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Karen Samuels Obituary
MISHAWAKA - Karen Samuels, 57, born to and survived by Fred and Bea Samuels of Mishawaka, IN, passed away on Monday, September 29, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her sisters, Kathy White and Shelly Wolvos; her brothers, James and John Samuels; her children, Kayte (Rhynearson) Wanko, Jessica (Rhynearson) Keifer and Liz (Radics) Baldwin; and her grandchildren, Matthew and Alex Baldwin, and Caeden Rhynearson. Karen was a runner, a skydiver, a scuba diver, a snow skier, a salmon fisherman, a world traveler and an artist, but most of all she was a loyal friend, devout Christian, loving family member and an untiring humanitarian. She was committed to sharing her love and friendship with people with disabilities through her volunteer work with Luvability Ministries and Hope Affiliates Open Door Residency Program. A celebration of Karen's life will be held today at 6:30 p.m. at 1900 Briar Road. In lieu of flowers, Karen's family would appreciate donations be made in her name to Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (https://tfk.grassroots.com/main_donate/donationwithhonor).
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Samuels
Ron & Sue Stangebye & Staff
October 16, 2008
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. It was our honor and pleasure to know Karen.
Cody and Ginger Long
October 11, 2008
Kathy and family,
My heart goes out to you at the lose of a part of yourself and such a wonderful and loving person. We will all miss her for a short time, but praise the God of heaven as we will see her again on that day we all pass through those beautiful gates. We love you and pray for His peace and comfort in your lives.
Donn Walling
October 7, 2008
Condolences to Kathy and all of Karen's family. I learned of her passing from PHS friends and I am deeply saddened. A very special person for many reasons. She blessed all who crossed her path with her quiet confidence as a faithful servant for Christ. Sincere condolences to the family.
Paul Johnson
October 4, 2008
I attended high school and graduated with Karen. What a wonderful person she was. The world will be a little poorer as the result of this loss. My prayers are with the family.
Carol Hill
October 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Karen. She was a lovely person. I have such wonderful memories of her from church when all the kids were little and she and Kathy worked with the Sparks from the Evangelical Free Church in Niles. I am sorry I did not keep in better touch with the family. You all will be in my thought and prayers...I celebrate her life along side you...what a great gal!!!!
Carol Hill
Gary and Debbi (Rockwell) Singleton
October 2, 2008
Karen was a friend we both enjoyed all through high school. We wish peace and comfort to her family and thank her parents for sharing such a good person with the world.
Joel Mathias
October 2, 2008
my deepest condolences go out to Karens family. I was one of the guys that serviced Karen for Oxygen . In the short time i knew her really enjoyed talking to her and she never once complained about anything to me. She now is at peace and is in the hands of the lord. God Bless
BJ Keiser
October 2, 2008
To Karen's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow,but always remember that she will always be looking down and smiling on her family and friends. She will be missed by everyone here at Pediatrix.
Shirley Tucker
October 2, 2008
Karen was a wonderful co-worker that was always willing to help. I know God is smiling because she has gone home. May He give her family peace and comfort at heart. One day, the pain will be replaced by special memories of her life. Always in my prayers...
Debbie Konecheck
October 2, 2008
Karen was a co-worker at Pediatrix. I will miss her warm smile and gentle ways. May memories of her comfort you at this difficult time. Heaven has gained another angel.
Toni Klossner
October 2, 2008
To Karen's family and friends-you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I will miss her at pediatrix.
RaeAnn (Long) Mock
October 2, 2008
May God keep you in the shelter of his wings during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you.
Debbie Walker
October 1, 2008
To Karen and her Family,
What a friend we have in Jesus. I know she is in his arms and at peace. May his loving arms wrap around all of you. She was so special and I will always have great memories of her. God's peace be with all of you at this time.
Hal & Mariette Hayden
October 1, 2008
To Karen's family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. We both have such wonderful and fun memories of times together in school. Our sympathy to each of you. In sympathy, Hal & Mariette (Pannabecker) Hayden
Sue Sellin
October 1, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with her at Pediatrix and I admire the strength she had through her trial. She will be missed by all who worked with her.
Sue Sellin
nancy connelly
October 1, 2008
Your presence here was proof that there is good in this world. Although we haven't had to opportunity to be together often, you will always be in my heart and mind.
It was a joy to watch you with your children when they were young. You were filled with so much love and it never went away.
I was fortunate to have you as part of my family. God has a special angel with Him. peace and love
Tom, Jean, Andrea, Brandon, Mike, & Trista Nyhuis
October 1, 2008
Our lives were truly blessed having Karen being apart of our lives. Through our joys and our struggles you could always count on Karen to be there. The time we shared together with Luvability will always be in our hearts and minds. 'Keep an eye out for those deer at Green Lake.' You will be missed here on earth but we look forward to the day when we will meet again in Heaven with our Savior Jesus Christ.
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