May 8, 1955 – April 13, 2013
After a 10 month struggle with leukemia Karen lost her battle and left us to join her father, Hugh. Karen is also predeceased by her niece Miranda; nephew, Wesley; Uncle, Art; sister-in-law, Charlene and George Friesen.
She leaves her devoted partner of 22 years, Al Bodiou; mother, Margaret; children, Quenton (Andrea) and Monica (Greg); brothers, Don (Michelle) and Gordie( Julie); nieces and nephews, Adam, Niomi, Robin, Christina and Angie; stepdaughter, Tricia (Mike); and granddaughters, Samantha, Vanessa, Rachel, Kristie and Rebecca; She is also survived by, John Danvers; and aunt, Mavis.
Born in North Battleford, SK, she quickly left to go overseas with her mom and dad. Her first 10 years were spent in England and abroad. While in England the family took holidays and trips, including the Stonehenge as indicated in the picture above. Later in life Karen expressed that the Stonehenge was her favourite of all places on earth. Upon returning to Canada, her family settled in Victoria (Belmont Park) where she attended elementary school followed by Vic High.
A long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Prince Edward Branch #91, Karen will always be remembered as the lady who always had a smile and a kind word. As an employee of the Deli Department, Karen was loved and admired all by the staff at the Superstore.
A special thank you to the VGH Leukemia Clinic, Victoria Cancer Clinic, Hospice and Palliative Care Nurses; as well as Dr. Power and Dr. Bos. Also not to be forgotten are all the people that came out to the fundraiser to help Karen in such a difficult time. With a special mention to the deli workers at Superstore and various Legion members and friends, Don and Denise Voysey; Ron and Colleen Gunter; Lenora Peatt and Teresa Claus.
A celebration of Karen’s life will be held at The Royal Canadian Legion, Prince Edward Branch #91, 761 Station Ave on May 4, 2013 from 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Society.
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Margaret & family -My deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear daughter. God bless you all.
My Deepest Sympathy to all of Karen’s family. I’m Karen’s cousin but never really got to know her. I remember meeting her when we were both 10 or 11 years old. When her family moved from England they stopped by our home in Ontario. After they left our home and move to Victoria, Karen and I wrote letters to each other for a while. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and always. Rest in peace Karen.
Deepest sympathy to Al B. and Karen’s family. Karen was the sweetest lady I ever met. Every time I play the ” other” team I will be thinking of her. You will be sorely missed. Godspeed.
My condolences to Al & Karen’s family. Karen will be sorely missed on July 1st long weekends & many a Labour Day. Her smile will be missed like the sun shining on a ball field. So Sorry Al.
Al, we are so truly sorry for your loss. Karen has touched us all in a very special way. She will be remembered, in our hearts & our memories. I close my eyes & I see her smiling.
Al and family,
Karen will be sorely missed by all who knew her. She had the brightest smile and so friendly to all. Rest in Peace Karen
Al, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Karen’s family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Karen.
Al and family
Karen was like a ray of sunshine on a dark day.I loved her dearly and will miss her greatly.I’m so sorry for your loss.
Linda said it all. She will be so very missed for sure. Our hearts are with you all.
Sincerest Condolences to you Al, and to Karen’s Family. All my fondest memories of Karen will be held close and dearly, she was one of kind, one of the kindest and thoughtful person in our lives. She will be sorely missed, and any time the song of When I’m Sixty-four plays, she will be strong on our minds and in our hearts, and the ballfields has lost one of it’s biggest Fans. Godspeed.