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Karen Lindstrom Obituary
Phoenix - Karen left this earthly plane Aug. 16, 2019 when she lost her courageous year-long battle against the pain and ravages of esophageal cancer. Surrounded by her loving family she passed away in the same hospital where she was born a little more than 50 years earlier, Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix (formerly Good Samaritan hospital).
Karen came into this world on Nov. 6, 1968. She grew up in north Scottsdale, graduated from Chaparral High School, and attended Chapman College in Orange, CA and Arizona State University. She was a longtime pharmacy tech at Walgreens where she found joy in her interactions with customers and employees alike.
She was vivacious, creative, loving, and caring. She enjoyed running, working out, and dancing. She was an avid skier. She had a private pilot's license. She was very fond of travel and had visited many countries throughout Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. The first sporting event she ever attended was a Phoenix Suns basketball game when she was two weeks old; she was an ardent fan since then. She loved her cats Felix, Fiona, and Faris, and was a great supporter of the Arizona Humane Society.
But, her number one love in life was her devoted husband Ben Dexter to whom she was married for over 12 years.
In addition to Ben, Karen is survived by her father Ray Lindstrom (Renée Montrachet), brother Barry Lindstrom (Debbie James), parents-in-law James and Ann Dexter, sister-in-law Kelly Lindner, and niece Olivia Scow.
She was preceded in death by her mother Diane Lindstrom McClure.
All friends are invited to attend a memorial/celebration of life for Karen, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, 11am, at the Green Acres Chapel of Light, 401 N. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale, AZ.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Raymond Lindstrom
October 26, 2021
Just sitting here thinking about you today and crying after more than 2 years. You were such a wonderful daughter and I miss you so. My sweet mooneyes. You are always in my heart and on my mind. I love you so. Dad
September 27, 2019
Sending our warmest thoughts, love & prayers for you and your family. Karen was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed dearly.
Ajaz, Shy, Sarah & Aahil
September 27, 2019
Dear Ray & Renee,
I'm so, so sorry to hear this. My deepest condolences to you both and your family.
Love from your friend Neil at Sounds That Swing in London
September 27, 2019
Thinking of you all and praying for peace and comfort in your hearts. Love to you all.
Greg and Lori Dexter, Cassi and Daniel Mathis
September 22, 2019
My condolences are extended as you mourn the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort and strength to cope during this trying time. (Psalm 90:10)
Pamela White
September 22, 2019
Karen worked with me at Walgreens in Avondale. She sent me greeting cards for Easter and Christmas adorned in her beautiful handwriting. She brought me flowers and a get well card when I was in the hospital. She brought joy and enthusiasm to her job, greeting everyone with a smile and cheery hello. May her new life in the heavens be as filled with the love she shared here on earth. Lovingly remembered by Pamela White.
Pamela White
September 22, 2019
Karen worked with me at Walgreens in Avondale. She sent me greeting cards for Easter and Christmas adorned in her beautiful handwriting. She brought me flowers and a get well card when I was in the hospital. She brought joy and enthusiasm to her job, greeting everyone with a smile and cheery hello. May her new life in the heavens be as filled with the love she shared here on earth. Lovingly remembered by Pamela White.
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