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Karen Lamb Obituary
Karen and George moved to Lopez with the first of their 3 children in 1970 so that Karen could begin her long career in teaching. After moving to Decatur, Karen taught 1/2 days at first from her home for the Lopez school district. George, an excavator, contractor and builder, built the Decatur School in 1980 where she continued teaching till her retirement in 2006.
Karen was a beloved teacher known for her dedication and enthusiasm for learning. She was fond of telling her students "If you aren't kind, you aren't anything " .
She had a real love for history and genealogy. A descendant of John P. and Tacee Reed who settled Decatur in 1869, Karen was very proud of her Tlingit heritage. Tacee Reed was the niece of Tlingit Chief Shakes. Karen published "Native American Wives of San Juan Settlers" in 1994.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, George, daughter Kendra Lamb, daughter Tacee and grandchildren Palace and Jack, her son Reed and daughter in law Colleen and her grandson Everett Morris.
Funeral services for Karen will be at Center Church on Lopez Island, 1p.m. on January 20th. You are welcome to attend and celebrate Karen's memory with us.
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Memories and Condolences
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Shirley J Hughes
January 9, 2023
To the family of Karen Lamb- At Coe College in Cedar Rapis, Iowa where she attended, we always called her Jonesie. I will always remember her sweet spirit I first came to know as we lived in Salter House for freshmen women.
May she rest in peace, but may we always remember her lovely spirit, spunk and infectious laugh.
Fondly,
Shirley J. Hughes
Richard Stanley
January 20, 2022
I send my condolences to George and Family.
Karen or "Jonesey" as those of us who knew her from Coe College days in Fall of 1963, was as true and loving friend as I have ever had. She lived and practiced unconditional love for those she held near and dear. She had a life so well lived. She loved and was loved. I shall miss her very much and shall always be ever so grateful for our 58+ years of mutually committed friendship, respect, and admiration .
"And in the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures.
For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed."--_Kahlil Gibran.
"Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you."
- Shannon Alder.
A memorial tree will be planted in her memory by the Arbor Day folks for a forest in need.
Cynthia (Mickelson) Robinson
January 16, 2022
Dearest George & family, I can´t express my sorrow for your loss.
She will be missed by many loving friends & family.
My fondest memories of my childhood were of Karen & the Jones family on Decatur. Karen was always so happy & kind to all of us, even when we were brats, lol. She had such joy and unconditional love for George and her children & grandchildren.
Karen welcomed everyone with loving arms and was a delight to talk with. I will cherish my memories of my times with Karen.
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