Karen Wertz Young

Our entire family is deeply saddened to have just learned of Karen's passing. She was a wonderful "big sister" growing up to me too. My parents loved asking her to babysit because Jessi, Bryan, and I would jump up with such glee and excitement when we heard that she and Sharon were coming to sit. While other sitters talked on the phone all night, the twins played with us, taught us the latest dance moves, and had us listen to the latest Beatles tunes. Karen was a vivacious, beautiful, and...

Karen truly cared about people. She shared her knowledge freely and had the patient and the team's best interests when doing her job. She always took that extra effort to remember personal details. She loved her family and lived simply, finding pleasure in small things.....

Thank you for all of your help Karen ~ you always kept me on my toes! My heart goes out to your family.

I was so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet and work with her although for such a short time. Karen was very welcoming to me when I came to work in the OR and always greeted me with a smile. I witnessed her many times sharing what she had with others - she was obviously a very caring person. She was a very hard worker and always very eager to do her job well. I know she will be missed by many!! My prayers go out to all of her friends and family. ...

Karen. Thanks for all the cheese cake and Hardee's ham bisquits! I'll miss you.

Karen, Thanks for helping all of us in Central, you were always eager to come down as time permitted. You have seen the face of Jesus and are enjoying your new heavenly home. We will miss you.

I knew and worked with Karen at RMH. I was sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers to her family.

Karen, I will miss you. You were a genuinely caring person who always encouraged others. You took the time to know me personally as you did with others who crossed your path. You touched so many with your dedication to your patients and your OR team. I am blessed to have known you.