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Karin Vardijan Obituary
Dec. 19, 1944-Jan. 17, 2015
Martinez
Karin Vardijan of Martinez passed away peacefully on Saturday January 17 after a long illness.
Karin was born in Brooklyn, NY to Waltraut and Lars Hansen. She had a varied career in multiple cities such as Manhattan, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Seoul, and Tokyo. After her retirement she worked for the Census, Elections Department, and most proudly served on the 2012-2013 Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury.
Karin is survived by her daughters, Katie Vardijan (Chris), Elly Miller (Todd), and sister Lynn Hansen.
Always up for an adventure and with a constant curiosity of the world around her she enjoyed visiting museums, traveling, theater, and independent films. Her love of cooking was one of her great passions and she relished trying new recipes for dinner with family and friends, many becoming new additions to her book of favorites.
Ever polite, charming, and appreciative until the very end she was always a pleasant, if reluctant, patient. A Celebration of Life has been planned to honor Karin and the things she loved most: friends, family, and the sharing of great food and memories.
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Kathryn Bode
February 14, 2015
I served on the grand jury with Karin, and I knew her as a gentle and kind woman with iron at her core. She would listen to your arguments and make up her own mind. I was honored to know her. Easy with a smile, she was a pleasure to know. Don't make the mistake of seeing a small woman and think she would be a push over. She could be tough, and I think back to our time together with a smile. She was exceptional, and I will miss her.
Martha
February 14, 2015
Karin was a colleague on the 2012/13 Grand Jury. She was wonderful to work with. I admired her spirit and upbeat attitude despite her health problems.
Peter Wilson
February 13, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of Karen's passing. I knew her as a very dedicated and hard working member of the 2012-2013 Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury. She was a real lady, bright and well spoken, and a pleasure to be around. I will miss her.
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