KAREN A. STANLEY

STANLEY, Karen A. Of South Boston, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, at her sisters' Cape house, which was one of her favorite spots to spend with her beloved life partner, Don, and her family who were all fortunate enough to be by her side. Daughter of the late John J. Stanley and Catherine "Catty" (Canavan); and beloved life partner of Donald Wilson. Devoted sister of John "Jay" Stanley of South Boston, Janet Stanley of South Boston, Christine Tyrell and her husband, Paul "PJ" of Weymouth. Cherished aunt of Lauren and Sean Tyrell of Weymouth; Christine O'Keefe, also lovingly referred to as "our fourth sister." Visitation in the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, on Tuesday, September 24, from 4- 8pm. Funeral Mass, in St. Brigid Church, 841 East Broadway, South Boston, on Wednesday, September 25, at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment private. Karen was the owner of Vibrant Event Productions, a longtime business owner of Karen's Boutique, in South Boston, Whispers Boutique's throughout New England and longtime manager of Kay Clothes Inn in South Boston. Karen was one of the founders of the South Boston Street Festival, Vice President of the South Boston Chamber of Commerce, the event planner for The Taste of South Boston, board member of St. Christopher Montessori School and well known and loved by many in South Boston and beyond. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Karen's name to the South Boston Street Festival, c/o South Boston NDC, 273 D Street, South Boston, MA 02127. For directions and guest book please visit www.obrienfunerals.com O'Brien Funeral Home 617-269-1600

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