On October 3rd 2008 at 10:33 PM Susan Rita Karens [nee Pellizzon] completed her journey home. She has gone ahead to prepare the way for her husband and spiritual partner of seven years, Christopher Harris; mother and father; Frank and Maggie Pellizzon; sister Jackie Phillips, her husband Walter, and their boys, Conner and Parker and the pooches Smudge and Murphy. She is also survived by her birding and painting buddies (brothers) Ed and Greg, his partner Debbie Drover and all of the relatives in Holland and Italy.
During the last twenty months Susan provided for all who knew her with an example of what commitment, perseverance, courage, love and the power of belief truly means. In the face of overwhelming odds Susan never wavered from the stand she chose and the vision she beheld.
Her journey and spiritual transformation will be remembered forever. To the family and many friends, colleagues and associates whose lives Susan touched, know that her spirit is still with us as it will be until all who follow greet her once again as we complete our own journeys home. Many kind thanks to everyone who supported and encouraged Susan during this time. The love that you all shared with her has been invaluable.
A Celebration of Susan’s life will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Vancouver & Johnson St., at 10:00 AM on Friday, October the 10th. Tea, coffee and refreshments will be served during the reception that is to follow. Please do not send flowers but do donate a charitable contribution to Victoria Hospice, 1952 Bay Street, Victoria BC, V8R 1J8, The Canadian Cancer Society, 750 Hillside Ave., Victoria BC, V8T 1Z4 or BC Cancer Society, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria BC, V8R 6V5 or a charitable organization of your choice if desired.
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