Karen O''Donnell Obituary

Mrs. Karen June O'Donnell, 71, of 217 Held Street, Union Hill, Lehighton, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, in the Lehigh Valley Health Network's Muhlenberg Campus, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Richard T. "Reds" O'Donnell. They were married for 37 years this past Feb. 8. She was a housewife/homemaker, tending to her family's endeavors. She previously had worked for the former Bright's Department Store, Lehighton.Born in Mahoning Valley, she was a daughter of the late Wallace H. and Olive J. (Eberts) Henninger.
She was a 1959 graduate of Lehighton Area High School.
She was of the Lutheran faith and was a former member of Ben Salem Church, East Penn Township.
Socially, she was a member of the American Legion Post 314 Ladies Auxiliary, Lehighton, the Mauch Chunk Rod and Gun Club, Beaver Run Rod and Gun Club and the Weatherly Fire Co.
She was a very caring and loving person and a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. In her spare time, she loved spending time with her family and crocheting afghans and shawls.
Surviving in addition to her husband are two daughters, Lisa, wife of Stephen B. Everett, and Kelly, wife of Roy Zeruth, both of Lehighton; a son Kevin, and his wife, Alison, of Parryville; three grandchildren, Brittany Everett, Kassidy Shupp and Brady O'Donnell; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was also preceded in death by a son Patrick; and twins, Shawn and Colleen.
Service: Funeral service 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, Andrew P. Ovsak Funeral Home, Fourth and Iron streets, Lehighton, with the Revs. Nancy L. Moore and John W. Harding officiating. Interment, Franklin Heights Memorial Park. Call 6-8 p.m. Sunday and 10-11 a.m. Monday. Contributions in her name may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences can be offered at www.ovsakfh.com.

Published by Times News on Nov. 16, 2012.
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Reda nd Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peace be with you and your family.
Gloria Bowman

Gloria Bowman

November 23, 2012

Reds,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We pray Gods peace over you all.

Burdell & Caryl Rehrig

November 20, 2012

Our deepest sympathies are being sent to you and your family during this most difficult time

Marcia and Mark

November 19, 2012

Dear "Reds" and family my sympathy is being sent your way. I know all of you will miss Karen terribly and hope your faith will see you through this difficult time. Sincerely,Sherry Snyder

November 18, 2012

Sorry for your loss
May The Lord be with you in time of need

Tara Gowrie

November 17, 2012

Mom...you truly were an angel down here on earth. We will miss you so very much!

Roy, Kelly and Kassidy

November 17, 2012

" REDS" you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cindi and Val Eckman

November 16, 2012

May God bless you and your family as you work through this time of sorrow. Deepest sympathy.

Diann Weiss

November 16, 2012

Not knowing her personally, I know she must have been a beautiful person to have some amazing grandchildren to pass on her legacy.

November 16, 2012

Reds, We were sorry to hear of Karen's passing. The last we saw both of you was at a Viet Nam dinner at the legion. My she rest in peace and if we can do anything for you please let us know. Ya know Reds, a lot of water passed under the bridge since we'd park our '57 Olds' side by side at the band hall dances and were members of Engine Company #2 Lehighton without a worry or care in the world. Take care my friend.

Kent & Sharon Lobien

November 16, 2012

Beautiful Lady-- Loved to have fun. Gods Peace

Joan Walck

November 16, 2012

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