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Angel Grace
June 23, 2010
wow, this is amazing! I think about her all the time and i am so glad you guys have kept this going. I have kept it going in my heart always!
Jackie Bigley
October 8, 2008
The fall makes me think of Karen... we had some great times. I can still see her smile!
Mom
February 8, 2005
My Dearest Karen, I am missing you so much. There is so much I want to tell you, but most of all I just want to hold you and tell you I love you. Last Sat night Brian,Maddie, and I went to a restuarant that had a little pond with fish in it. I gave Maddie some pennies to toss into it. During one of those times that she was tossing a penny I told her to make a wish. My wish will never come true, as I wished you back here with us. It was a silly little wish wasn't it?? Rest in peace and watch over us. Help me be a good Grandma to your beautiful little daughter. I love you and miss you so much.
Katherine Gaines/ Larson
December 31, 2004
I just wanted to share a memory of New Year's Eve with all of you. Karen and I had many rocky times, but we found each other again in 1999. I just happened to be visiting my boyfriend, (now husband) in San Diego. She had called my mother's old number and found out I was planning a trip out there already. I had no idea she was living out there at the time. It's funny how fate brings you together sometimes. Anyway, as I said before that was the best time I've ever had with Karen. We went into town and had our belly buttons pierced. She went first, and a tear rolled down her cheek, it hurt her. Needless to say I was next and was frightened. The lady pierced mine and said she was done. I started laughing....it didn't hurt me at all. She was so mad when I made fun of her. Of course in a few hours the dull pain set in, and yeah, it was quite sore. I'm glad we did that together. That night of course was New Year's Eve, and we were dressed to kill. Showing off our belly rings. It was a special night, being 1999. As you can imagine we partied ' Like it was 1999'! I miss you so much Karen. I wish we could do it all again tonight. I'll throw you a kiss at midnight, way up high. Watch out for us all tonight, bless us in this new year, and know we'll be thinking of you always. Love, "Dumb Broad"
( that was her name for me, and I wear it proudly...)Katherine
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Katherine Gaines/ Larson
December 29, 2004
There is so much I would like to say, but I feel like there is just not enough room here for a novel. (haha) She was and always will be my special friend and I miss her dearly. Not a day does by that I don't think of her, especially since the picture of her and I is placed on my desk at work. That was the best time of my life with her, visiting her in San Diego. I'll never understand, but I hope she is happy now and at peace. Bless you all and please don't leave me out of the special events. I couldn't bare to not be apart of the special times. Thinking of you....Katherine
Mom
December 28, 2004
My Dearest Karen,
I really missed you this Christmas. It was hard shopping as I always see so many things you would have enjoyed, then it hits home again. Your dad and I tried to make the best of it. I know you saw little Maddie opening presents and how excited she was. I also know you felt my pleasure in recieving the throw blanket Brian gave us with yours and Maddie's picture woven into it. It is just beautiful. I shall always cherish it. I also enjoyed decorating your grave as it was my special time with you. At first I think Brian may have thought I'd gone off the deep end, but he said he liked it. Dad said my bows looked fairly good this year but not as pretty as you did them. I was kind of lost this year, always forgetting something. I,like Brian, don't remember alot of Christmas last year as it had only been 2 months since you left us and I think I was just still numb. This year seems to be worse. You always loved Christmas. The tradition was you and dad always put up the tree the day after Thanksgiving. He misses that so much. He told me that he's glad his schedule changed at work and he goes to work on Friday nights as that day was for you and him to eat together and spend the evening out. I hope you have a good laugh when you see Maddie making dad sit down in front of her little kitchen and the two of them having a "coffee party". She is such fun and it just breaks my heart you can't join in the fun. Watch over me and help me be a good grandma to Maddie. I love you always, Mom.
December 25, 2004
Really missing you today.
Vicky Rich
October 27, 2004
Karen-you were a part of my family for a very short time--yet took a very special place in my heart. I would give anything for you to ask me one more time for a Pepsi with that little twinkle in your eye. Maddie will always be your legacy and added joy to our family. We miss you sweetie. I know you are watching over all of us. We will all make sure Maddie knows her mom loves her.
mom
October 25, 2004
My Dearest Karen, Today marks the 1st year that you've been gone. What a long year this has been. All I can say is I love you and miss you.
Mom
August 17, 2004
My Dearest Karen, your dad and I have thought about you so much these last few days. Some days the pain seems unbearable. We miss you terribly. I miss our laughter and bantering each other. Dad misses his "quality time" on Fridays with you. He would laugh and say you must be hungary and broke again!! I wish I could hold you again. I wish I could have protected you from your own pain. I'm sure you see what a beautiful and whitty child Maddie has become. A pure joy she is !! Rest now,sweetie, and continue to watch over us and help us along the way. I love you so much... Mom
Mom
May 29, 2004
My Dearest Karen,
I spent yesterday (your birthday) reflecting on all of your birthdays. Your dad and I discussed how proud he was that day when he found out you were a little girl. He wanted a little girl so bad. You always had such a special place in his heart. You were truly his little girl even when he scolded you. He misses you terribly. We both do. Watch over all of us and know that we love you. Mom
Pat Trollope
May 28, 2004
Dear Karen- Happy Birthday! Its a special day!Wish,we could hold you! And tell you, yes your getting older like the rest of us. A couple months ago was another little birthday.Maddie, played her harmonica-was just so sweet.She had fun with her cake, and gifts. Brian just smiled, and smiled. He is such a great dad. Karen, Thank You for Brian, and Maddie. Our gift to you today, is to love Your Dear Ones.
Mom
April 24, 2004
Six months ago today your dad and I lost a very precious person -- you. Some days I find myself just sitting-- thinking about you and remembering.... Please watch us from above and help guide us. I love you. Mom
Cheryl (mom)
March 28, 2004
My Dearest Karen, Every now and again I read all the entries of this book and it seems to comfort me. I'm sure you saw Maddie today and how pleased she was that she was walking all by herself. She is learning so many things so fast. I see you in her little face and smile. I know you are also pleased watching how well Brian takes such good care of her. I miss you so very much. I will always hold you tenderly in my thoughts and in my heart. Watch over us from above and know that I love you dearly. You know, we had that bond, you and I.
Kellie Carrell-Loudermilk
March 27, 2004
I have been thinking about Karen often. Please know that your family continues to be in my thoughts and prayers. Karen and Guy were both a very important part of my life during high school. I am so very glad that I was blessed to have Karen in my life.
Aunt Pat Trollope
March 10, 2004
Dear Karen,
I have started a letter so many times, but tears take over-and I think I will finish later.I just want you to come home-and do a jig,laugh,like old times. But that won't happen. The other day I looked at my calendar, and saw where just a year ago, we were all at the baby shower. You open the gifts, and we all laughed and played games. We all couldn't wait for Maddie. The holidays, and Feb 14th, came and were difficult. There's comfort knowing, you are not hurting any more.There is holes in the floor of heaven,and you look down, and watch your mother play with Maddie-its so sweet. Well Karen, Grandpa & You stick together. I Love & Miss You.
Aunt Pat
Cheryl (mom)
February 15, 2004
My Dear Karen,
Yesterday (Feb 14th) was so very hard. I look at the wall plaque you had sent to dad to give him on your wedding day. The invitations are still here in the closet. For me, everything is still upside down. I miss you so. We still expect you to walk through the door and thinking it's just a bad dream. There are so many things I want to tell you. I love you so very much, Mom
Mom
January 1, 2004
My dearest Karen, The Holidays were really rough without you. Some days I had not a clue of what to do, as my coordinator and present wrapper was no longer here. I still expect you to walk in the door on some days, but then reality sinks in and the tears flow. I miss you so much. I miss our Sunday's together, we had fun ,you and I, didn't we? I do have a part of you to love and I usually get to take care of her on Sunday's. Thank you for our precious gift (Maddie). She is such a beautiful, smart, and loving child. I know you are proud of her. My brain tells me you are at at peace and no longer hurting physically or mentally, maybe someday my heart will catch up with my brain. I will always love you.
pat macdonald
December 24, 2003
God Bless You All during these Holidays and in the coming year.
Janet Grimsley
December 6, 2003
To Karen's family,
I wanted to share a memory. Shortly before Madalyne was born, Regina, Fia and I gave Karen a massage. One to hit all the points on her body that might help her deliver sooner and second just to let her know that we cared about her. We had soft music playing and had a most delightful time visiting and sharing our thoughts. It was a wonderful time for the four of us, looking forward to the birth of the baby and spending a precious time together. This is my memory of Karen. A happy time.
Mark Morse
December 3, 2003
My prayers are with you. San Diego has never forgotten and you were in my thoughts often. May you rest in peace and love.
Michael Buckley
November 13, 2003
Cheryl and Big Mike,
You have my deepest sympathy on your lose. I am thinking about you.
Love,
Mike
Darlene Buckley
November 12, 2003
You and your family are in my prayers.
Brian Steever
November 12, 2003
You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I know that you are with all of us everyday. Thank you for all of your good times, and all of the smiles you have given me, and to all of your friends and family know that there are many people in San Diego who are here for you all.
Aunt Mary Fitzpatrick
November 11, 2003
My Dearest Karen,
The peace of the Lord is with you, yes honey I miss you terribily. When I look up at the sky on a clear nite,there in the East, I have named a star for you, and I know you are looking down on all of us, for you are now at peace.
I pray for peace and solace for all of us, your friends and family.
Chris & Maurica Fitzpatrick
November 9, 2003
Let the rain of PEACE fall on you all with much love from FAMILY
natalie tarbell
November 9, 2003
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers!
Sean and Natalie Tarbell
Terry and Melodie Owen
November 6, 2003
Trust in God to carry you through rough times; He will be there for you! You are in our prayers and are dearly loved.
Heather & Larry Hall
November 5, 2003
You are in our prayers.
We love you,
The Hall Family
Kevin Fitzpatrick
November 4, 2003
May the peace of God be with you allways and forever Love Kevin and Kay
Marsha Waters
November 4, 2003
Remembering you and your family in my prayers.
Kathy Barker
November 4, 2003
May God Bless you all . LOve to you. and you all are in my prayers .
Kathy Barker
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