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Karen Packard Obituary

Karen M. Packard, age 77, of Lenhartsville, passed away on Sunday January 15, 2023. Karen was the loving devoted wife of Robert A. Packard, they were married for 48 years. Born in Allentown, PA., the daughter of the late Frank J. Gorski and May E. (Kaufman) Gorski. Karen was a graduate of Fleetwood High School class of 1963. After high school she graduated from Allentown Hospital School of Nursing. She worked for the Pa Department of Human Services at the former Hamburg Center, retiring after 30 years. Surviving is her sister Darlene F. Gorski of Blandon her stepson Brett R. Packard of West Palm Beach, FL and stepdaughter Jodi L. (Packard) Houlaon of Philadelphia Graveside services and inurnment will be on Monday January 23rd at 11:00AM in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Fleetwood. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in memory of Karen to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD. 21741 Online condolences can be made www.maestumpfuneralhome.com

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Published by Reading Eagle from Jan. 19 to Jan. 22, 2023.

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Valerie King

January 21, 2023

Karen, I am so happy that you & Bob have been my neighbors for 23 years. I will always remember our many nights spent talking and playing with Tucker.

Charlie and Coleen Slichter

January 20, 2023

For my Aunt Karen, the days of illness, pain and suffering have come to an end. May you be at peace as you reach your final heavenly destination, as you will not walk alone. My heartfelt sympathies to your sister, Brett, Jodi and families.

Jeffrey L George

January 20, 2023

Aunt Karen may you rest peacefully now and knowing you are no longer suffering and in Gods hands with Bobby is a blessing. Hope you are with all of our family in heaven and blessings and prayers to Brett and Jodi.

Jen Kepne

January 20, 2023

Karen, your sweet laughter and funny stories and kindness will be so missed. I am so glad to have had you and Bob in my life. I will miss you both terribly. Rest easy now.

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