Search by Name

BORN

1946

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc. - Oneida

260 Main St.

Oneida, New York

Karen Francis Obituary

NEW YORK MILLS >> Karen Lee Peebles Francis, 71, Burrstone Road, died Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 following a short illness.

Born in Oneida, on July 31, 1946, she was the daughter of Albert R. and Marjorie Adle Peebles and grew up in the family home on West Elm Street. Karen was a graduate of Oneida High School, Class of 1964, Binghamton School of Nursing, Class of 1967, and received her bachelor's degree from St. Joseph's College.Karen's professional nursing career spanned a 45 year era, serving as manager of the Coronary Care Units at St. Luke's Hospital and Faxton Hospital and later served for two years as the assistant manager of Critical Care, following the merger of Faxton and St. Luke's. She finished her career in 2011 as the Cardiac Unit Clinical Educator with the Slocum-Dickson Clinic.

Karen taught local coronary care courses for several years, as well as CPR and ACLS. She was instrumental in directing the creation of and set up of specialized units of care and earned the admiration, respect and continuing friendship of the medical staffs with whom she worked, and they "thought the world of Karen." She tried to focus on family, friends and the needs of others, by using the human touch in work as well as life, giving a hug, holding hands, or a friendly pat on the back. To her, her nursing career was more than making a living; it was a way of life. She was a member of the Utica Association of Critical Care Nurses, serving as its president for one year and was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Oneida.

Surviving are her three daughters, Shawn Garland, Jodi Youngs and Kristi Francis, all of Vernon; her six grandchildren, Justin, Kaleigh, Angel, Ethan, Briana and Peyton; her three great-grandchildren, Axton, Ezra and Brielle; her former husband, James M. Francis; her two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mikki J. and Carl Lipuma of Coral Springs, Fla. and Nikki N. and Gerald Jarema of Davie, Fla.; her brother and sister-in-law, Myron G. and Gayle M. Peebles of Oneida; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Gail Merchant and Dixie Cipollone, and one brother, Albert D. "Don" Peebles.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., 260 Main St., Oneida, with the Rev. Denise Bowen, officiating. Interment will be made in Glenwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home, 5-7 p.m., Friday. To leave a condolence, visit www.campbell-dean.com.

CAMPBELL-DEAN FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Oneida

Published by The Oneida Daily Dispatch on Dec. 5, 2017.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Karen Francis

Sponsored by oneidadispatch.com.

Not sure what to say?





My mother, my friend. 2 years have passed and as everyone said time heals all wounds they lied. It just numbs you more. It gets harder. Harder to hear your laugh, harder to see your smile or many other faces. One thing was we could always tell what you were thinking by one of the faces you made. It's harder to feel the last embrace. Harder to try not to reach for my phone every time I want to call you. Everything is harder so no time just hurts more. I miss you every day. Some day I will see you again. Until then please smile down upon us and walk among the angels... I love you always and forever more.

Kristi Francis

April 24, 2020

I'm so very sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I have so many fond memories of the Peebles family. You are all in my thoughts during this very difficult time.

Stephanie Stevens Greer

December 12, 2017

So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers

Karen Endemann

December 8, 2017

I am a Nurse who worked with Karen both at St. Luke's and at Slocum Dickson. She was one of the best nurses I ever knew. Caring for her patients and their families was her passion and her calling. Teaching others was also her calling, and she was an outstanding teacher. I helped her teach BLS & ACLS classes. She was a person who never compromised on her principles. She was never afraid to speak her mind, often saying "I tell it like it is." She was widely respected by everyone she worked with. I considered her a dear friend and a cherished colleague.

I extend my deepest sympathy to Karen's family, for your loss of such a fantastic person. Karen touched so many lives; she will not be forgotten.

Barbara DeBlois

December 8, 2017

So sorry my friends/ sisters for your loss of one very sweet lady. Much love, prayers.I Love You Ladies

Joanne Metott

December 7, 2017

So sorry about you mom . She was a wonderful nurse and person. Enjoyed working many years on her staff at St. Luke's .You are all in our prayers.

Yolanda Devine

December 7, 2017

I remember her as a kid and teenager. But after those times we lost touch. We used to share kisses while hidden in the trees at the corner of Court St and Rt 5. So happy she enjoyed such a successful career, yet so sad she has passed. Prayers and sorrow for her family and friends. Rest In Peace.

Wes (Butch) Bortle

December 7, 2017

Mikki, Nikki and family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Karen. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of my time spent with your family on West Elm St (and I spent a lot of time there). Love to you both.

Debbie (Spinelli) Doran

December 7, 2017

Jeff Fitzgerald

December 6, 2017

I loved her as an instructor in Coronary Care Course in 1992. She was a lot of fun, and she was so smart! I am sorry for your loss of a lovely "young" lady.

jeff Fitzgerald

December 6, 2017

Extending my sincere sympathy to the family. I was a Wampsville brat and have very fond memories of your family.

Margaret (Peggy Noto) Dryer

December 5, 2017

Deborah Hayes

December 5, 2017

Jodi, Shawn and Cricket, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your Mom. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.-Mia

December 5, 2017

The community has lost a wonderful person and Nurse. It was a pleasure working under Karen at Faxton Hospital.

Susan Kellmurray

December 5, 2017

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in Karen Francis's name

Memorial Events
for Karen Francis

Dec

8

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc. - Oneida

260 Main St., Oneida, NY 13421

Dec

9

Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc. - Oneida

260 Main St., Oneida, NY 13421

Funeral services provided by:

Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc. - Oneida

260 Main St., Oneida, NY 13421

How to support Karen's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Karen Francis's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more