Karen L. Johnson

Karen Johnson Obituary

ALBANY Karen L. Johnson, 56, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2005 at Albany Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born on January 17, 1949 in Albany to Rosalie (Williams) Bigger and the late John Rollin. She worked as a law department document specialist for the NYS Department of Consumer Fraud in Albany for 32 years before retiring in March of 2003. Karen was a loving and devoted wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and best friend. She enjoyed making candy and baking cookies for her family and enjoyed traveling. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary Chapter 10. In addition to her mother, Karen is survived by her husband of 37 years, Herbert Johnson; her daughter, Lenise M. Johnson; her son, Lawrence H. (Christie) Johnson Sr.; eight grandchildren, Kierra, Kareem, Kylia, Kajanee, Lawrence H. Jr., Kemani, Khasiyah and Jada; eight sisters, Zany Johnson, Denise Harris, Lenora Satterwhite, Marva Bigger, Roseann Crayon, Consuela Valazquez, Susan Rollin and Denise Watson; two brothers, Harvey Bigger Jr. and John Rollin Jr.; two aunts, Elizabeth Twiggs and Frances Poole; two sisters-in-law, Inez Williams and Rosa Johnson; a brother-in-law, Kenneth Johnson; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.). A calling hour will precede the service from 5 to 6 p.m.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Karen Johnson

14 Entries

Ruby L. Pearson

February 9, 2005

To the family of Karen L. Johnson,

My deepest sympathy to the family, when Karen worked with the Attorney General Office, Karen was a friend we would chat about different things, Karen would tell me about her family, especially Lenise and Larry, she was very close with her children, and she just adored all her grandchildren, When Karen showed me pictures of Lenise's wedding, Larry's son, Karen was so happy and proud like a mother should be. Karen and I talked about her trips down south and Karen would say it was hot. Karen was such a beautiful person, very caring, I admired Karen she was strong and always kept that smile. I will miss Karen, those wonderful memories of Karen will be close to my heart. God will take care of all you. Just keep him close to your heart.

Nina Livingston

February 9, 2005

Rosalie,and family Karen was a wonderful girl,I so sorry,she will be sadly missed stay strong.She always had a beautiful smile.

Kimberly Joos

February 8, 2005

Karen was a wonderful person to work with at Consumer Frauds when I was there. She always made me laugh and she was a kind, loving shoulder to lean on when you needed one. My heart goes out to the Johnson family as well as all of her loved ones. See you in heaven, Karen...

With sympathy,

Rita Matthews

February 8, 2005

To the Family:

I want to extend my deepest sympathy upon the loss of your loved one. May God bless you all and take you through this most difficult time. Rest in peace Karen.

Valecia Parker

February 8, 2005

Lenise & Larry-

I'm so sorry for your loss. Karen was a wonderful mother & grandmother. God bless.

Joyce Brown

February 8, 2005

I'm sorry for your loss. Your in my prayers.

sherrie harper-diggs

February 7, 2005

karen was a very delightful person and caring always had a smile on her face and saying something to make me laugh.

she was a good patient.

may God comfort The Johnson family.

sherrie

Boy Scout Troop 33

February 7, 2005

We remember your days as a member and Chairman of the Troop 33 parents committee. They were good times. You will be missed. You helped many boys in the troop grow to be better men.

Curtis & Debra Poole

February 7, 2005

To the Johnson Family,

Our prayers are with you. We love you we are all family. Karen was like a second mother to my son as her son is a second son to us and a strong and meaning relationship was built between our families. Karen was getting tried and God found it time for her to get some needed rest. Family stay strong your mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, etc. is at peace now and will always be watching over all of you. Keep her smiling.

Heather Bowden

February 7, 2005

With deepest sympathy.

Willie Ross

February 7, 2005

To: Herbert,the children

It sadden me greatly to hear of Karen's passing on to be with the Lord. I just want to encouage your hearts and let you know that the Bible comforts us by letting us know that "when we are absent from the body we are present with the Lord."

Herbert "be strong in the Lord and the power of His might." I pray that God will strengthen you and your children during this most difficult period.

We all have memories of those times we shared with Karen in school and in the neighborhood. I will miss her but thank God for the memories.

May the Peace of God guard your hearts and minds forever and ever Amen.

Ericka McGhee

February 7, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Tricia Grayton and family. May God be with you during this most difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Joyce D Williams

February 6, 2005

Some times death is harsh and bitter, as we grieve the death of a loved one. Find stength in knowing that Karen is at peace and has gone to live eternally in a place prepared especially for her by the One who made her.

Family stay focused on Christ and you will see Karen again keep hold to God's unchanging hand and He will bring you through.

Love in Jesus,

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