Karen Holtkamp

I was shocked to learn of Karen's passing. "Softie" was a special woman and a very special friend although it was many years ago that we last spoke. I was hoping to renew our friendship by calling to wish her a happy birthday when I discovered this piece. We were close in our days together at Xavier and beyond. I learned much from Karen and I loved her dearly...no, I love her dearly. I pray that you have found the peace and happiness that so often eluded you. God bless.

Karen was intelligent, vibrant, caring, thoughtful, and a great friend during a very challenging time in my life. Peace to her and to her family - the world is a better place for her having been here, and poorer for her absence.

To the family, I am sorry to hear the news about your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2*

I worked with Karen in a Marketing/Communications agency in Dayton -- an engaging, energetic, smart and funny gal with outstanding skills in copywriting and creative direction. Karen was a blast to work with. My condolences to her family. Know that she touched so many lives and left us all the richer for it.

I went to grade school and high school with Karen, and I always liked her. She was intelligent, witty and fun to be around.

I met Karen when we were crafters at House of Santa Mouse. She was a wonderful mentor to those of us starting out in the craft show circuit....making suggestions and ideas about how to best show our products. Karen was such a talented artist and writer, very creative and maker of beautiful fused glass items.
Karen touched all those who knew her.

Karen was good at motivating people. I loved her jewelry and wear it often. Most of all, I will remember her concern when I was going through my cancer treatments. How odd it turned out that she too would soon become a cancer victim. Her battle was much larger than mine though. I know she fought as hard as she could. Rest in peace, friend.