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Karen Ethel Sall

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Karen Sall Obituary

Sall, Karen Ethel (Nee Zniewski) Age 67, of Roseville Born April 17, 1940 in St. Cloud and passed away September 27, 2007. Funeral Service 11 AM Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at ROSEVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1215 Roselawn Ave. Visitation 4- 7 PM Monday (Today) at The Roseville Memorial Chapel, 2245 Hamline Ave. N. 651-631-2727 and also one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Full notice appeared Sunday.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Oct. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Karen Sall

19 Entries

Helene and Mark Thiss

October 24, 2007

I am a niece-in-law of Karen. As a member of the Thiss family, we spent several holidays with Karen, Rod and family which always seemed to be filled with laughter. Karen was a wonderful, fun person to be around. I will always remember how she was good to her sister Joyce and Joyce's family. Karen, although she may not have known it, was a huge comfort to Mark and Chuck after Joyce's passing. Karen and Rod have a wonderful family of children and grandchildren. May God bring you all peace during this time.
Helene Thiss

Dana Horihan

October 22, 2007

I, as well my family, have been close friends for 30 years and there isn't a time when I don't ever remember my mom and Karen doing something with each other. My fond memories are very extensive from Karens home perms to Twins games at the Sall house, her laughter, her wit and charm, her bologne sandwiches, Bible studies at Falcon Heights Church, her creativeness such as Thelma, the lady in the red dress made out of pantyhose. My life and memories of growing up are so entwined with the Sall family, I am truly blessed to have been part of such a wonderful family and woman.

Laura Hansen

October 5, 2007

For 30 years Debbie and family have been in my life, starting around age 5. I remember cutting through the neighbor's yard to reach the Sall house day after day. In that home I experienced kindness, tradition, stability, friendship and love. To me, Karen's legacy is her beautiful family. Almost my entire exsistence has been intertwined with them. I am forever grateful for this gift.

Donna and Jim Steinwand

October 4, 2007

We see Karen in the kids she and Rod raised, and in the grandchildren that she loved so much. How wonderful to know that her ideas, joys and laughter keep going on and on with all of you. In Christ, all things are made new, and we rejoice in this good news for Karen.

Heather Kawlewski

October 4, 2007

I am so fortunate to have known Karen. I have many wonderful memories. Thistledew, early breakfast with the gang before school, playing cards, and just hanging out. I am fortunate to have had Karen a part of the "village" that helped raised me. Heather

Shirley Tretsven

October 3, 2007

Karen and I share a granddaughter Edie. I have seen Karen with her grandkids. They must know that she loved them very much. They were always welcome at the house, as was anyone who stopped by. We spent a very rainy weekend at the lake with Rod and Karen. I think that was when we got to know each other.
She was such fun to be with. I know that the family and her friends will miss her greatly. You have many memories. God grant you peace as you remember Karen and all the memories.

Ellie Mason

October 3, 2007

I met Debbie in college and feel very fortunate to have also gotten to know the rest of the Sall family. Actually, I think it's probably hard to know just one member of the family- they are such a tight bunch if you know one, you likely know them all. I, like so many others, also have fond memories of the warmth of the Sall household, always welcoming and filled with lively conversation and smiles. Ma Kettle and I definately bonded while spending time together bent over one of her puzzles on the dining room table while everyone else was off doing something more interesting.
Karen was a beautiful person who will be missed by many. The stength of the family that Karen built will definately be a blessing during this difficult time. Love to you all, Ellie

Tania Woessner

October 3, 2007

Sall Family - It's hard to select a favorite memory of Karen because there are so many to choose from. Karen was a wonderful expample for others in the way she led her life. She was always welcoming and caring, often times to peole she didn't even know. I remember Karen sending a roll of quaters with Jenny when she visited me in Chicago with instructions to give the money to homeless people. If more people would take the time to do good, thougtful deeds like Karen did, the world would be a better place. Your family is in my continued thoughts and prayers. Ma Kettle will be greatly missed.

Bobbie (Schultz) Webber

October 2, 2007

Rod & Family -
Our thoughts are with you at this time.

The Schultz family (from the "old" neighborhood on Co Rd B2)

Cheryl Wiedl

October 1, 2007

I met Debbie in high school and soon had the pleasure of meeting Karen and Rod, who were always interested in our lives and treated us as though we were their kids. It was a warm and fuzzy feeling to know we were always welcome to enjoy evenings of hanging out in the kitchen, sitting around the backyard bonfire, or joining a family gathering. One night we were sitting around a bonfire, all the Sall kids were home and we were making up funny songs with bongos, tambourines, and pots and pans. I will never forget Karen’s constant smile and laugh. I wish I could be there for the family now as she was always there for all of us.

Judy Rogala

October 1, 2007

I will never forget the time I was watching the Green Bay Packers play the Vikings on Monday Night Football at my friend’s apartment in Milwaukee. Her phone rang (this was way before cell phones) and it was for me. How odd, I thought, nobody knows I’m here. Well, there was Ma Kettle on the other end. She had tracked me down just to rub it in that the Packers were losing. For me, that sums up her delightful personality and her thoughtfulness. I’ll miss visiting with her on my trips to Minnesota.

Jodi Jahnke

October 1, 2007

I've known Debbie since the 5th grade and have always felt welcome at Karen and Rods home. Years of sleepovers, breakfast's, bonfires in the backyard are just a few of the memories that Karen has been a part of. I alway's picture her sitting at her chair in the kitchen with a cup of coffee. Her and her family have always been such a huge part of Deb's friends and we will all miss her so much. Prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Much love.

Kevin Hannegan

October 1, 2007

Karen was always known as Ma Kettle to our group of friends. Whether we were sitting around a bon fire in their backyard, playing a game around the kitchen table, hanging out in the basement, or heading off to a school dance or function...Ma Kettle touched our lives. Sitting out on the deck during the summer was always fun. Karen was not just a mother but a friend to everyone who she came in contact. She was truly a wonderful woman. We will miss you Karen.

mary ellen guy

October 1, 2007

You were such a special friend and I feel so blessed to have been part of your life. Rod please know that Bob and I are thinking of you at this time and place. Debbie, Jennifer and Kent what a special mom you had and for that matter always will have in your hearts. By the way do not think she is not watching you every minute. You will never know how proud she was of each of you. I hav e to say I sometimes thought she had the only grandchildren in the world. I love you Karen Mary Ellen and Bob Guy

Rod and Karen 2006

September 30, 2007

Ort and Patti Kolewe

September 30, 2007

We were deeply saddened and heart broken to hear of Karen's death. We will miss her delightful sense of humor, her wonderful smile and the love she shared with all of us. Our prayers are with you in this terrible time of your loss. Karen will be missed more than we know. Love, Ort and Patti

Teresa and Mike Shaw

September 30, 2007

Karen's family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.

Neil Freeland

September 30, 2007

Rod: You have our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Neil & Marlaine Freeland(From the old CDC days)

Barb & Gary Heimer

September 29, 2007

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Karen, Mom, and Grandma. We will see you on Monday and Tuesday. So many dear friends will be sharing your grief. God bless all of you and bring you comfort. Our sincerest sympathy and many prayers are being sent your way.

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