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Karen McDougall Obituary
She was born in Erie on November 22, 1953, the daughter of the late Rolland "Mac" and Verna (Brandon) McDougall.
The community lost a beautiful soul. Karen absolutely adored her family, especially her grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Karen was known by many as the Pittsburgh Steelers' biggest fan. She was always smiling and tried to make everyone laugh. She was very generous, always buying jewelry for the ones she loved to make them feel wonderful. She enjoyed going to Avonia Beach, loved being in the sun, and always worked on a fabulous tan. She also enjoyed cooking and spending time with family and friends. She worked at Spectrum Control for 30 years before living a grand life as a retiree.She was a 1971 graduate of Fairview High School.
Survivors include her son, Chad Sterrett and his fiancée Courtney Dore; her daughter, Brandie (Brandon) Ramey; her grandchildren, Taylor Sterrett and Corey Sterrett; two brothers, Charlie (Sienna) McDougall and Russell (Amy) McDougall; three sisters, Kathy (Craig) Latimer, Sandra Ritchie and Judy (Kirk) Graham, and a large extended family which includes many friends she considered her family.
Due to Covid-19, a memorial service will be announced in the summer of 2021.
Askins Cremation Funeral Services, 8354 Wattsburg Rd., Erie, PA 16509 is assisting with arrangements.
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Muraleedharan
June 25, 2022
Pass forms into the nature.
twila dewey
January 6, 2021
So many stories we swore we'd take to our graves & I fully aim to keep my end of that bargain! But the funny, silly warm & over the top escapades I know she wouldn't care if I shared.........to be continued! There were scary times, sad times& honestly rifts in our friendship but neither of us ever stopped caring deeply for each other. Overall it was the laughter that brings me solace & pain. The experts say losing a sibling is the hardest grief to recover from because literally from the cradle they are the people one shares the most memories with. I won't pretend to intimate that our bond was that strong but our affection respect & trust was genuine & so deep that our friendship will always remain with me. Someday they may even just make me smile. To her large & diverse clan I can only offer my deepest condolences & remain all ways so very grateful that you shared her with me. Sorry it took me so long to post but it was hard & required many re-writes. I know someday I'll be able to say "Hello, Gorgeous" to her again! Rest in Peace my "bestest"
Tiffany Kolenda
December 17, 2020
I loved Karen very much she always made me smile and loved when she would sing motown with Brandie and I. I will miss her greatly. My greatest sympathies.
Duane Winnie
December 16, 2020
So sorry for your and our loss......What a beautiful lady.......she will be missed...
Lori Buzzard Carson
December 14, 2020
Sending our deepest condolences to the Mcdougall family. Grew up in their neighborhood in Fairview and remember visiting her in Girard. Judy was a great friend and her family was very nice. Karen you will be missed .
The Buzzard Family
Kirsten Kunselman
December 13, 2020
My dear "Gooch" will always be remembered for her sweet and sassy heart! Godspeed my freind. Till we meet again. XO
Craig J Heuser
December 13, 2020
I am deeply saddened and my heart grieves with your family during this difficult time. Karen was a beautiful person who was loved and will be missed by her Pleasant Ridge Manor family. I always enjoyed my interactions with Karen. Thank you for allowing us to care for Karen. May your memories bring comfort and peace and may Karen now rest in the arms of our loving God.
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