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Mark & Shari Elliott
October 2, 2013
Don,
We have fond memories of York and you and Karen. We were married around the same time....gave birth around the same time....They were some of the best times of our lives....Our prayers are with you and the family.
Karen Hook
August 18, 2013
To Don and Family, heartbreaking doesn't begin to describe this sudden loss. My most sincere prayer that you find peace amidst this tragedy. May the support of friends and family help guide you and your memories of Karen help sustain you. With deepest sympathy, Karen Hook
Claire Culler Mack
August 13, 2013
I have such wonderful childhood memories of Karen and the Donovan Family. I'm so sorry for your loss and I know her smiling personality will be greatly missed.
Terri Simonds
August 13, 2013
Don and family, my thoughts are with you! I pray memories of your time together will sustain you through your heartache and help you heal.
Andrew Harner
August 13, 2013
To Megan, Don, and Alison: Words can't express how sad I am to hear of the passing of such an amazing person. Karen's kindness was unrivaled and I am grateful to have known her.
Chris and Kiki Perrini
August 13, 2013
Don,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Rodney Stauffer
August 13, 2013
Don, I was sorry to hear of Karen's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ashley Tomchick
August 13, 2013
My heart is heavy. Such an amazing women! Prayers to the family!
Jim and Denise Riddle
August 13, 2013
Our sympathy and prayers are with Karen's entire family in your time of grief over this tragic loss. May God bless and comfort each and every one of you.
Stacie & Damian Burnside
August 13, 2013
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to Jim, Ali, Megan and all of Karen's family at this difficult time. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. xxoo
Vic Dorazio
August 13, 2013
Don, So sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I have great memories of many fun times so many years ago with you and Karen. You and your family are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy
Marcy Kehler
August 13, 2013
Ali, Megan, and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn and Kirk Lesser
August 12, 2013
Ali, Megan, Don and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I never saw her without a smile on her face. We had some fun standing on the sidelines watching you girls play soccer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
August 12, 2013
Ali, Doug and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We are so sorry to hear this news. Stay strong and cherish all of the wonderful memories.
Melissa & Doug Lesser
Maria Pender
August 12, 2013
Ali, Megan and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Laura Corsa
August 12, 2013
My heart aches for all of you as you grieve your loss. Cherish all of the wonderful memories of your mother, wife, aunt, sister, friend, ...
I had the pleasure of working with Karen and teaching her beautiful daughters. Alison and Megan, your mom will forever be in your heart, and will be watching over you everywhere you go, and with everything you experience. She was always so proud of both of you! Hugs to you and your family.
Karen Shultz
August 12, 2013
To: Don, Allison, Megan and Family,
From: Charles and Alice Misner
Words cannot express our love for Karen and how much we are going to miss her. Living directly across the street from the Shultz's, we will think of her and miss her every day as we open our front blinds each morning. She was the best neighbor anyone could have. Sincerely, The Misners
Ryan Cimo
August 12, 2013
Jim and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Amy Walter
August 12, 2013
We will miss you very much Mrs. Shultz. Love, Ian and Andrew Walter of Stony Brook Elementary
Bart & Eva Robins
August 12, 2013
Don, Alison & Megan: We are so terribly sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Karen was such a warm and caring person. You are in our prayers.
Jason Bonardi
August 12, 2013
Don: Sharonne and I are so sorry for your tragic and sudden loss. I tell her often about how we discuss our weekends and upcoming family activities. I feel like I know Karen almost as well as you. Our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless, Jason, Sharonne, and Jordan Bonardi
Rina Houck
August 12, 2013
My deepest condolences to all of Karen's family. All of us at Stony Brook will miss her deeply. Karen was a wonderful person, and an amazing teacher. She loved the kids and was so dedicated to her work. She came to work everyday smiling and was willing to do before we even asked. She will forever be in our hearts. Many prayers will go out to your family.
Scott Zaner
August 12, 2013
Don,
Wea re so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
Scott & Donna
Julie Dorwart
August 12, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I have great memories of Karen, (fondly known as Duck) especially during Hurricane Agnes. She will always bring a smiles to the people whom were lucky enough to have known her. We will miss you Duck.....................
Molly Laks-McGiveron
August 12, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
August 12, 2013
Don,
I'm so sorry to hear about Karen. My deepest sympathy.
Kim (Eaton) Craver
Vince and Alison Mak (Hong Kong Cleaners)
August 12, 2013
Karen was a special part of our daughters' lives and we will miss seeing her smiling face around Stony Brook. We will also miss our Saturday morning chats at HKC. She was a special lady, one who truly made a difference in the lives of those around her. Praying for your family during this difficult time.
Meg Horst Zayan
August 12, 2013
My condolences go out to the Donovan and Shultz family. Many of us who grew up with Karen are on facebook sharing our sadness over this news. The stories we are sharing are a tribute to Karen whose personality and character warmed those around her. Her YSH nickname "Duck" is remembered. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to her family.
August 12, 2013
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to Jackie (Suzanne) and entire family. Our prayers are with you! Ray & Maryann Laks
Skip Counselman
August 12, 2013
Don, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindi Jacobs-Martin
August 12, 2013
Sending hugs and prayers to the Shultz family.....Heaven has another beautiful Angel. Rest in peace, Ducky!
Nancy Fisher
August 12, 2013
Ali and all the family,
So sorry to hear of your love ones passing. My sympathy and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
August 12, 2013
Truly special people rarely come into a person's life...how blessed we were to have Karen in ours. She brought love, caring, a sense of humor...and, yes a sense of urgency and organization. Karen has a very special place in our hearts! Don, Ali & Megan - we love you and our prayers are with you.
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