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Jill Keir
August 30, 2014
Jim, Derek, Jacob and Sam,
I worked with Karen years ago in the Anoka County Attorney's Office. I had the opportunity to meet you all briefly. I was thinking about Karen today, as I often do, when I suddenly felt the need to leave a little message. I will always remember Karen's wonderful sense of humor, determination and integrity. I am certain that her love for each of you continues to grow with every breath you take. Karen brought such joy to the world and she continues to share that joy through each of you. Karen inspires me to be a better person every day.
Adria Zeldin
December 26, 2007
I just learned of Karen's death today and am so so sorry to hear the sad news. I knew Karen at EEOC and always admired her strength and spirit! My thoughts are with her family at this time.
James Griffin
December 15, 2007
Yesterday, December 14th, I learned of Karen's death. I take this news with great sadness. I knew Karen when I practiced criminal defense law in Alexandria, Virginia from 1988 to 2004. I enjoyed her presence personally and working with her in the profession was a pleasure. I can see from reading the notice that her three sons have a broad and loving base of family support. You are all in my prayers.
Barb & Bud Sagen (Goodman)
December 6, 2007
To: Vernon & Marlys:
We were so sorry to hear of your loss of your lovely young daughter, Karen. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this sad time.
Dan & Deb Lundberg
December 1, 2007
Dear Walden and Saxhaug Families,
We have known Karen since we were teens. Though contacts have been few over the years, I think we all counted each other as friends. Karen was a beautiful person.We will miss her too. You are all in our prayers.
kevin wrolstad
November 30, 2007
please except hy sorrow fr you and your family. i am so sorry
Joann O'Leary
November 28, 2007
What a loss to the world. I will keep your family in my prayers.
John Halvorson
November 28, 2007
Jim,
Please accept our condolences and may God bless you and your family.
Lt. Col. & Mrs. (Ann Brandau) John Halvorson
(Hamline Law School Class of 1986)
George Realmuto
November 28, 2007
May you find strength from the support of loved ones in this difficult time.
Morris Moriwaki
November 28, 2007
With our most heartfelt sympathies, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult times.
Diana Beatty-Kuopus
November 27, 2007
To the Saxhaug and Walden families,
Karen and I were good friends many years ago in high school and although we connected rarely since college, she will always be in my heart. I was fortunate to have spoken with her this past summer and my thoughts have been with her and her family since. She was a warm and loving person. My deepest sympathy.
Chad Shilson
November 27, 2007
The Walden Family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Osseo Youth Wrestling
Allison Nemanic Goulson
November 27, 2007
To the Saxhaug and Walden families-
I went to High School with Karen amd though we didn't keep in touch over the years I remember her as a fun loving and kind person. I was fortunate to reconnect with her when Karen moved back to Minnesota and brought her children to the clinic I worked at. Karen was a great mother and I know she loved her children dearly. May your memories help you through the difficult days ahead. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Henke Family
November 27, 2007
Dear Walden Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dean, Donna, Lauren and Danielle
Tanya Olson
November 26, 2007
Dear Jim, Derek,Jacob and Sam,
Our love goes out to you and your family. Peace to you during this time.
The Olson Family (Andrew, Tanya and Aaron)
Wendy Mahoney
November 26, 2007
To the Saxhaug and Walden Family,
Karen was an awesome woman of God. Her faith and spirit touched many people including me. I know she is missed tremendously. As God strengthened you all during this journey, He shall continue to provide the strength to get through this day by day.
May God be with you all.
John Gunderson
November 26, 2007
Dear Jim,Derek,Jacob,& Sam,
I read with sadness of the passing of Karen.I will always remember her dedication to her family and the support that she gave to Rice Lake Elementary School.She was an awesome Virginia Blue Devil! Love, John Gunderson
Janice Allen
November 26, 2007
In an e-mail sent to Anoka County attorney office staff this morning, the chief deputy attorney, speaking for himself and the county attorney, described Karen as a "truly remarkable colleague who has left us, but who shall always be with us as a symbol of courage, dignity, indomitable will, and love of family. We shall miss her, and we are thankful that we have had the good fortune to work alongside her and share her pride in public service." Well said.
Liz Rosado-McGrath
November 26, 2007
Dear Walden Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you take comfort in the company of your friends and family.
Blessings,
Liz and Paul McGrath, Kristina and Alex Rosado
Christopher Watson
November 26, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I had heard about Karen's life and spirit from her sister Deborah and know she will be missed by many.
Kristi Kure
November 26, 2007
Jim & boys ~
Though I've never met you, Karen meant a great deal to me. We went thru school together, Sunday School, church camp, confirmation & graduation. I fortunately in the past years was blessed to reconnect with her. What a joy of a person she always was and has been. My thoughts and prayer are with you as you go through this extremely painful experience. Take it one moment at a time. My tears are for you, for Vern and Marlys and the entire family.
Karen will be missed by so many. God's blessing and peace be with you. This is not easy and my heart goes out to all of you.
In HIS Love, Kristi Kure
Wayne Slater
November 26, 2007
Dear Walden Family,
I received word today via email from Debbie Snell, Washington State, that Karen had passed away.
Karen was an outstanding student and person at Roosevelt High School (Virginia, MN) as were all the Saxhaug children.
She made the world a better place. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shari Enger (Treasurer) Anoka County Employees Club
November 26, 2007
Dear Walden Family,
Our deepest sympathies at the loss of Karen.
Fred & Vickie Tremper
November 26, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Michael Garcia
November 26, 2007
Karen could do whatever she set her mind to, as proven by the short listing of her accomplishments. Daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, friend, the list of how she will be remembered is long. Growing up with her family one knew Karen would go great places and do great things. She will be sadly missed by all who ever came in contact with her. My love goes out to all who knew her.
Shelley Harker
November 26, 2007
Jim, Derek, Jacob and Sam:
There are no words - - Just wanted to send you all a hug and my prayers for legacy of good memories of this incredible mom/wife/friend/professional.
Jessie King
November 25, 2007
Dear Jim, Derek, Jacob and Sam,
I am so sad knowing how difficult this time must be for you all. Karen made me want to be a better teacher and a better mom. She was such a fine example of grace and strength. I am thankful to have learned from her.
Rita Garcia
November 25, 2007
Karen was a terrific kid! She was always strong in her personality and full of energy. My memories of her will always be wonderful and full of smiles. My thoughts are with all of her family.
J. Turner
November 24, 2007
Jim, Derek, Jacob and Sam,
We met Karen for the first time on a sunny October day when Sam was just 4. She was such a smart, warm and funny person..bringing sunshine into the lives of all that met and knew her..just as she did for us that first day.
We send you hugs in your time of sadness. She will be with you every day..and in our hearts forever.
Blessings.
Jim, Jill, Alex and Sydney Turner
Kris Ronyak
November 24, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Seavert
November 24, 2007
Dear Jim, Derek, Jacob and Sam,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time! I'm so honored to have known Karen and it makes me very proud to have experienced her love, courage and faith during these past 3 years! She is and will always remain an inspiration to me. Know I am thinking of you!
Love and God Bless,
Kathy Seavert
Kim, Rick, Sally & Aaron Schulzetenberg
November 24, 2007
Jim and family,
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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