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Karen Allard Obituary
January 30, 1960 - June 28, 2023
Karen Gemme Allard, age 63, of Windsor Locks, CT, passed away unexpectedly on June 28, 2023. She was born on January 30, 1960, in Springfield, MA. Karen was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
In her youth, Karen was full of life and excitement. She had a contagious smile, a wild sense of humor, and was full of love. Karen had a healing energy that filled you with warmth. She left a lasting impact on the lives she touched.
Karen is survived by her cherished and beloved daughter, Shaina Cunningham, as well as her grandson, Quintin, and granddaughter, Sienna of Winchendon, MA. She is also survived by her sister's Linda and husband Steve Cole of Enfield, Debbie Foley of East Windsor and Cindy Gemme of Windsor Locks. She had many nieces and nephews who she loved dearly. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Anna Gemme, and her brother, Joey Gemme.
To honor Karen's memory, a gathering for her family and friends will be held in celebration of her life. Details will be provided in the near future.
She will be remembered and celebrated as the beautiful soul that Karen Gemme Allard was. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in our hearts forever.
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Jeanne Williams
July 9, 2023
A message to the Gemme girls. We lived on the 2nd floor on So Main St in Windsor Locks when you were growing up. Fran and Butch and kids lived in the rear apartment. I remember you all so well with wonderful memories as you were growing up and am so sorry to read of your loss. You were all beautiful people, inside and out. My condolences.
Jeanne and John Williams ... Art and Sheila in spirit.
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