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Karen Bretschneider Obituary
Misa was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in McLean, where she graduated from the Potomac School. Misa received her bachelor's degree with general and special honors in public policy from the University of Chicago and received her law degree with honors from the University of Washington. Misa practiced real estate law in Seattle after her law school graduation.
Private services were held February 17, 2024. Donations in Misa's memory may be made to StompOutBullying.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Bretschneider
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Connie Wright-Zink
April 25, 2024
I am without words. Literally stunned. We are holding you all in the light. Misa was such a part of our lives at Potomac. Warm hugs.
Charles A. Wendel
April 8, 2024
Barry & Keiko, We were saddened to read in yesterday's Post about the loss of your daughter Karen. Our hearts go out to you. With great sympathy, Chuck & Helen Wendel
Pennie Ross
April 7, 2024
My late husband, Jerry, and I have been family friends of Misa and her parents for many years here in McLean. Misa was a beautiful, sweet and intelligent young woman. God must have needed another angel in Heaven when He called Misa home at such a young age. My heart is with Keiko and Barry as they grieve, and I pray that Misa and Jerry have found one another in Heaven.
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