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Karen Barber Obituary
Karen Lynn Barber (Gasteiger) passed away peacefully on January 30, 2013 surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Inglewood, California on May 28, 1950 and was a lifetime resident of Hawthorne. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Noel and Grace Barber. She is survived by her daughter, Angelina (Barber) Caldwell, and her two brothers, Noel "Sandy" Barber and Michael Barber. Services will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 starting with the viewing from 3pm to 6:30pm, and the Rosary from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Mass and interment will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at 1pm at Holy Cross Chapel. She will be dearly missed and loved by all who knew her. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.
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Memories and Condolences
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Lolo
January 30, 2023
Hey mama Karen just wanted to say love and miss you
February 9, 2013
Karen, remember how you used to tell me to trust in God's plan for my son and I, remember how you used to lift my spirits and try to cheer me up when I would worry & tell myself "I wonder though, if it'll ever happen" well...you were right, it did...I only wish I could have shared my joy & our story with you...He's back in my life Karen and I am happy. This is why I could not attend your services this past week, but I know in my heart you would have understood this, that is what makes you "YOU"...a wonderful woman who will be missed by many, including me. One small favor: Will you please give my brother Ricky & my Mom and Dad a big hug for me? Thanks, knowing you will..."Peace" Love, Nancy Jameson/Lake Forest, CA
February 9, 2013
Karen, remember how we used to talk about my son Matthew-how much I missed him and wanted him back in my life-about how I couldn't wait to be reunited with him...you use to cheer me up and lift my spirits regarding him and what you knew would come true for us, in time, IF ONLY I BE PATIENT and trust in God's plan...well, it did come true-you were right my friend, I only wish I could have told you all about it. I wish I could have shared my joy with you. I will miss our talks Karen, you were a wonderful human being and will be missed by many, one of those being me...please give Ricky and my Mom and Dad a big hug for me, will you? Knowing you will..."Peace"
February 8, 2013
Regina Knight Jackson
Jennifer Jackson
February 7, 2013
I love you Aunt Karen. The world a little less bright today.
richdebs hess
February 7, 2013
Debbie and Rich are here for you. Ya know we really do luv you and Karen. We r here for U!!!!!
Twins of another mother
Sheran Gertsch
February 7, 2013
Karen- Your parents and mine knew each other before we were a twinkle in our fathers' eyes. We played with each other for as long as I can remember, and when I got married(your doing!!!)and moved away, I knew when I came home we could get together as if no time had gone by since last we talked. Your passing has left a huge hole in my life. You don't kmow how much you will be missed. Loving you forever . . .
Gloria Remer
February 7, 2013
Remeber you from FB and how you loved playing some of the games. You were great playing them with. Rest in piece in your new home with God. And someday we will meet..Always a face ook friend.. XO
Susan (Ciampa) Walling
February 5, 2013
You will always be remembered not only as the older cousin that I looked up to, but as my friend, confidant and the Godmother of my daughter. The world will forever miss your warm smile, infectious laugh, accepting nature, open heart and the special way you made everyone feel when they were with you. You lived your life with great passion and an adventurous spirit; a life that most can only dream of experiencing. You somehow managed to fit several lifetimes into one and throughout your journey you never ceased to be kind, compassionate, loyal and nonjudgmental to everyone you met.
Your legacy will live on in your daughter Angie as she carries forward with you as her Guardian Angel. I know you're on to great adventures in Heaven with those that went before you but we'll surely be missing you here on Earth. The world was a better place because you were in it, Karen and I'll surely smile every time I think of you and all the laughs and great times we shared. Until we meet again on the other side, my love and gratitude belong to you.
lori gertsch
February 5, 2013
You will always be remembered yet never forgotten, may you be in peace now and say hi to grandma for me love you mama karen
Angie Caldwell
February 5, 2013
I miss you more then words can express Mom. I was so lucky to have you as my Momma. You were my best friend, my shoulder to lean on and my world. My only comfort in this whole thing is that you are not in pain or sick anymore. Please say hi to everyone up there in heaven for me. You will forever be my guardian angel. I will always love you and miss you until I see you again someday. I love you Mommy!
Your loving daughter,
Angie
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