I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Karen. I was notified of her passing by Karen Hjort (Gerber), an inseparable friend of Karen’s. Karen was a couple years behind me at the University of Toronto when she and I were studying music. We both played in the University Orchestra and the Concert Band. She played French Horn and I played trombone. We were all friends of Ted Gugula, a violinist/violist.

I remember Karen as a very bubbly and friendly music student. She always seemed to be full of life and laughter and we all had some great times together. After graduation, I heard about her from Karen Hjort and followed the Orford Quartet and her marriage to Andrew through the years.

I would like to express my gratitude for having known Karen and my condolences to Andrew and the rest of the family.

Dr. David W. Roe Now living in Chester, Nova Scotia