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Karen Murnane-Kuhn Obituary
Sept. 4, 1962 - Jan. 4, 2013 NEW CARLISLE - Karen Marie Murnane-Kuhn, 50, of New Carlisle, IN, passed away at 2:30 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2013, in Hospice House. Karen was born on September 4, 1962, in Evergreen Park, IL, to Robert J. Murnane Sr. and June R. (Schweig) Murnane, and had lived in New Carlisle the majority of her life. On August 4, 1990, in the New Carlisle Community Church, she married Arthur J. Kuhn, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Ryan Hurd of New Carlisle, IN, and Anthony Kuhn of New Carlisle, IN; three sisters, Sandra Mawhinnie of Tinley Park, IL, Sharon Nelson of New Carlisle, IN, and Deborah Jellison of Mishawaka, IN; and by one brother, Robert J. (Jacqueline) Murnane Jr. of LaPorte, IN. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Robert J. and June R. Murnane Sr. Funeral services will be held at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013, in the Community Baptist Church, 5715 Miami Street, South Bend, IN 46614. Friends may call from 3:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the church. Karen was a former member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and a current member of Community Baptist Church. She was a nouthetic counselor, a mentor, and cared for her fellow man's spiritual wellbeing deeply. She loved cooking, visiting with friends and family, and random remodeling projects. Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Baptist Church for Christian Counseling. Kaniewski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. To send online condolences, please visit Kaniewski.com.
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LeAnn Day
January 8, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Karen. I will be thinking and praying for all of the family.
Denise Runnels
January 8, 2013
Karen will always be my oldest & dearest friend!! We shared many great times, together. She was more like a sister to me, than a friend, & I will miss you, always... My thoughts & prayers go to Art, Ryan, A.J. & the rest of her wonderful famiy!!! Love you all!! Denise Blackston-Runnels
James Wright
January 8, 2013
Our prayers go out to the family for comfort and peace, Aunt Karen will be missed here on earth, but we know she is finally home now. "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus" Philippians 3:14
January 7, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Karen and even though I was not fortunate enough to have known her personally she definitely had a very special kind spirit. My prayers and thoughts are with everyone she touched. May your hearts be lifted from during this very difficult time knowing how she blessed so many lives. God Bless you all.
January 7, 2013
I sang at Karens wedding and met my future husband there so we consider there marriage very special to us. Karen was a very sweet person and I feel blessed having known her.God bless Jean and Tom Litwicki
Sue (Croumlich) Thompson
January 7, 2013
Your family is in our prayers during this difficult time. I graduated with Karen and have memories of a very sweet girl whom I'm sure grew into a caring and kind woman. Carter appreciates A.J.'s friendship and basketball playing time, and our family is very sorry for your pain and loss. God bless you all with comfort, strength and peace.
KAREN BLACKSTON-INGOLE
January 7, 2013
I'm so very sorry to hear about Karen. What a wonderful person she was. I can remember her growing up and her and Neice playing. Now her and Sis can have a good talk. My thoughts are with you all.
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