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Karen McMeekin Obituary

KAREN LOUISE McMEEKIN, 54, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday, June 29, 2006, at her home. Born in Fort Wayne, she was a Property Manager for Gene Glick Corp. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, Ivy Tech Alumni, PHI Theta Kappa Sorority, Rosary Society and was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Jude Catholic Church. Survivors include husband, Dennis L. McMeekin of Fort Wayne; son, Jeffrey M. (Ginny R.) McMeekin of Fort Wayne; daughters, Amy S. (Keith) Moses, Jeni L. (John) Gatton and Jessica L. (John) Hilkey, all of Fort Wayne; brother, James E. Shovlin of Fort Wayne; sister, Colleen Clauser of Fort Wayne; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents, John W. and Mary L. (Greven) Shovlin. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Jude Catholic Church, E. State and Randallia Dr., with calling one hour prior. Fr. Thomas Shoemaker officiating. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Mungovan & Sons Memorial Chapel, 2114 S. Calhoun St., with Rosary at 3:30 p.m. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials to the family.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jun. 30, 2006.

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Jeff McMeekin

July 4, 2006

On behalf of our family, I wish to express our sincere Thank You to everyone that has shown support during our time in need. Thank you and God Bless

Cindy Mapes Bentz

June 30, 2006

I remember her from when I lived in Carriage House Apartments when I was a kid. She was a pleasant lady who helped us feel at home. I'm sorry to hear of her passing. May God comfort her family and friends with warm memories of her.

Vicki Neace At Mark Fore Sales

June 30, 2006

We are deeply sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers. Take care and God Bless.

Jamie Dickmeyer

June 30, 2006

Jeni & Family,

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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