philip. She was predeceased by her parents Gordon and Lorraine Blackford.
Our mom dedicated her life to the education of children with physical and intellectual disabilities, working for many years at (what is now) Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and Sunny View Public School. A true lover of life, mom made an impression on everyone she met as a warm, generous, kind and happy soul.
In lieu of flowers, donations sent to the London (Ontario) Health Sciences Neuroendocrine Program would be greatly appreciated. To donate, please phone 1-866-540-5473 and let the operator know that your donation is in memory of Karen Found. A memorial service will be held at Forest Hill United Church on Thursday, June 25th at 3:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Found
13 Entries
Sharon McDonald
June 26, 2015
To the Founds & Blackfords,
Karen's Celebration of Life was wonderful. Janice and I (cousins) were so glad to be able to attend. Karen's life was full of love, laughter and life. She is so like her mother - my "Aunt" Lorraine. For those who will remember her, Aunt Lorraine is "yodelling" out the door from above and telling Karen it is time to come "home". Great memories. God Bless you all. Love Sharon
June 25, 2015
Trevor, Jeremy, Alison and Daniel, we have lots of good memories of our early days on Glengrove when everyone got together. Your mom always had a smile and cheery welcome and her positive attitude has carried her through many difficulties. Regrettably we are unable to attend the Memorial Service but our thoughts are with you all.
The Murdies
Ruth Londry
June 20, 2015
I have many happy memories of visits to the Blackford household. Bill and I send our condolences thoughts and prayers to all my cousins at this time. Ruth (Lewis) Londry
Joanne Martire
June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015
We had the priviledge of living next door to Karen for almost 13 years. I'll never forget the joy on her face when we told her that we had given birth to a little girl. Since then Karen was a very big part of our family's lives. She never forgot our daughter when she traveled and every birthday we had a package waiting on our doorstep.
We will miss and love you always Karen.
Rest peacefully and may your memory be eternal.
The Martire's
bill bartle
June 18, 2015
Karen was a patient in our clinic at Sunnybrook for many years, and despite her chronic and challenging health issues alway had a smile on her face and a laugh 'about life'
Vanessa Hartley
June 18, 2015
I love the photo of Karen in the dog costume on facebook. Karen was a super positive person that influenced many children's lives. She will be missed by many especially her loving children.
Trish Noseworthy
June 16, 2015
First off I would like to say that Karen was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure to have met. I was saddened to hear of Karen's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Sincerely, Trish (SVPS)
Anne Ricci
June 16, 2015
MY deepest condolences to you all on the loss of your mom.
I was very fortunate to have gotten to know her well over the years working at Sunny View. I feel very privileged to have known her. I remember her thoughtfulness,kindness and her strength and perseverance and most of all her love of her family and her friends. I know from my own recent experience that it is very difficult to lose a parent but I also know that they will continue to live on in all of you. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
Anne Ricci
Donna Vince
June 14, 2015
Saddened to read of Karen's passing. We worked together many years ago at Eaton's,in the 1960's. Memories of singing with the Eaton group, and other adventures. Sleep peacefully old friend. Donna and Dennis Vince.
June 14, 2015
Karen's smile and genuine positive attitude were an inspiration and warm embrace to everyone she connected with. She will be missed.
Shelley H., former colleague, Sunny View Public School
Amy and Horen Boyagian
June 13, 2015
We are very sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was a dear friend to Marianne Boyagian. She visited our family in East Greenbush and it was a wonderful memory we will cherish. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sharon & Jim McDonald
June 13, 2015
Dear Blackford Cousins,
Today I was informed of Karen's passing and our condolences to everyone. The Blackford family have all been great treasures to the family. Growing up and visiting often as young cousins brings back many memories of the fun at the Blackford family home. Karen will be truly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless you all.
Sharon (Lewis) & Jim McDonald
Kendra Newkirk
June 13, 2015
The world will not be the same without Karen.
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