Andy, Debra and Tammy, I cannot express adequately how sad and sorry I am for learning of Karen’s struggle with cancer and its ultimate victory. So lovely, so effervescent, so caring, so giving, so talented….too young.

Although miles and time separated us we kept contact and always with plans of getting together. Sometimes we did. She was a good friend and there when I needed her most. She was always as close as a thought.

Richard and I send our sympathy and our wishes for the treasuring of her life in your time of sorrow. In a while a little scar tissue will form over this gaping wound but for now, you share in the pain and grow stronger in the support of each other. You have her gracious spirit to nurture you as you continue to nurture those she loved.

With fond memories, Collene and Richard Sand