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Kara Martell Obituary
She was born in Lowell on Sept. 18, 1979, daughter of Ronald A. Martell and Kathleen M. (Desmarais) Martell. She attended St. Stanislaus Grammar School and graduated from Lowell High School in 1997.
Miss Martell worked as a manager for Filene's in the Junior and Misses Department at the Pheasant Lane Mall in Nashua.
Besides her parents, she is survived by a brother, Ronald H. Martell of Lowell; her maternal grandfather, George R. Desmarais of Chelmsford; her paternal grandmother, Barbara (Richardson) (Martell) Maynard and her husband Ronald of Dunstable; her paternal grandfather, Leonard Martell of Tyngsboro; a nephew, Shawn Martell of Lowell; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She also leaves a close friend, Celeste Consoli of Haverhill, Mass.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kara Martell
Brenda (Martell) Trask
November 12, 2003
To my cousins Ronnie & Kathleen: Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Kara. I remember her as a little girl so many years ago and recall the vibrant nature of her personality and the smile so many others have commented on. You have all been in our thoughts and prayers over the years, and especially now as you work through this. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you from across the miles: Brenda, Scott, Jennifer & Meagan Trask.
An Angel From Above
November 7, 2003
I can only imagine what it will be like when i walk by your side...I can only imagine what my eyes will see when your face is before me...I can only imagine...Surrounded by your glory what will my heart feel...Will I dance for you Jesus...Will I stand in your presence or to my knees will I fall...Will I sing Haleluia...Will I be able to speak at all...I can only imagine...I can only imagine when that day comes...When I find myself standing in the sun....I can only imagine...
Nancy Drainville
November 7, 2003
Dear Kathy,
Please accept our condolences on Kara's death. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.
Sincerely,
Ben and Nancy Drainville
Tim Scott
November 5, 2003
Kara had a warm heart and comforting smile.. She was a beautiful girl who was easily befriended, looked up to, and who will be greatly missed.
May those up above eternally surround her with the same love and happiness that she has brought to so many of us.
My love & prayers to Kathy, Ron, Ron Jr., Celeste, & Kara's many, many friends. We will all keep memories of Kara strong and alive. ~Tim
Kara Boisvert
November 5, 2003
Dear Kathy and Family-
I remember growing up with Kara and visiting you guys on Christian Hill with my mother, Karen McCarthy. I thought it was so cool that someone else had the same name as me, it wasn't very popular back then. As young kids the world is so exciting and as we grow older and drift it becomes a place where we hear things in passing that make us stop and think. This was one of those times for me. I am glad I that my mother and I stopped to talk to her and Kathy when we saw them at the mall. You never know when the last time you will see someone is and my thoughts, prayers, and memories are with you.
-Kara Boisvert
jamie berard
November 4, 2003
Anyone who was lucky enough to share time with Kara is a better person for having known her. I miss her terribly and will think of her and the happy memories she brings often.
Karen McCarthy/Butler
November 4, 2003
Kathy,
I just found out about this horrible tragedy today. My heart and thoughts go out to you more than you will ever know.
Celeste Consoli
November 3, 2003
Kara made me the happiest I've ever been in my life. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I will love and miss her forever.
NYREE HENDERSON
November 3, 2003
JUST WANTED 2 TAKE TIME OUT AND LET YOU KNOW THAT SHE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,KARA YOU WILL BE MISSED!
Judy Phothimath
November 3, 2003
To Ronnie, Mr and Mrs. Martell
You are in my prayers and may God give you the strength through the following months. I am a friend of Kara's from high school and I am truly sorry for your loss. She was a great person and she will be missed.
katherine Davis
November 2, 2003
To Kara's family and many friends:
Kara had the biggest heart and a very warm smile to go along with it. She always tried her best to make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable. She was more to us than a manager, she was our friend. I will never forget her. My thoughts are with everyone whose soul she touched.
Robert & Carol Desmarais
November 1, 2003
We can't imagine what you are going through. Our prayers are with you.
SarahJane Grover
November 1, 2003
I would like to express my deepest sympathy. I never met Kara but I felt the need to reach out to the friends and family. I work on the Route 3 project and I just wanted you to know that all of us here have said many prayers for Kara and the family. I'm truely sorry for your loss. God Bless!
Rosie Rodriguez
October 31, 2003
My deepest sympathy rests with her family and friends.
Trish Clark
October 31, 2003
Kara, I will always remember you as a fun person who laughed easily. I hope you know how many lives you touched and made brighter. My deepest sympathies go out to your friends and family.
Kristy Krugh
October 31, 2003
I was a classmate of Kara's back in grammar school. I remember her as a funny and kind girl and am assured she grew to be a great woman. To the Martell family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that happy memories are a comfort to you during this difficult time.
Rick Kopacz
October 31, 2003
My sincerest condolences to your family. As much as you feel you have lost her, try to remember those in your family that have gone before her and have now found her.
Gayle Squeglia
October 31, 2003
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family Kathy..May God be with you and yours....A horrible tragedy.
Mindy D'Antoni
October 31, 2003
Kara was the best friend anyone could have. She was so beautiful inside and out. I have so many cherished memories. I love and miss her so much.
Alyce Brady
October 30, 2003
Kara, the moment you left us the world became a lot less happier and a lot less brighter..you will always be in our hearts and in our prayers,rest sweet angel,I'll make sure your Mom is okay,it will be one day at a time for us here.
Love, Alyce Brady and family
Mariama Paquette
October 30, 2003
Kara, you were a great friend and an awesome worker. You will be sadly missed. Your old boss from KFC
Mariama Paquette
Manya Dwornick
October 30, 2003
My heart and prayers are with you all.
dennis cloutier
October 30, 2003
To the entire martell Family Ron, Ron Jr. and Kathy, i am so sorry to hear about Kara, i cant imagine how hard this must be. I wish you all the best of luck
love
Dennis Cloutier (DC)
Laurie Maesano
October 30, 2003
My heart and prayers are with the Desmarais and Martell family.
Kristen Moysenko
October 30, 2003
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with all of you at this extremely difficult time.
Steve Paquette
October 30, 2003
I used to work at KFC with Kara. She was a great kid and we used to laugh all the time together. I, too, went to work at the Mall and made a point to say "hello" to her whenever I had the chance. Though we didn't keep in touch these last couple of years, I'll always remember her smile.
Sorry for your loss.
Tene (Boualalphanh) Southimath
October 30, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Gaitan & Maria D'Antoni
October 30, 2003
You will be sadly missed by all the lives you touched. May you rest with the angels.
Jesus Garcia
October 30, 2003
You will be missed. Love Jesus
Melissa Morrissette
October 30, 2003
Kara was an amazing women. Never have I met anyone who has truly understood the meaning of friendship. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to her family.
Melissa Morrissette
Laura Bowden
October 30, 2003
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Sandy Denesowicz
October 30, 2003
I knew Kara a long time ago. We grew up together on Christian Hill in Lowell. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. She was so young.
You are in my thoughts and prayers..
Sandy
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