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Kara Kovlakas Obituary
Kara Kathleen Kovlakas, 32, wife of Andy Kovlakas, of Trumbull, passed on Thursday, October 13 th at home. She was born on October 14, 1983, in Norwalk, CT, the daughter of Margaret Morrow and the late Bruce Morrow. Kara graduated from Norwalk High School in 2001, she received a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Arizona in 2005 and a Master's degree in Teaching from Sacred Heart University in 2010. Kara spent the last 11 years as an elementary school teacher at Marvin Elementary in Norwalk. She truly loved guiding and teaching young people in the community she grew up in. Kara spent every spare minute with her beautiful children and family who she cherished. Kara was the brightest light in any room with the most amazing smile and she will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Andy Kovlakas of Trumbull and their children, Aydan and Ari, her mother, Margaret Morrow of Norwalk, five sisters, Kimberly Abbazia (Joesph) of Cos Cob, Stephanie Peckham (Gray) of Fairfield, Lauren Shrage (Robert) of Trumbull, Kyle DiScala (George) of Norwalk, Jenna Garry (Brian) of Norwalk. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her father, Bruce Morrow and her maternal and paternal grandparents. Friends may call, Monday from 4 pm to 8 pm at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Ave., Norwalk, CT. A funeral service will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 am in St. George's Church, 238 West Rocks Rd., Norwalk, CT. Burial will be private. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to a GoFundMe website set up in Kara's honor by the Norwalk Police Union. (www.gofundme.com/karakovlakas)
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Memories and Condolences
for Kara Kovlakas
New Canaan, Ct resident
October 10, 2023
I think of you often.
Blessings to your family...
Sincerely,
New Canaan resident
October 12, 2022
May God continue to
bring comfort to your
family.
May you rest in eternal
peace.
Sincerely,
New Canaan resident
October 10, 2021
I was thinking of you just
the other day...
May God continue to
bless you and your
family.
October 10, 2019
I think of you often. May God continue to comfort your family and may you rest
in peace.
Unknown Unknown
June 26, 2018
Mrs. Kovlakas was once my third grade teacher. I had her the year she had her last baby. Though my time with her was short the memories were one of my best. Now knowing that my brother is about to go into third grade it saddens me that he will never know or have this wonderful teacher, mom and friend both me and my older brother did. Though many will think of me as her student and Mrs Kovlakas as my teacher.Deep down I think of her as my friend... a TRUE friend. I hope all of us in our hearts will remember Kara Kovlakas.
Vanessa Gall
November 27, 2016
My heart breaks for all of you. I know how close you all are. This is such a tragedy! I have known you Margaret, my whole life. I know how much you love all your girls and I truly can't imagine the pain you and your girls are going through right now. I will pray for your strength and healing. I will say extra prayers for her two babies that are, without a doubt, missing their mommy. God bless all of you. My deepest condolences. Heaven has reclaimed one of its angels. We love you all, The Gall, Andre & McConnell family
October 26, 2016
Margaret and family - I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine..... My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Roper
John Keogh
October 23, 2016
To Kara's family: I am so sorry for your loss - I remember when she began her teaching career at Marvin and I was working in the central office - she impressed me as a hard-working and talented young teacher who would serve Norwalk's children well. May God grant her eternal rest and give you many great memories of her all too short time on Earth.
Erica Passman
October 21, 2016
Andy and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss that you and your family have encountered. Our deepest prayers and condolences.
Katie Zera
October 20, 2016
It has taken me time to think of words to express my heart break over the loss of Kara. I feel so honored to have worked closely with Kara for the short time I was with the Marvin family. She was one of the first people to welcome me in and truly show genuine interest in who I am. I will never forget her huge smile and gentle spirit. My heart is with her loving family, our Marvin School family and all that have been touched by such an incredible person.
KH
October 19, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy on your immeasurable loss. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14. May the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow.
mildred dumont
October 18, 2016
Andy words can not express the sadness I have in my heart for you, your children family and friends. May she Rest In Peace Love Mildred Dumont ( MiMi )
Peggy Rice
October 18, 2016
Dear Andy: I cannot find the words to express my deepest sympathy to you and your babies on the loss of Kara. You are in my heart and prayers. Take advantage of Todd and Kimmi's offer of help. God bless you and your family.
LindaAnn LICARI
October 18, 2016
my thoughts and prayer for the family and friends of this wonderful woman God Bless you all. sincerely Linda-Ann Licari
Sandra Bria
October 18, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Jodi S.
October 18, 2016
Ther are no words. We are all in shock. We are praying for you all at this unbearable time of sorrow.
October 18, 2016
Dear Kara,
You were a special light as a teacher to our chidlren, Aidan and Eddie. Every day we had the opportunity to be with you, you shined with your energy, enthusiasm, and love of children. We are thinking of you all!
With love,
Eddie, Aidan, Jen and Ed Panian
Liz Savvidis
October 17, 2016
My deepest condolences to the entire family and extended friends. No words can describe a loss.
Andy , I am truly sorry. God bless u all through this difficult time .
Frances C. Uva
October 17, 2016
Dear Morrow and Kovlakas Families, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Kara. I did not know her but I was moved to tears when I heard about her passing. May God comfort all of you in this time of extreme sorrow. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
Felicia Hicks
October 17, 2016
My Condolences To The Famly
Mike Marino
October 17, 2016
Andy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and keep you close.
Sincerely,
Mike Marino
Marcella Iacono
October 17, 2016
So very sorry , prayers for all, and for you beautiful angel!
Joyce & Max Guardado
October 17, 2016
Mrs.K helped my son through some difficult times,
I pray the Lord holds your family close to him
I am writing this still in disbelief hoping to wake up and find it was only a bad dream. Your family
Is in our thoughts and prayers.
May she rest in peace.
Andy & Meghan Hibbert
October 17, 2016
Andy & the entire family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
October 17, 2016
To family and friends:
Please remember the good times you've shared with Kara and may God continue to bring comfort to you.
DJ
Phylis Byington
October 17, 2016
Andy I am Deeply Sorry for your loss, please know my prayers are with you and the children and also the Morrow Family , such a beautiful person and loved by many many people, May she Rest In Peace In The Arms Of The Lord.
Scotty & Noelle Nails
October 17, 2016
Andy, Ari, Aydan & the Morrow family, With our sincere condolences. Lifting you in prayer and trusting that God will comfort you during this most difficult time.
James Cortina
October 17, 2016
Sorry for your loss Andy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Diana Jimenez
October 17, 2016
RIP Mrs K.
Frank Ryan
October 16, 2016
Andy, so sorry for your loss. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 16, 2016
Prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
-Matt and Karey
Missy Dumont Cianciullo
October 16, 2016
Andy words can not express the sadness I have in my heart for you, your children family and friends. I can only keep you in my thoughts and prayers. You and your family are loved by so many and we all will continue to hold u close to our hearts... all my love Missy Dumont Cianciullo
Stuart Schwengerer
October 16, 2016
Andy,
Jess and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts.
David Orr
October 16, 2016
So sorry for your loss, Andy. We will be here for you whenever and whatever you and the kids need. I'll be praying for you everyday.
Sue and Mark Watson
October 16, 2016
To Andy and family, our deepest condolences to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family.
Margaret Amato
October 16, 2016
To the Kovlakas family our thoughts and prayers are with you also to her Mother Margaret we send you our love
Despina Karakasidis
October 16, 2016
To Andy and the Morrow Family, you have our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
The Karakasidis Family
October 16, 2016
I sit here in disbelief at the news of Kara's passing.
She was so caring .bright ,lovely and so many attributes.
I would like to say to her Mom and Sisters that I will miss her and hope you can get through this very trying time.Be strong , I think that is what she would want.
My deepest sympathies to all.
Joe Tucci
Catherine Saldana
October 15, 2016
Andy, Ari, Aydan & the Morrow girls, my heart goes out to each of you, Kara left us way to soon, she will be another Angel looking down on us, she is already missed & could never be replaced. R.I.P Kara
October 15, 2016
To Andy, your family and the Morrow family. Iam so so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Cindy Woodger
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