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Karen Shipley Walton Bell
1956 - 2017
Karen Shipley Walton Bell
1956 - 2017
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BORN
1956
DIED
2017
Karen Bell Obituary
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The tide recedes but leaves behind
behind seashells on the sand.
The sun goes down, but gentle
warmth still lingers on the land.
The music stops, and yet it echoes
on in sweet refrains.......
For every joy that passes,
something beautiful remains.
~ Author Unknown
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32 Entries
Pallavi Jain
June 2, 2019
I recently learned about Karen's passing away from an old colleague. I have been thinking about all the good times that I spent with Karen while working with her. I thought about the times we laughed together over imperfections. There were times when I shared my problems with her and she guided me, when I wasn't sure where I would go.
Even though we didn't spend a long time in each other's company but there are some people who are able to make an impact within short period of time.
Miss you Karen. May you rest in peace.
Doug MacDuff
November 2, 2017
Karen was such a great person and will be missed by many. I feel fortunate to have known her!
Leis
October 26, 2017
Rest in peace, Karen. You will be greatly missed!
Prachi Korde
October 26, 2017
You shall live in the hearts of those who loved you and will thus never die or be forgotten
Rest in peace. You will be missed Karen
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Rose Velez-Smith
October 26, 2017
My deepest condolences. My heart is broken. Karen started off as my colleague and quickly became a great friend. She attended my wedding in Jamaica. I will never ever forget her kind spirit, her contagious laugh and smile. The world will not be the same. Rose Velez-Smith & Family (or as you called me Rosebud)
Jan
October 26, 2017
"Chee Chee," My love and admiration for you is endless & cannot be measured.You are another one of my heroes. Rest in peace, knowing all is well. Cousin, "Jan Renee"
Bosky
October 26, 2017
Karen was full of life, always lively , a great mentor & a wonderful person. Honored to work with her. Rest in Peace.
Amari Peart
October 26, 2017
KB, you had the ability to make anyone feel welcoming warmth and a sense of belonging just by being in your presence. You are forever immortal in my memories as a magnificent human being. Farewell friend.
Pastor Janice Mchaney
October 25, 2017
To Family and friends I met Karen in Lansing Mi in 1978 she was in grad school at the time. I was a Young misguided girl a freshmen in college at that time at Michigan State University. I met her on a job and got invovled with some upclassmen who was involved in things i never had seen or done. To make this story short, KB looked at a young women who would have traveled down wrong roads had she not intervene. Karen introduced me to someone who would be a friend to me who in her words was more my speed, Lol.... Her cousin Millicent Reynolds- Jones .... I am forever grateful for her love and compassion, for her introducing me a young green behind the ears girl to a ...beautiful Women who I can say is My best Friend today .... May God Bless You today in this season of bereavement.
Angela Agostino
October 25, 2017
Karen, your smile, thoughtfulness, friendship and courage will be forever remembered, forever missed. Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Rob Hallam
October 25, 2017
Karen, no one could light up a room with her smile or her intellect like you did. I enjoyed the times our paths crossed at Pitney Bowes.
Marlene Kadin
October 25, 2017
I am truly sorry to hear this sad news. Karen was such an authentic person - I learned a lot from her when we worked together at PB. My sincerest condolences to her partner, family, and friends.
Liz Black
October 25, 2017
I had the pleasure to work with Karen at Pitney Bowes. She was a great mentor and colleague. Gone too soon, rest in peace my friend.
Joyceline Sobers
October 24, 2017
When you entered Rosamund's life you entered my life. Your confidence, zest for life, fearlesness and thoughtfulness was contagious. Your beautiful spirit will live in every piece of art, nice film, great food and most of all our hearts. May your spirit continue to guide all those that were fortunate to have known you. Roz, you will never walk alone. Joyceline and Andy
Lee Smeriglio
October 24, 2017
Karen was a wonderful colleague and was a great partner to me when we worked together during my time at PB Canada. She was funny, inclusive and always made me feel welcome. I will miss you my friend!
Joanne Mealia
October 24, 2017
I had the privilege of sitting on the Women's College Hospital Board with Karen. She was a straight shooter and always brought the voice of reason to every discussion. We both attended Michigan State and shared that Spartan connection. She will be missed.
Marianna Falcetti
October 24, 2017
You will be missed Miss B by everyone whose life you have touched. Your smile, your warmth and your passion for life is what I will hold dear. RIP!
Jeva Prince
October 24, 2017
In life we loved you dearly. In death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, No one will ever fill. KB, gone girl, but not forgotten. Jeva
John A Law
October 23, 2017
You touched my life with your compassion, your understanding, your enthusiasm and your quirky sense of humour. You were a kindred spirit who got my jokes. You will be remembered fondly for the rest of my days and your legacy will continue in all who were blessed to have you in their lives.
So much love, so much life...
John Law
October 23, 2017
Colleen Towers
October 23, 2017
Karen was a great boss and a wonderful friend. She was good to me when I worked for her and we shared a love of musical theatre and fine dinners out. I will miss her and she will always be a warm echo in my life. My sincere sympathy to her partner, family and friends. Sunshine wishes for you always my dear one.
Chetan Aneja
October 23, 2017
Karen, your energy was contagious and your care was outstanding. You will be missed deeply. Rest in peace Karen!
Anna and Helen
October 23, 2017
You will be missed Karen - We remember when you came into Rosamund's life and ours - such a warm spirit and such a smart woman! You will be missed by so many, but you've left a wonderful mark. Rest in peace and love.
Merin Raju
October 23, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Merin Raju
October 23, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rest in Peace Karen
Rachel Epstein
October 23, 2017
Karen touched so many with her beautiful spirit, including those I love dearly. KB, you will be hugely missed and we will take good care of them. You can soar. Much love to all who knew and loved KB.
Deeba Gurusamy
October 23, 2017
No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss..Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP..
Johnna Torsone
October 23, 2017
Karen was always someone who thought about big ideas and coaching people with heart and dedication. She made an impact and I am sure will be missed by all with whom she shared her life and her work. With all the challenges of her health, she stayed so positive and now may she rest in God's hands.
Lysiane Hoffschmidt
October 23, 2017
Words cannot express our sadness, but we will always cherish the memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lysiane and Henning
Claudette Candy
October 23, 2017
You made my life so rich because of your friendship...You will always be in my heart and I will never forget you...RIP my friend...Love you...Dette
Patricia Koine
October 22, 2017
Celebrating a beautiful soul.
May your light shine onwards...
Janice Warren
October 22, 2017
Like the Cheshire Cat, what stays behind is Karen's unquenchable smile.
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