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Karen Rinaldi Obituary

Rinaldi Karen (nee Drueding) Age 71, of Blue Bell, PA, on May 7, 2023. Loving mother of Lauren R. Magrath (Scott) and Katherine R. Courtright (Joshua); caring sister of Bernard J. Drueding, III (Pamela), Marianne Cornely (Paul), Edward B. Drueding (Patricia), Patricia Stokes (James), and Jane Ryan (Edward); adoring grandmother of Heidi, Jack, and Scarlett; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. Friday, May 12, 2023 at Christ Church Ithan, 536 Conestoga Road, V.illanova, PA 19085, followed by her Funeral Service 11 AM. Interment Calvary Cem. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Kidney Fund, kidneyfund.org/give, would be appreciated. Arr. by The DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 610-989-9600. Online condolences www.donohuefuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on May 9, 2023.

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Suzanne Hall

November 20, 2023

So sorry to read of Karen´s passing. She was a good friend in Selma, Alabama

Elizabeth Hanly

May 16, 2023

What a gift to have known Karen. I still remember her long ago plays ---often pretty darn stunning--- on the hockey fields and basketball courts at MMA. Later, there were the stories of her daughters. Shall we say she was oh just maybe a little proud of them. Perhaps the only souls she adored as much or more were her grands. And Karen, how delish that you decided they should call you "honey." And here's a moment that I hope might bring on a smile. When Karen and I stopped in a 7-11 for coffee, ( I had come up from Miami and she, amazingly generous, had offered to drive me here and there), Karen quite rightly scolded me for leaving way too much tip money. I shall miss you, my friend.

Roger Stackhouse

May 12, 2023

My thoughts and prayers to the family. I worked with Karen for many years. She was so kind and thoughtful, and proud of her family. She will be missed.

Gallagher Art

May 12, 2023

Dear "Cuz".
Rest in Peace Karen.
We are all better for having you in our lives!
Blessings,
Art & Alice Gallagher
Charlotte, NC

Mary Clare and John

May 11, 2023

Lauren and Katie, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Nothing prepares you for the loss of the glue that holds us all together. Know that she is watching over you and your beautiful families.
In time the grief will subside and the fun and joyful memories will fill your hearts and minds!

Ron Feher

May 9, 2023

Karen was a great frioend and respected colleague at Lockheed Martin. So sorry to hear of her passing.

Norma Waldbillig

May 9, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Michael Sweeney

May 9, 2023

As the youngest cousin of my Drueding Family cousins, Katie and I always appreciated Karen's support of Dustin Sweeney, our son with Autism. In typical Karen manner, she did it very quietly and was not looking for anything in return - total and genuine support. It was appreciated.

In addition, Karen led the Cousins in understanding the Drueding legacy in Philadelphia, all the way back to Northern Germany. As a fan of history and legacy, it was appreciated by me.

Requiesce in pace

Mary Ann Erthal John

May 8, 2023

Karen sat in front of me through 6 years at Mater/Merion. We had lots of good fun there, especially in Math class, where she was the uncontested brightest star. Accept my condolences at this sad time for you all.

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