Karen Sokorai Obituary
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Born in Philadelphia, PA on October 17, 1965, she was the daughter of the late John and Verde (Brewer) McGann, Sr. Karen worked at Einstein Healthcare Network for 16 years before beginning her career in education. She was an educator at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School as well as A.D. Harrington Elementary School for 2 years.
Karen had a passion for traveling and enjoyed to explore new places. She had a worldwide network of family and friends who she loved dearly.
Karen is survived by her loving husband of 15 years, Stephen L. Sokorai; brother, John McGann (Jen); stepdaughters, Jacqueline and Michelle; grandchildren, Danny, Vanessa, Christa, Samantha, and Joseph; niece and nephews, Dr. Madison Ian, Riley McGann, Bill Hess, and Andy.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Karen's memory to any classroom teacher, they are in it for the outcome, not the income; Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience, Office of Institutional Advancement, Department 825434, P.O. Box 71331, Philadelphia, PA 19176-1331 or via email at [email protected]; or to Delaware Hospice, 630 Churchmans Road, Suite 200, Newark, DE 19702 or online by clicking here.
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