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Karen E. Yantz
April 19, 1952 ~ June 24, 2016 (age 64) 64 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Ruby ( Robinson ) Farmer
July 8, 2016 6:46 PM
From the first time I remember meeting Karen, and every subsequent time, she always had that big smile, a warm hug and kind words. Feeling privileged for the photos she took for me, so many years ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you Jim.
A candle was lit by Ruby Farmer
on July 8, 2016 6:38 PM
Message from Marion & Art Santini
July 2, 2016 4:33 PM
Jim, our thoughts and prayers are sent , it's much too early to lose Karen, joy to the wonderful memories of her. Please call us (585-223-2158)to stay in contact, and if we can help in any way...
Message from Diane Vendel (Engels)
July 1, 2016 7:00 PM
My thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. I knew Karen years ago when we all lived on Plank Road. She was a loving and caring person then, I'm sure she was even more so through out her life
A candle was lit by Diane Vendel (Engels)
on July 1, 2016 6:58 PM
A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on July 1, 2016
To Cookie, Ann , Jim , and John . My heart and thoughts are with you and Karen. My prayers are also with you and all of your families . I wish I could be there with you. With love, Ann Cullen
Message from Joelle Hendrick (Joey)
June 30, 2016 9:25 PM
Karen will always be in my heart as a special childhood friend. Treking through Mendon Ponds, getting soaked and then sitting by the fire and sharing the great Terrano repasts were wonderful times. As an adult, I was touched to be able to read the beautiful poems Karen created. I am grateful for being able to see the patient, generous and caring person into whom she fully blossomed.
My deepest sympathies to family and friends who miss her beautiful soul in this life.
Love,
Joey
My deepest sympathies to family and friends who miss her beautiful soul in this life.
Love,
Joey
A candle was lit by Joelle Hendrick (Joey)
on June 30, 2016 9:06 PM
Message from Sherman Yates
June 30, 2016 8:32 AM
You always had a smile and kind words for me and the officers when stopping in at the highway department. You will be greatly missed and know that it's people like you that made so many others a better person for having known you. Sherman Yates, Chief of Police
A candle was lit by Sherman Yates and all of us at the Palmyra Police Department
on June 30, 2016 8:26 AM
Message from robin
June 29, 2016 5:03 PM
My life has been enriched from being friends with Karen in my life. Karen had some limitation in her life and could not accomplish everything she dreamed of. But she always encouraged me to go for my dreams even with my limitations in my life. Looking back I was able to travel to Australia and adopt to beautiful girls and I did much more with Karen’s support.
I also remember her love for one book that we talked about often was the Harry Potter series. I am not a great reader but she encouraged me to read Harry Potter. I know she was trying to get me to practice reading but I honestly did not like to read. I told her that I started reading Harry Potter but I actually went and bought audiotapes and listen to the series. She laughed and said well that’s another way to read them. But it gave us a lot more to talk about and to connect with. When the movies came out we always went together to see them.
There was one time Karen was in the hospital getting hip replacement and we ordered the DVD I believe is the second book. Since she was in the hospital she asked me to pick up her DVD. I made arrangements with her for that Friday night to pick up dinner for the both of us a fish fry and eat it in her hospital room. I pulled out the DVD and she said to me well thanks very much for picking it up. But I know what was going through her mind what am I gonna do with it in the hospital there is nothing to watch it on. When she did not know in my other hand behind my back was a portable DVD player when I pulled it out. Her face just split up she was so excited to watch Harry Potter. I’ll never forget that smile on her face.
Karen love the simple things it was easy to please. A few of her favorite thing are roses, baking, photography, animals, writing poetry, kids and her love for her family and friends.
She will be dearly missed
I also remember her love for one book that we talked about often was the Harry Potter series. I am not a great reader but she encouraged me to read Harry Potter. I know she was trying to get me to practice reading but I honestly did not like to read. I told her that I started reading Harry Potter but I actually went and bought audiotapes and listen to the series. She laughed and said well that’s another way to read them. But it gave us a lot more to talk about and to connect with. When the movies came out we always went together to see them.
There was one time Karen was in the hospital getting hip replacement and we ordered the DVD I believe is the second book. Since she was in the hospital she asked me to pick up her DVD. I made arrangements with her for that Friday night to pick up dinner for the both of us a fish fry and eat it in her hospital room. I pulled out the DVD and she said to me well thanks very much for picking it up. But I know what was going through her mind what am I gonna do with it in the hospital there is nothing to watch it on. When she did not know in my other hand behind my back was a portable DVD player when I pulled it out. Her face just split up she was so excited to watch Harry Potter. I’ll never forget that smile on her face.
Karen love the simple things it was easy to please. A few of her favorite thing are roses, baking, photography, animals, writing poetry, kids and her love for her family and friends.
She will be dearly missed
Message from robin
June 29, 2016 5:01 PM
Try to Remember
They say God does thing in a mysterious way
So why He took Karen no one can say
But it’s all in His plan, much to our dismay
And I hope the plan eases as you live day to day
I want to express my sympathy
But I know not the grief you feel
A wife is the closest friend you can have
And I will your loss is painfully real
Try to remember the beautiful woman
One to whom children meant so much
She gives of herself, her love and her kindness
And she knows that their hearts she truly did touch
Try to remember Karen as you knew her
That wonderful laugh and that smile so fine
She’ll always be with you, tucked in your memory
Ready to share a happier time
God in His infinite wisdom has taken
Someone you love sweet and true
I hope you find comfort and knowing the future
will bring happy memories back unto you
With Deepest Sympathy
By Karen Yantz
They say God does thing in a mysterious way
So why He took Karen no one can say
But it’s all in His plan, much to our dismay
And I hope the plan eases as you live day to day
I want to express my sympathy
But I know not the grief you feel
A wife is the closest friend you can have
And I will your loss is painfully real
Try to remember the beautiful woman
One to whom children meant so much
She gives of herself, her love and her kindness
And she knows that their hearts she truly did touch
Try to remember Karen as you knew her
That wonderful laugh and that smile so fine
She’ll always be with you, tucked in your memory
Ready to share a happier time
God in His infinite wisdom has taken
Someone you love sweet and true
I hope you find comfort and knowing the future
will bring happy memories back unto you
With Deepest Sympathy
By Karen Yantz
Message from Mike Boesel
June 29, 2016 3:01 PM
Karen, you left your mark in more ways than one down here at the Palmyra Highway Department and none of us will never forget you. We will live by your words and cherish the fun times and good memories. Please watch over us all and help guide us. May you rest in peace. With Love, your friend, Mike Boesel.
A candle was lit by Mike Boesel and the entire Palmyra Highway Department crew
on June 29, 2016 2:51 PM
A candle was lit by Robin ,Jenaye ,Alia Greenlee
on June 29, 2016 9:57 AM
A candle was lit by Robin ,jenaye,Alia Greenlee
on June 29, 2016 8:40 AM
A candle was lit by Nancy Miller
on June 28, 2016 10:32 AM
A candle was lit by Tom Ainsworth & Vicki Ochenrider
on June 28, 2016 10:31 AM
A candle was lit by Ron Yantz Brother in Law
on June 28, 2016 10:29 AM
A candle was lit by Mom Yantz
on June 28, 2016 10:28 AM
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