Karen Vornkahl Obituary
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Karen was a world-traveler, but especially loved her trips to Greece. She worked at Orba for over 40 years as a receptionist, where she made many friends. She will be dearly missed.
Family and friends to meet for Funeral Service 12 p.m. Noon on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Holy Transfiguration Chapel in Elmwood Cemetery, 2905 Thatcher Ave., River Grove. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Muzyka & Son Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to PAWS Chicago, https://donate.pawschicago.org/give/503080/?_gl=1*1i2baqs*_gcl_au*MzkxODc4NDQ2LjE3MzY5NjkzMDE.#!/donation/checkout or For more information, please call (773) 545-3800.
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Bob Dobro
January 21, 2025
I am thinking about my dear friend Karen today. We met through work and quickly became great friends. We had so many fun times together. We also saw a lot of bands together, especially Todd Rundgren. I know you are in a better place now and I am sending my love.
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Sharon matthews
January 20, 2025
To my best friend Karen,
So many wonderful memories and good times and holidays we´ve shared , I´ll be with you today in spirit and I´ll see you on the other side xx
Love always Sharon x
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