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Karen Navarro Obituary
Every day, top to bottom, Karen S. Navarro looked like a million bucks. Even when the rest of her friends were schlepping to Sunday brunch with their eyes barely open, Ms. Navarro would join them fully coiffed, nails enameled, makeup perfect, and in heels, said her former roommate Patricia Antogiovanni.
"Everyone who knew Karen knew about her obsession with her hair," Ms. Antogiovanni said. "She had very thick, curly hair and always tried to straighten it. The blow dryer was always on in our apartment. Then when she bought her apartment in Queens, she had a standing appointment twice a week to get her hair blown out professionally. She wanted long, straight hair, and with a lot of work and money she accomplished it."
Ms. Navarro, 30, worked just as hard at everything she did. She had studied to be a teacher and loved children, but went to work in finance instead. She was an assistant on the foreign exchange trading desk of Carr Futures, a fast-paced job that required a high energy level and suited her personality just fine.
"It was a very demanding job, but she enjoyed the challenge," said her father, Edward. "You have to be young and motivated to work those kinds of hours."
Ms. Navarro returns every night in Ms. Antogiovanni's dreams. Recently she was there, restless as ever, complaining about the long wait to get into heaven.
"You can't believe the lines up here," Ms. Antogiovanni said Ms. Navarro told her in the dream. "I can't just wait around. I have to do something. I have to get a job."
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September 11, 2024
This morning I slowly walked around the memorial listening to the calling of the names. I walked to your name etched into the beautiful stone, reached out and wished you were still here with us. I know you are an angel in heaven and I often think of seeing you again in paradise. God bless you always.
Ed
Ed
September 11, 2023
Remembering you today and everyday. Feels like yesterday when I would see your smile every morning. God bless you always.
Ed
September 11, 2022
I often stop and take some time to remember you. Your smile always lit up a room. I am hopeful to see you again. God bless you always.
Susan Geib
September 11, 2021
It’s 20 years. I’ve come here again to pay my respects. I heard your name read and said a silent prayer. I never met you , but as I’ve posted previouslyi connect with you. God bless you Karen
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Martha Castro
September 11, 2021
Remembering you today Karen and your beautiful light
Ed
September 11, 2021
It’s hard to believe 20 years have past since the day you were taken from us. I keep you in my heart everyday and always remember your beautiful smile. I’m here at the site this morning to honor and remember you always
Ed
ANTONIO NAVARRO
September 10, 2021
UN ANGEL SE NOS FUE EN 2001
No nos conocemos, pero nos apellidamos igual (Navarro)
Me llamo Antonio Navarro Sánchez, natural de Barcelona (España)
Susan Karen Navarro fue la única víctima con este apellido español
y mi hija se encontraba ese fatídico día en NYC cerca de la zona 0
Dios bendiga a Karen Susan Navarro.
ANTONIO NAVARRO
September 10, 2021
UN ANGEL SE NOS FUE EN 2001
No nos conocemos, pero nos apellidamos igual (Navarro)
Me llamo Antonio Navarro Sánchez, natural de Barcelona (España)
Susan Karen Navarro fue la única víctima con este apellido español
y mi hija se encontraba ese fatídico día en NYC cerca de la zona 0
Dios bendiga a Karen Susan Navarro.
ANTONIO NAVARRO
September 10, 2021
UN ANGEL SE NOS FUE EN 2001
No nos conocemos, pero nos apellidamos igual (Navarro)
Me llamo Antonio Navarro Sánchez, natural de Barcelona (España)
Susan Karen Navarro fue la única víctima con este apellido español
y mi hija se encontraba ese fatídico día en NYC cerca de la zona 0
Dios bendiga a Karen Susan Navarro.
ANTONIO NAVARRO
September 10, 2021
UN ANGEL SE NOS FUE EN 2001
Susan
September 11, 2020
They read your name again. It’s 2020. I never met you , but I always feel sad when I hear it read. God Bless you and keep you.
Susan Geib
September 11, 2020
They read your name again. It’s 2020. I never met you , but I always feel sad when I hear it read. God Bless you and keep you.
Ed
September 11, 2019
Missing and thinking of you always. Until we meet again.
Ed
September 11, 2017
Thinking of you yet once again and seeking comfort on this date by remembering your beautiful smile and gentle heart. God bless you always. Missing you.
Ed
September 11, 2016
15 years later and my love and memory of you is forever in my heart. I think of you everyday and honor your memory, May God bless you.
Ed
September 16, 2015
Always remembering you and what could have been. You'll always have a place in my heart.
Sharon Crawford
September 11, 2015
In memory
DeForest Family
September 11, 2015
In Memory
S J. Friscia III
May 21, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Concetta Navarro/Matusek
September 11, 2014
I don't know you but we share the same last name may god rest your soul be in his loving arms safe and know that some day we will all meet
Ed
September 11, 2014
My love, always in my heart is the memory of your sweet smile. I miss and think of you all the time. God bless you.
Gisele Lopes
January 23, 2014
Que Deus cuide bem da sua alma, que você esteja em paz.
Um abraço Karen.
September 17, 2013
Dear Karen! God bless you!
Martha
ANTONIO NAVARRO
September 11, 2013
Hola Karen S. Navarro, no te conozco, me llamo Antonio Navarro, soy de Barcelona
y mi hija Carmen Navarro estuvo ese dia trágico en NYC. Podia haber estado contigo en el cielo pero se encuentra conmigo. Besos para la etermidad.
September 11, 2013
God bless you. You will always have a special place in my heart. I'll never forget you.
Edward
christine
January 21, 2013
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i love u<3<3
susan Geib
September 12, 2012
Although I didn't know Karen...I wanted to leave a message here and say that she stands out to me every (-11 when they read the list of names.. for my twins first name is karen and my name susan.. and I always say.. theres the girl with our first names..And I say a little extra special prayer for her as her name is read. Prayers to you Karen, you are surely at peace. God Bless.
Edward
September 12, 2012
Another year missing you. I'm always thinking of you. God bless you always.
May 21, 2012
Doing research about 9/11 vicitms for clas and I choose you as one of my people. Hope you're doing good in heaven.
Diana Morley Chosy
September 11, 2011
Missing you still Karen. We are watching them honor you today on the tv from Arkansas. We shared lots of fantastic times and you will forever be in my heart.
Martha Castro-Boda
September 11, 2011
Miss you Karen!
Jen
September 11, 2011
Thank you, Karen.
Edward
September 11, 2011
I'm here honoring your memory at ground zero. I will never forget you.
Michelle Schaumburg
September 10, 2011
tonight at our 9/11 memorial,I held a light with your name on it, to show that you, and every other victim of that terrible day will never be forgotten...
Martha Boda
September 10, 2011
Karen,
You are missed friend! We never got you to Florida to visit... Thoughts and prayers for you and your family now and always!
Liz Castaneda
September 10, 2011
Thoughts and prayers...We will never forget.
Derek
August 9, 2011
Karen, you were so sweet and even though we never met, you will always be in my heart!
Edward
September 11, 2010
God bless You Karen on this 9th anniversary of that terrible day. I only wish I was able to save you. Everyday I think of you and your incredible smile. Often when I'm working around ground zero I remember how special you are. Your memory will be with me forever.
Martha Boda
September 11, 2010
Dear Karen,
I miss you girl! I miss the times we jumped in your car and headed to Quogue on Friday afternoons to meet Kelly and just be together! You are a gorgeous spirit!
Lots of love!
Martha Castro-Boda
Ed
September 11, 2009
Eight years have passed now and I will always remember your beautiful smile and warm loving feeling you gave my heart. God bless you.
Doug Abraham
May 27, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Ed
September 11, 2008
God Bless you sweetie. Each day that passes makes my heart ache alittle more each time. You are truly missed. Your presence always had a way of touching a person's heart. One day we will see each other again. Miss you.
Jennifer DiMarco
September 10, 2008
Just thinking of you, miss you so much!! Tomorrow will be 7 years -unbelieveable.
Ed
August 1, 2008
God Bless you in heaven as the 7th anniversary draws closer. I think and remember of you often. Remembering our early morning commutes together. You made my day special when I saw your face on the train platform. I was lucky to have survived that awful day. You will always remain in my mind and heart. Rest in Peace.
Doug Abraham
May 27, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Edward Rodriguez
January 15, 2008
I think about you every day...
...Edward.
Edward Rodriguez
November 1, 2007
I never had the wonderful pleasure of meeting you, but I will never forget you. My mom and your dad grew up together. You might have heard your dad talk about her. Her name is Josefina Rodriguez.
I hope to visit your family one day and, if it is not to painful,they can tell me all about your wonderful life.
You are a inspiration to me.
I will never forget...
...Edward.
Sharon
September 10, 2007
In memory..
Doug Abraham
May 27, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
P Tabbernor
January 14, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Diana Morley Chosy
October 16, 2006
Karen and I were roommates and suitemates at SUNY Cortland and we lived together in an apartment over a summer while we took some summer classes. Karen was always full of life. She had to work hard. She would feel overwhelmed at times, but she never lost sight of her goal. She had such support from her family.
I can remember taking her home to the farm. She was so scared because there were no street lights. She was definitely out of her element when I took her country dancing with my family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with my cousin Joe and I. And I bet "Dill" will never forget her either.
She worked ceaselessly trying to staighten the curls out of her hair. I can remember her collada ring and her "Karen" necklace. But mostly I can remember having to tell her to hush because her voice sounded like traffic in the morning.
I will never forget the first time I met her, I thought: boy, she's a live one.....but she turned out to be one of my best friends ever and she is missed every day. My heart aches for her and for her family.
My husband is now in the military and is in the middle east fighting for our country and making sure we do not ever lose anyone as special as Karen ever again to such a needless death.
I have had a hard time bringing myself to leave this message, and it has taken me a long time but I deeply hurt for Karen's family....especially her parents, her sister Sharon, and her friend Mags as Karen loved them dearly.
We lost touch once I married and moved away, but I think of her often. It was a month or so after the attacks before I learned that Karen was there and that she didn't make it out of the tower. I can only hope that she did not suffer and that she was unaware of what was happening. I feel sick just trying to imagine what it must have been like there.
I tell my kids about her often especially when I explain why their daddy can't be home now, and I hope she is in heaven looking down on her family and loved ones and that she is at peace.
I loved her as a friend and miss her life. I wonder what she would have accomplished had she been able to live it out - I am sure she was destined for great things.
- Di
edward verdugo
April 30, 2006
karen, god bless you and you'r family. i never met you but thankyou for what you and the others did for you'r country,for me and my family. hope to meet you when it's my turn
edward verdugo
Trish Antogiovanni
December 3, 2003
Dear Karen -
It's taken me so long to write you this note. You are in my thoughts and dreams all the time. I wonder what you are doing all the time! What makes me happy is that I know you are happy and at peace. What makes me sad and upset is that I know you suffered and I hate that! I talk to you sometimes like you are right in front of me - I think you hear me though. God knows I wish I could see you - I wish you were still with us!
Kelly and I went to Blue Ribbon, your favorite restaurant,
on your Birthday this year. We had so much fun talking about you, remembering things about you, what we did with you, funny things you did (like sleeping in your stockings at night - never did understand that babe, or drinking Fraps from Starbucks in 2.5 seconds - don't know how you didn't get a brain freeze)! I hope you know how much we miss you and think about you! Remember the sugar in your purse - I laughed about that with Sharon.
I met Nick after you left us and we are still in touch. It is so amazing that we connected because of you and for you. He is still as crazy as ever and at the same time he has calmed down a bit - he misses you very much - by the way, I still give him a hard time about things - I think you know what I mean!
Life has not been the same since you left - how could it be? You were such a special, kind and wonderful person. You knew me so well and you gave more to me and our friendship than you will ever know. Your legacy book is filled with notes from so many people who love you and miss you! You blessed many people - always know that!
There are so many things that I wish I could catch you up on but I know you know what's going on - I just wish I could tell you about them in person. I miss our daily chats on the phone so much!
I am so lucky to have had you in my life for most of your life. I am so fortunate for friendship - god I miss you!! I know I will be with you someday and that is is the most comforting feeling for me.
I visit you all the time in my head - I hope you know that.
I love you and miss you always!!!
Magish
jennifer minchilli-dimarco
September 8, 2003
Karen-
Who can believe that it has been 2 years since we've seen you. I feel as if I'd seen you yesterday because I remember everything about you, your hair, you smile, and your funny laugh (that always cracked me up) even down to the shape of your fingernails.I miss you so much and I wish everyone in the world had met you because you were an awesome person. You would help someone in an instant and ALWAYS gave the gods honest truth even if we didn't want to hear it.
I thank god for all the memories we do have like all the trips we took together, going to Malibu beach, middle school, high school, college, or even just hanging out watching movies. I think about you everyday, there's never a day that passes when I don't. Whenever I hear certain songs I think of you dancing with that smile on your face and it makes me smile. What I wouldn't give to dance with you one more time or see you wearing your heals with jeans.
Thanks for sending me those butterflies for my birthday I know it was you. And everytime I see one I think of you. You definetly made your mark on this earth and wanted people to be proud of you and we are. You worked so hard at every job you had, I would make fun of you never missing a day of work whether you were ill or if there were four feet of snow you made it there.
You were a dedicated worker and friend, I will miss you forever and ever but will see you again one day.
Lynne Kurtz-Citrin
July 7, 2003
I did not learn until recently that Karen was gone. I was friends with Karen in middle and high school, but I lost touch with her during college. Karen was so full of life and energy, and I will never forget her smile. I can't believe that she's gone and that I never had the chance to reconnect with her again. My heart goes out to all of her family and friends. She is missed.
Shannon Hager
October 25, 2002
You are now my new guardian angel.
Judson Taylor
September 18, 2002
Karen remains with us here at her alma mater, SUNY Cortland. After I read her name on September 11, 2002 hundreds of students threw rose petals into the wind and said, "May your spirit remain with us." The Student Government Association placed a memorial stone to honor Karen and the other six Cortland alums who died in the WTC that day, and the Alumni Association will be dedicating a plaque with her name on it in October.
Judson H. Taylor
President
SUNY Cortland
A Friend
September 11, 2002
Dear Karen,
It has been one year since we lost you. I want to take this time to tell you how much I miss you. Your sense of humour, your warmth, your smile, your friendship and your love will never be replaced. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I want to thank you for touching my life and you will never be forgotten.
I Love You
Carol Georgiadis
September 11, 2002
Dear Karen,
I finally have the ability to send you a note.You were a very good friend to me. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. We have shared so many great times together. So many things remind me of you. You were a precious human being full of life,love,compassion and beauty. You were always there for me. I truly miss you. For a while I would call my phone hoping to hear your weekly Saturday messages. There were none. I still haven't deleted your numbers from my phone.You would be proud of me now-I work less and enjoy life as much as I can. I finally took your advice. I'm just really sad I can't share all this free time with you. One day we will meet again and I will make sure you make it to your hair appointment! May God bless your soul and give strength to your family.
Love always your friend,
Carol
XXOO
Martha
September 10, 2002
Dear Karen,
I will never forget you rescuing me from the sweltering heat of the city. Picking me up from the train station, and taking off, jamming to tunes, in your car, on our long drives to meet Kel in Quague. Summers in the Hamptons - and we had each other!
Our typical topics of discussion: Boys - when are we going to find the right one; finances - when are we going to have enough; weight - will we ever be thin enough - diet cokes - Gosh - how you LOVED DIET COKES! Iced coffees, personal trainers, and so much more!
Your passion for the good life, your beautiful face!!!! Your striking, classic beauty! Your love of music and dancing!
The day I saw the biggest smile on your face when I staightened your hair for our girls night out! And boy can you SHIMMY on the dance floor!
I miss you Karen, you were always there for me, and even though I moved away, you were still always there for me, and I pray you can hear me now, and if you're listening, I still need your help!!!! I miss you, my friend!
I miss talking and laughing with you on the phone!
You are a beautiful soul!
And I can't help but wonder - have you taught the angels how you SHIMMY:)
I LOVE YOU KAREN!!!!!!!!!!!!
AND MY LOVE GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY!!!
Barb Cross
September 10, 2002
To Karen's family
Our son-in-law is a teacher of 7th graders in Salem Oregon. As a project for his students to understand the impact of the 9/11 loss, he had each of his student's make a flag with a name of a victim. When they were finished, students could take home a flag to honor a person. Karen's flag was with our family at Thanksgiving and Christmas 2001. We will continue to bring her flag to our table so our children and our grandchildren will never forget. She has touched our lives - and now your family is a part of our family. Wishing you healing energy and peace.
Anonymous
September 10, 2002
Just a little note to let you and your family know that I think of you often and remember you in my prayers. Your passing is grief for those left behind, who must endure the time they will pass without you, while keeping hope in their hearts of a reunion that will come one day. Romans 8, 18-25: "I consider the sufferings of the present to be as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed in us...In hope we were saved. But hope is not hope if its object is seen; how is it possible for one to hope for what he sees? And hoping for what we cannot see means awaiting it with patient endurance."
Stephanie
May 27, 2002
Karen,
We just want to wish you a Happy Birthday and tell you how much we miss you. Thank you for bringing lots of love & joy into all of our lives. As I'm sitting here writing to you a picture just came into mind where you had the last laugh on Jimmy. A pool party and everyone wore white t-shirts with strings through them because thats the only shirt Jimmy would wear. How we had so much fun. Christine is getting so big & now has a sister of her own. Michelle. She is beautiful. You must have hand picked her especially for Sharon & Joe.
Dana said to tell you hello & she misses you very much. She said God must have needed a very special angel because you are with him now and I believe that also. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Please keep your light shining over your family and friends, especially Sharon,Mom,Dad,Christine,Michelle & Joe. We love and miss you!!!!!
All our love,
Stephanie, Jimmy, Dana,Matt & Erica
areli nava
May 10, 2002
I feel really bad that she lost her life she souonds so much like me so I feel for her and her famliy my love goes to everyone who knew her she will be missed!!!
April 12, 2002
To Karen.
This is for you- - "To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." -Robert Waldo Emerson
Just a Friend
April 9, 2002
I know this is what Karen would say to you right now -
When I must leave you for a little while - please do not grieve and shed wild tears and hug your sorrow to you through the years, but start out bravely with a gallant smile; and for my sake and in my name live on and do all things the same. Feed not your loneliness on empty days, but fill each waking hour in useful ways. Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer and I in turn will comfort you and hold you near; and never, never be afraid to die, for I am waiting for you in the sky. Helen Steiner Rice
God Bless you. Rest in Peace Karen.
Joe Boscarino
March 28, 2002
You are dearly missed by all who knew you, but in God's scheme of things you will live forever and... forever be loved by your loved ones. God needed an angel with all your qualities and so you were called. I did not know you, but through your sister Sharon I feel as if I do. Angels are forever. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Anonymous
March 13, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN...KAREN S.NAVARRO AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK.MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...MAY THE LINE MOVE FAST SO YOU CAN PRAY FOR ALL OF US ON EARTH..AMEN
KRISTEN SCHAEFER
February 20, 2002
DEAR KAREN,
I WAS SO LUCKY TO HAVE YOU AS A PART OF MY LIFE! YOU WERE A WONDERFUL NEIGHBOR FOR SO MANY YEARS. YOU WERE A BIG SISTER TO ME AND I THINK YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I APPRECIATED YOUR GUIDANCE. I THOUGHT I WAS SO COOL HAVING YOU AROUND AND BEING THE OLDEST OF SEVEN CHILDREN IT WAS NICE FOR ME TO THINK THAT I DID HAVE A BIG SISTER LOOKING OUT FOR ME.I BET YOU NEVER THOUGHT OF YOURSELF AS A BIG SISTER BUT, YOU WERE ALWAYS SO KIND TO ME. I WILL NEVER FORGET HOW YOU WOULD WALK ACROSS THE STREET AND PICK ME UP TO GO TO THE BUS STOP (EVEN THOUGH THE BUS STOP WAS ON YOUR SIDE OF THE STREET.) YOU WOULD SIT WITH ME ON THE BUS AND --YOU TRULY LOOKED AFTER ME.
I STILL HAVE YOUR FIRST COMMUNION DRESS THAT YOU LET ME BORROW IN SECOND GRADE. I BELIEVE IN ANGELS AND I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING OVER ME.
I PRAY FOR YOU AND THINK ABOUT YOU OFTEN. I BET YOU ARE SO BUSY IN HEAVEN HELPING EVERYONE WITH EVERYTHING BECAUSE THAT IS JUST THE KIND OF PERSON YOU ARE.
YOU ARE UNIQUE AND ONE OF A KIND.
THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU---
I LOVE YOU KAREN AND EVERY TIME I LOOK ACROSS THE STREET I THINK OF YOU---EVEN THOUGH WE HAD NEW NEIGHBORS COME AND GO IN YOUR OLD HOME IN RVC IT WILL ALWAYS REMIND ME OF YOU--
KEEP SMILING KAREN
LOVE,
KRISTEN SCHAEFER
PS
IM NOT SCARED OF THE BUS STOP OR SCHOOL ANYMORE---- ACTUALLY I WORKED AT HEWITT(OUR OLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) FOR A FEW YEARS AND NOW IM TEACHING AT SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL-------YOU GAVE ME THE CONFIDENCE TO GO TO SCHOOL IN 1979 AND I'M STILL LOVING IT AFTER ALL OF THESE YEARS------
YOU HAD A WONDERFUL IMPACT ON MY LIFE-------
:-)THANK YOU SO MUCH AND I KNOW WE'LL CATCH UP EVENTUALLY BUT UNTIL THEN PLEASE KEEP AN EYE ON ME AS I VENTURE THROUGH LIFE--- I NEED A STRONG ANGEL LIKE YOU LOOKING OVER ME------:-)
I HAVE VISITED YOUR GUEST BOOK BEFORE BUT I WAS HAVING TROUBLE GETTING MY THOUGHTS TOGETHER---- SO I'M SORRY I TOOK SO LONG---- PLEASE KNOW YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS------
Margaret Bauer
January 21, 2002
Karen and I started our friendship all the way back in the 3rd grade when we walked to school together. Over the next 20+ years, Karen was a big part of my life and she always held a special place in my heart.
I will never forget Karen and all of those special memories we shared growing up together.
I think of Karen everyday and wish that I could see her once more and tell her what a treasured friend she was and how much I love her. Since I can't I hope Karen gets this....
Dear Karen:
I miss you! I miss you! I miss you! You have always been in my life and its so hard to think of myself living the rest of my life without you here with me. I want you to know how much you helped me growing up. I could always come to you for advice and help and brutal honesty. You used to say, "Margaret I know you better than you know yourself", and most of the time you were right. I'll never forget the time when I was going through a rough time in high school and you wrote me a long, honest note telling me what my problem was and what I needed to do about it and you were right. You also told me you would always be there for me if I had a problem..and you were.
I'll never forget how excited I was when you told me you were transfering to Cortland. We had so many good times up there and you helped me through some rough ones too.
Karen, I will truly miss you. I will miss your smile and your laugh, your goofiness, but most of all your friendship.
I love you Karen!
Love, Your little Maggies.
Matt Bauer
January 21, 2002
Karen: I wanted to write earlier, but could never really figure out what to say...I've had some time to think about what happened and realized how many lives you touched. You know me as Margaret's husband and although these times are difficult, its no wonder all of her memories of you keep her smiling, which it what gets her through each day.
I first met you at Cortland State, as Margaret's transfer friend, from the nineth floor. At first, I didn't know what to make of "Karen" but realized what zest you had for life and how you had the rare ability to make people smile, even those of you your barely knew. What I came to find out is what a crazy girl you truly were. You enjoyed every minute of your time with people. Also, out of the friends back home, I always enjoyed joking with you the most, whether it was, ok fine you won't be in the wedding party, or baby new year, or you were in summer school with me up at C-State. Bye the way, I did have more cookie dough in my Ben n Jerry's, but you did beat me up for it. There were so many other happy times and laughs. It feels like these 10 years were just yesterday. But, you are in a better place and I'm sure, enjoying your time there, just as you did here.
A little bit of all of us died with you. I promise to remember your spirit today and forever. You are not alone. You have many people that still love you and think about you everyday, if not every minute.
For I will not forget what happened, but more importantly, I (and I know Margaret too) will always celebrate your life. It was one that was way to short, but one that was so very full.
To the Navaro's: If there is anything that you ever need, just let us know. Your daughter was a gift from God and wanted to make sure you knew that.
With Love,
Matt Bauer
john navarro
January 1, 2002
Karen thank you for bringing so much love, joy and happiness to all that knew you. I have a daughter that is 34yrs. old, her name is Linda, when I saw your picture I thought how much you look alike, and from other entry's in this guest book Linda is also a bundle of energy like youself. Heaven now has a very special Angel.
Thank you, for you.
John Navarro
Fireman/Paramedic (Ret)
Teresa Jahn
December 18, 2001
Karen's picture reflexes such a beautiful woman and after reading of her love for children we know she must have been beautiful inside also. We are tremendously sorry for your loss of Karen. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
patricia nugent
December 10, 2001
Karen your an angel in heaven now. With your glowing smile and your shiny attitude you will be forever protected. We miss you and will hold all the memories close to our hearts forever.
May the light of your soul guide you to a happy gentle place.
miss ya K-Sue, Till we meet again.
Tricia
Laura Smith
December 8, 2001
Karen was a truly unique person. We met in Math class in 8th grade. We immediately hit it off and were friends ever since. She was sweet, innocent and a bit goofy then, and she could always make me smile. Over the years our friendship continued, through high school, college and up until the present time. Time and distance never kept us or any of our friends apart for long. That is because we are all in each other's hearts - and that's where Karen will always stay! I miss her. I think about her every day. Things will never quite be the same again.
Jennifer DiMarco
December 5, 2001
Karen was all that and more, she had a laugh so loud and funny it was a guarantee that it made you laugh also. I've known Karen since 8th grade and we've had many many wonderful times together, whether it was going on cruises to the Carribean, spring break in Cancun, South Beach Florida or just hanging out we had a blast. My heart is torn apart about her and I will miss her terribly, she will never see my little girl grow up either. But one day I will see her again when she's waiting for me at the gates of heaven. Miss you K-Sue.
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