Karyn Dennison Obituary

Karyn Dennison (Gomolka) Crown Point Karyn (Gomolka) Dennison, age 54, of Crown Point, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2004. She is survived by her husband Ronald of 32 years; son Aaron Dennison of Valparaiso, daughter Lindsay (Therin) Dennison Burden of Grand Rapids, Michigan, granddaughter Jordea Kathryn Burden, mother Irene Gomolka of Crown Point, sister, Deborah (Charles) Gomolka Cole of Chicago; sister Nancy (David) Hunt of Naperville, IL, brother Greg Gomolka of Valparaiso, sister Mary (Jamie) Mack of Crown Point; nieces and nephews: Kira, Cole, Ryan Hunt, Jordan Hunt, Lauren and Tyler Mack. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Albin Gomolka. Mrs. Dennison worked the security office at Porter Memorial Hospital in Valparaiso and was a former employee at the Gary-Hobart Water Company. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Wanatah and was a graduate of Andrean High School, class of 1967. She was a volunteer with the Relay for Life Program and was a spokeswoman and co-founder for Creating Hope for the Ovarian Cancer Foundation. She was a spokesperson for the blood test for the early detection of ovarian cancer which will be released later this year. Karyn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend and co-worker who touched the lives of all who knew her. Our earth angel has now been sent up to Heaven to spread her wings and guide us all from up above. Friends may call at Pruzin & Little Funeral Service, 811 East Franciscan Drive (on State Road 55 south of State Road 231), Crown Point, IN, on Tuesday from 3 to 8 P.M. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 1:00 P.M. from Pruzin & Little Chapel and 1:30 P.M. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Crown Point with Rev. Gerald Schweitzer officiating. Cremaiton to follow services. There will be a prayer service Tuesday at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to the Creating Hope for Ovarian Cancer Foundation. www.pruzinfuneralservice.com

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Published by The Times from Mar. 29 to Mar. 31, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Karyn Dennison

11 Entries

Janice Bowden

April 15, 2004

Dear Ron, Lindsey & Aaron:

I worked with Karen at the Water Company for many years, and after we left, we kept in touch either by chance or appointment. I believe Karen was truly an ANGEL here on earth. She was someone I considered to be my friend. I will miss her.

Marlyce Farabaugh

April 4, 2004

Dear Ron and Family,

I worked with Karyn at the water company for several years, and even after she left we stayed in touch. My sincere condolences to all of you in the loss of such a warm, generous and beautiful woman. I truly believe that the Blessed Mother welcomed Karyn into her arms the moment she passed into God's Kingdom. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Aaron, Lindsay and family during this very difficult time. Karyn truly was one of God's angels here on earth. We will all deeply miss her. God bless all of you.

Lorraine Medved - now Young

April 1, 2004

Dear Irene and Family,

Am so sorry Irene. Maybe you'll remember me from Blessed Sacrament.

My son Joe who lives in Duluth, Mn went to school with Karyn...she was beautiful inside and out. Our hearts reach out to you and hope the pain will leave and just sweet, wonderful memories of Karyn remain.

Melinda Berkheimer/McKinney

March 31, 2004

Dear Ron and Family,

My husband Terry and I were so sad to read of Karyn's death. We've always had something in common, first Karyn and I graduated together and second, she was god mother to Melissa Schwerd and I am god mother to Tevlyn Schwerd. I do hope you know that our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Terry and Melinda McKinney

Tom Nawrocki

March 31, 2004

My condolences to the Family.

Tom Nawrocki

Andrean Class of 1968

Judy Rooney-Davis

March 30, 2004

Karyn's smile even through the thick of it always brought hope. Her tenacity and strength of her family are the reasons God gave her to us for even just a couple more years. May she rest in peace with our Most Precious Mother Mary holding one hand and Jesus the other. Thank you God for giving us Karyn.

James Roach

March 30, 2004

My sympathy for your loss and regret I can't be there at this time. My thoughts are with all the family.

Sandra Popjevach Deranek

March 29, 2004

Ron and family, there's nothing I can say to make is any different. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers......Sandi

Karen Brown

March 29, 2004

To Karyn's family: I worked with Karyn at Allied Ins. from 1968-69. Karyn was soon to meet Ron, and I was married, my husband serving in hte military during the Vietnam war. She was young, beautiful & so much fun to be with. She made the time pass easier while my husband was away. On my 21st birthday she took me to Wellmans restaurant in Valpo. I had my first cocktail and the man at the piano sang Happy Birthday to me, I,ll never forget it. Karyn later gave me a baby shower for my first daughter. Due to marriage, careers & children we lost touch until I had the privilege to care for her father as a nurse at Canterbury Place. We connected again for a few times. I loved her. She touched my life as few have done. I will keep her in my heart always. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Karen Brown

Dee Enrico-Janik

March 29, 2004

To Karen's Family-

With heartfelt sympathy for your loss and with many fond memories of the time that our families lived in the "neighborhood", yours on 57th and the Enrico's on Orchard Drive.

I am certain that my Dad, Bill Enrico who died on November 6, was one of those waiting for Karen, probably with a dish of Greg's favorite "bloody worms" with meat sauce!

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dee