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Karen Osborne Obituary

OSBORNE Karen J. Osborne, 57, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2010 after a very brave struggle. Karen was preceded in death by her Dad and Mom, Fred M. Dotson Sr. and Emma Jean Dotson from Tyler County, WV. Karen leaves behind her son Steve E. Malicki, Jr. and wife Misty, a precious grandson and beautiful granddaughter, 3 brothers, 2 nephews, 1 niece, and many special relatives and dear friends. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 27, 2010 in the chapel of Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made in Karen's name to Community PedsCare at Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257. Arrangements under the direction and care of ETERNITY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Mar. 26, 2010.

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Iva Capps

April 7, 2010

Steve,
Your mom was a wonderful friend to us all. I will always treasure my memories of my visits with her. She has passed to you and your family the love and blessings that a mother could ever give. She will be in my heart forever. I will truely miss her.

Jean & David Rolke

April 4, 2010

Steve, may your mom's lovely smile always remain in the hearts of all who knew her! We knew Karen from many years ago at Mandarin United Methodist CHurch. She will be greatly missed. And may God bless you, your wife, and child.

Diane Ste-Marie

April 2, 2010

Steve, I worked with your mother for many years at Citistreet and came to cherish her as a good friend. She was always smiling and so cheerful, it was impossible not to feel the same way while being around her. I was so sorry to hear that she had passed away and have thought of her often since then. In one memory in particular, Karen took me as her date to the Citistreet Christmas party because contractors were not invited. I still have the picture that was taken of the two of us. She will remain alive in all of our memories.

Marianne Albury

March 31, 2010

Karen always brought a ray of sunshine to holidays, special occasions, and even Dylan's games. I have so many wonderful memories of family times shared together as "grandmas," as well as friends. Even when Karen wasn't feeling well, she would always call me after a visit at Misty & Steve's to be sure I got home safely. Please let's all keep the good memories alive so Dylan, and then Bailey, can share them with others. I miss Karen very much and she will always have a special place in my heart! Love you all and God bless.

benton keys

March 30, 2010

steve and misty we cared very much for karen, we will miss her very much.and our hearts go out too all of you love aunt dorie and uncle ben

Kenny Christensen

March 30, 2010

God brought our paths together in grade school and what a wonderful and memorable walk we've had. She will always be in my heart and I will never forget the love and kindness you shared with everyone that crossed your path. You were and still are a blessing to all that knew you. I always commented and teased you about having such a good memory because you never forgot birthdays, special events and I could go on forever but now I sit back and think of how many wonderful beautiful memories you left us and now I could go on forever… You and your family will always be in our hearts and will never be forgotten. Thank You Karen for being that special person in my life that gave me so many wonderful memories that I may share with others. I Love You…

Karen Wilkins

March 27, 2010

You are loved and I will never ever forget you my friend. My love and prayers to your Family and Friends. I know now that you are at peace.

March 27, 2010

Steve,
Your Mom was amazing, I have enjoyed our dinners together before she got sick and I was honored when she needed my help and called me, she appreciated everything everyone did for her, she called me an angel but she was the angel, and I will miss her. Keep the memories of your Mom close to your heart, she was a very special lady.
You were very lucky to have such a wonderful Mom. Love Vicki & Jud Litchfield

Tyler Dotson

March 27, 2010

Aunt Karen, I love you lots and will miss you terribly. You will always be in my heart.

Shirley Howard

March 26, 2010

Karen was very special to me, she was a ray of sunshine, and a very dear person. Steve I am so sorry you have loss your mom. You and the family are in my prayers. Shirley Howard (Hopewell, VA).

Linda Cannon

March 26, 2010

KO taught all of us so much about life and especially unconditional love. Every life she touched was better for having known her. I'm grateful she was in my life. I will miss her tremendously.

Robin Albury-Lisa

March 26, 2010

Steve,
You're in our thoughts and prayers. I know this must be an incredibly difficult time and we're here for all of you. I'm sorry we can't be there tomorrow! Your mom was always so nice to me and I know how much she loved Dylan & Bailey. I hope all the precious memories bring you some peace.
Love, Kitty & Andrew

Scott Albury

March 26, 2010

Karen always seemed to be in a good mood. She loved her grandkids so much. I know we all will miss her but we have a lot of good memories. She was never afraid of hard work and only wanted the best for her family. I think she taught us a lot about life. God love her. Love, Scott & Carol

Mike Wyland

March 26, 2010

Sorry to hear of your loss Steve, Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Mike,Kathy,Nick,Ashley

Jean Erie

March 26, 2010

I'll always remember Karen's smile. I'll will miss seeing and talking with her. I feel blessed to have known her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family. God Bless

CATHY ELKINS

March 26, 2010

STEVE
our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. our thoughts & prayers are with you.

CATHY & PAU L

Linda Taylor

March 26, 2010

I will miss you, dear friend! 40 years of friendship was such a blessing! Please know your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

March 26, 2010

I wish so much that I could be at the Memorial Service to give my respects to Karen. Living in California, it will be impossible to attend. Karen's family should be SO proud of Karen. A lot of people loved her and respected her for the person she was. I will miss our friendship and will always remember Karen. I know in my heart that Karen is with our Lord. My prayers go out to Karen's Family and friends. You are loved Karen!

March 26, 2010

Steve,
May you find comfort and strength in the wonderful memories you shared with your mother. You are in my prayers.
Love Always,
Debbie Royal

Chasey Carlson

March 26, 2010

Steve, Misty, Dylan, Bailey and family,

We had the pleasure of knowing Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hold tight to memories for comfort.
May you take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you.

Peace, prayers and blessings,
Woody, Chasey, Nick, Tommy and Fiona ?

Peggy Hall

March 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Danielle Beckley

March 26, 2010

XoXoXoXo to a wonderful Aunt, Mother, Friend & one of the wisest woman I knew, Karen!

Danielle Mudd-Beckley

March 26, 2010

Karen, You were such an amazing person. You had a heart of gold and full of love for everyone that crossed paths with you. I just know you are safe and enjoying heaven with my grandma Pearl. I just know you both are looking down over all of us guiding us thru the days as you did when you were here. You will be greatly missed & always remembered. Thank you for all your inspiration and laughs you brought to me and my family. With lots of love, Danielle Beckley

Renee' Lewis

March 26, 2010

I have had the pleasure of knowing Karen for over twenty years. Karen was an Angel on Earth and she is now an Angel in Heaven. She was a wonderful Friend, who was always positive and upbeat. Karen fought a long and painful battle. I will always miss her.
Love, Renee' and Dan Lewis

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