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Karen Burnett Obituary
Karen was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pa., received Bachelor of Arts In Earth Sciences from LaSalle University and Master of Arts in Geology from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa where she taught for a number of years. She worked for the Alabama Geological survey from 1977 to 1994 as a geologist and most recently worked to preserve and restore SW Florida's natural resources at Earth Balance in North Port.
She moved to Florida in 1994 and married Mike Burnett and they cruised and golfed together through the last 24 years. Karen was passionate about her family, her cats, and the Crimson Tide. She enjoyed observing nature around her whether from home, or on the golf course, or cruising around Mexico. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother and a generous, thoughtful friend.
Karen will be mourned and greatly missed by her husband, Mike, her son, Sean, her brothers, John and Paul, her sister, Linda, her step-brothers and sisters, and her many friends.
Due to the covid pandemic, a celebration of life will be postponed until a later time.
Memorial donations in Karen's name should be made to the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County, 3519 Drance St, Port Charlotte, FL 33980.
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Patricia Beck
February 10, 2024
So sorry this is so late but I just found out Karen had passed a while back. She lived with us two summers in Puerto Rico while doing summer work for the Department of Natural Resources in San Juan. She like the sister I never had. I will miss our occasional phone calls that went on for hours catching up:) My love to all of her family.
Christine
January 31, 2023
I'm very sad to learn of Karen's passing. My thoughts are with sweet Sean and Erik.
Tenley, Russ, & Emma Reyno
December 25, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our heartfelt condolences to Sean and family.
Tenley Reyno
December 25, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Our heartfelt condolences to Sean and family.
Millie & Bob Bruce
December 9, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person and friend. Our heartfelt sympathies to Mike and family!
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