MacNEIL – Karen Lynn, 61, of Liverpool, passed away peacefully at home on December 9th, 2009 surrounded by family and close friends.
Born in Liverpool, she was a d daughter of the late Bertram J. and Pearl M. (Dexter) MacNeil.
Karen worked at Bowater Mersey Paper Company for 30 years in various positions most notably, Secretary to the President. After leaving Bowater she had various other employment opportunities before taking the “plunge” into , what would seem to be “her calling”, a seniors’ boarding home. She truly loved each and every person who made her home theirs. She so enjoyed providing a loving and caring home-like experience for each of her residents. In her spare time she loved tending to her beautiful gardens. She was a member of Arbutus Chapter # 30 Order of the Eastern Star and was past member of the Queens County Garden Club.
She is survived and sadly missed by her only daughter Michele (Darrell) Richards. Grandchildren: Jessica and Justin. Her Brothers: Bertram Jr. “Bert” of Thompson, MN. William “Billy” (Anne) of Conquerall Mills. Nieces Erin, Amber and Melanie. Nephews Tyler and Tyson.
She was predeceased by her brother David.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, where visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. and a memorial service at 2:00 p.m., Sunday December 13th. A private family burial will follow in Zion United Cemetery, Payzant Street. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Queens General Hospital Foundation or to The Lodge That Gives. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Marsha Crawford
Dear Michelle and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mother was a very special and caring person. She was also very brave with her illness and always tried to keep a positive attitude. It was so obvious that she cared deeply for the wellbeing of the people she was looking after when she would pick up prescriptions for them at the store. I will miss her. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Marsha Crawford
doug and sylvia zwicker
We are sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
brian and kim mansfield
prayers are with you all.
Gordon and Anne Peverill
Michelle….We were so very saddened to hear of your Mum’s death. Our deepest sympathies to the family. She will be missed.
Donna & Dave Wamboldt
Dear Michelle & Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Karen certainly will be missed by all. She never walk past us with a smile and hello.
Robert and Sally Fader
Michelle and family:
So sorry to hear of your Mum’s passing. She was a wonderful person and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Paul, Mary Lou and Brandon Smith
Dear Michelle (Darren), Burt, Bill (Anne) and Family,
We were saddenned to learn of Karen’s passing.
Our deepest sympathy, and condolences to you.
May the Blessings Be
Walter&Sherri Miller
Michelle and family:
We are so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing.She was such a caring person and loved her new passion ,Looking after people.She was great at what she did ,as I know from working with some of her clients,they truly loved her.Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Walter & Sherri
Sylvia and George Norman
We remember Karen as a good neighbour when we lived on main Street . Karen will be missed by all who knew her. Sincere condolences. Sylvia and George Norman
Peggy Hatt
I am so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing , she fought a brave battle .I grew up in the same neighborhood with Karen and went to school with her …She was always smiling and we had a lot of fun in the classroom .Her family is in my prayers …She will be missed by many ..
Deb and Chuck Sponagle-Taylor
Michele and Karen’s family and friend’s ,
karen was just that a kind gentle soul and it saddens our hearts to think of her gone but as you will see in time you will find her with you in so many ways.
Karen took such great care of our Dad, Mort and we were forever gratful.
God Bless you all and keep you strong at this sad time. We will rejoice in her life.
Bud & Judy Huey
So sorry to hear of Karen”s passing. Our prayers & thoughts are with you all.
Duane and Elsie Olsen
Michele, Darrell, Jesicca and Justin
Sorry to hear about your mom, wish we were closer,please know our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Christine and Lowell Baker
We are so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all. God Bless.
Sandra Turpin
Dear Michelle and Family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. God Bless.
Mary MacRae
Michelle and Family:
I was so saddened to hear of your Loss, in the weeks and months to come, may you take comfort in all your wonderful memories of her, during her time with us!
Janet Mattatall
To Michelle, Bert, Billy and all family members:
I know of the pain and feeling of loss that you are going through at this difficult time in your lives. Karen was a very caring person and she will be missed by all who knew her. If you need me, I am just a phone call away. Take care of yourselves and God Bless you all. Janet
Michelle Colp and Family
Dear Michelle and Family:
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Nothing can really ever prepare you for this day but remember that you have many friends and family to help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all.
Perry Potter
So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing .She was a very sweet lady and will be missed by all those who knew her..
Jean DesRosiers and Fordney "Bud" Volkmer
We extend to you our deepest condolences on the loss of Karen. Our prayers are with you. May the blessing of Heaven be upon Karen and you.
kendra
So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing .She was a very sweet lady and will be missed by all those who knew her..
Craig Stuart & Maria Labour
Michele & Family….Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Thinking of you and sending our deepest sympathy. Take care.
Jessie,Richard&Pat Conrad
We were very sorry to hear of Karen’s passing.God bless you all in this most difficult time.Thank you all for the wonderful care that Jessie recieved under Karen’s care,Jessie is very saddened and expressed many times of the love and respect she had for your mom Michelle,she loves you all.Please feel free to contact us at any time if there is anything we can do for you. Blessings.
Brenda and Bob Lohnes and Marjorie Conrad
Michele and Family and Debbie
We were saddened to hear of Karen’s passing but relieved that her battle is over and now she is in a better place where there is no more pain or suffering. She took such good care of Mom when she lived with her and I am sure will always be in a special place in Mom’s heart. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time and may it comfort you to know that she made such a difference in so many people’s lives with her caring way. She will never be forgotten.
Tim & Gloria-Stonehaven Lodge
Dear Michelle,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We talked several times during the past 4 years and you could tell she was very passionate about the work she was doing. God Bless.
Lloyd and Barbara Naugler
Michelle and family, We were so very sorry to hear of your Mom”s passing and although she put up a good fight the time came for her to rest in God”s eternal care.I have fond memories of our school days together and will always think fondly of her.God bless you all at this most difficult time.
bev and chris Amirault
so sorry to hear about your mom passing away Michele, I know it will be hard to go through but always remember the memories of your mom that is something you will have to hold on to forever . Our thoughts are with you and your family.
john bain
so saddened to hear of karens passing. she will be missed by many ,but, will always remain in our hearts
Hughina "Hughie" Grant
To all who loved Karen,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of this lovely lady.
Always,
Hughie
Maryann Roy
Dear Michele and family. So sorry about your mom.,Even though she and your dad had divorced many years ago ,we still considered her our sister in law,and we loved her dearly.
Allan & Beth LaRocque
Michelle & Family..we were saddened on hearing of Karen’s passing.She was brave and courageous in fighting her illness and to the end she was dedicated towards my mom and fellow ladies in her care.Rest in peace Karen..Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
Vicki Roach
Michele, Darryl and family… I was saddened to hear of Karen’s passing. I’m so glad I got to spend a bit of time with her when she and Mom were roommates in the hospital. Mom really enjoyed her company. Karen’s spirit and courage shone. She never gave up and that should be an inspiration to all of us.
Stephanie Miller
Michelle,
So sad to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Such a wonderful, wonderful woman.
Sending a great big hug your way.
Stephanie
Dot & Fred Lohnes
Michelle and family, So sorry to hear of your Moms passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pamel(Bolivar)Mansfield
Dear Michele
So sorry to hear of your mom`s passing. I have great memories of having your family as neighbors growing up. Your mom was always so friendly and gracious with the most fabulous smile.
I seen her awhile ago getting her hair done at Heather`s. She was trying out a new hairstyle and it looked absolutely beautiful on her. We laughed and remenised.
I didn`t hear that she was sick until two days ago…my thought and prayers are with you in your time of need…..she for sure will be the next angel.
xoxo
Bruce and Edith [Hyde] Saunders
Bruce and Edith share your sorrow.Karen was a lovely person,who
enjoyed helping others,and had plans to expand her ”boarding home”.
Although we cannot be with you at this time,you all will be in our
thoughts and prayers.
Deepest Sympathy.
Bruce and Edith.
Kirk & Donna Whynot
Sorry to hear about your mom.
Jim & Beulah Mitton
Our deepest Sympathy to all the family.
sincerely Jim & Beulah
Nancy & Vernon Oickle
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time …..
christina & jamie munro
Dear Michele and family
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing…
our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Tracy Samuels
Michele, Darrell and family:
I was so very saddened to hear about your Moms passing. She was part of my life when Kevin and I were just dating and when we were just married. I will always remember eating smoked oysters Christmas Eve with her at her apartment….We reconnected again with me doing Home Support. Your Mom was a very special lady with so much love and compassion. She certainly will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. If there is anything we can do please call. (((hugs)))
Tracy, Kevin, Braden and Bryce Samuels
marlene steph gaudet
So sorry michele to hear of your mom passing,,everytime i seen her,she always had a smile,,she will be miss by many
Lana Grezaud
Michele..so sorry for your loss……thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time….
Zona Hatt
I am so sorry to hear about Karen. She was a strong lady who fought a hard battle,but whenever I saw her she always had a smile and a positive attitude. My deepest sympathy to all who loved her.Memories live on forever so she’ll always be close by.God be with you all.
Sincerely
Zona Hatt
Shirley & Paul Shot
Michele and family: During this sad and difficult time in your lives please know we are thinking of you all. Karen was a special lady with a big smile and a huge heart. xoxox
Heather & Kelley
Dear Michelle, Darrell, Jessica & Justin
We both wanted you to know that we are thinking of you all today as you celebrate Karen’s life. She will be missed so much by so many. Keep smiling dear even at this most difficult time and know that she is in a very beautiful place as she, your grandparents, David and Charlie all watch over you all.
Our love to you all…..
clyde trimper
michele and family sorry of the loss of your mon thoughts and prayers are with you
The children of Tina Burrows, Glace Bay
Dear Michele and family, Bert , Billy and their families,
We offer our condolences to you all. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
We have fond memories of our visits to Bud and Pearl where we would meet you sometimes.
You also have good memories which will keep their love for us alive.
May God bless you and bring peace to your hearts at this difficult time.
Sisters Martha Eileen and Agnes Burrows, Tina and Pudge Mosher and family, Murray, Kay, Carol, Cheryl amd Martha.
Valerie Grezaud
Dear Michelle & Family
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. I will always remember her & the good times we had over the years !!!! My thoughts & Prayers are with you all at this sad time !!!!
Sincerely
Valerie Grezaud
Jane Hansen (formerly Sprague & Colp)
To Karen’s Family: I knew Karen as we grew up and later worked with her at Bowater. She was always a soft and gentle person and that really began to shine through when she opened her home to care for others. She made a difference in people’s lives and I’m sure God has a place n Heaven for her. May she rest in peace.
Jane Hansen
Barbara Brooks
Dear Michelle and Family: I was sorry to hear about Karen’s passing. She will be greatly missed in our town. Love to all Barb.Brooks, Liverpool
Lindsay Whynot
Dear Michelle And Family:
My Thoughts and prayers are with you guys at this very hard time…No one can ever prepare for this day, it’s the hardest of them all, i cant even imagine. My Thoughs and prayers are with you <3 Take care xo
Peggy Kelley
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.
Catherine MacEachern and Rhonda Perry
Dear Michelle:
You are in a prayers at this difficult time. Your Mom will be sadly missed.
Cathy and Rhonda
Gerald Keddy, MP
Dear Michele and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss and extend my deepest condolences. Your mother, Karen, will be deeply missed by her friends and family. May you find comfort and support in the days that lie ahead.
Sincerest Regards,
Gerald Keddy, MP
South Shore-St. Margaret’s
Tammi (Henderson) Hayne
I have fond memories of spending time in Labelle at the family cottage with Karen and the entire MacNeil clan each summer as our families were great friends. The video tribute was beautiful to watch and brought back lots of great memories with Karen and her parents, Bud & Peal who were like grandparents to me. Karen will be sadly missed by her family but trust that she is having a wonderful reunion catching up with her Mom & Dad and is now in a happy place, free of pain.
Tina Davies
Michele & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Tina
Lauren Tutty
Michele and family…So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Teresa Webb
Dear Michelle,
We were so very sorry to hear about your mom. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Teresa Webb, Warren Dobson, Sally Tanner, Kim Panczyk, Peggy Tremblett, Holly Grant and Alicia Cross
Learning Centre, South Queens Junior High School
lorne and barb redmond
michelle and family our condolances at this time we are thinking of you
Eleanor Roberts
I worked with your mom at Superstore and always found her to be caring, compassionate and full of life. That is how she wound want to be remembered. Take comfort that others share your pain and loss.
Eleanor and family
Anne Marie (Comeau) Schroeder
Dear Michelle and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We grew up in the same neighborhood and I have fond memories from those days of all your family as well as the years working together with your Mom at Bowaters. My sincere sympathy to you, Bert, Billy and your families. Remembering you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anne
Blanche Comeau Hughes
Michele, Bert, Billy and families –
At this time, just wanted to let you know that I’m thinking of you and wish you all comfort in those special memories you’ll always have of Karen – all the great times together and photos to treasure. My best memories of Karen were first as neighbours, working at Bowaters; then when she lived in the apartment at my parents’ home – where her door was always open for us to drop by for a visit, which we did and enjoyed very much. It takes a special person and I know Karen was well suited for senior care and would’ve certainly given her all in their care.
Gerri Fraelic
Michelle & Family
Sorry for the loss of your mother. Karen will be missed by many people. Our thoughts are with you.
Mark & Rose Wright
Sorry to hear of the passing of your mother, Michelle. Our prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. God bless!
Doug and Linda Lucier.
So sorry to hear this news . She was too young and this was too soon. Our heartfelt condollances. Loved Karen
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
We would like to express our sincere condolences to
Karen’s family.
Thinking of you
Linda Belo
Dear Michelle;
My condolences are late in coming for whch I apologize but more than anything I am so sorry to know of your loss. Your mother and I had a history of school and work mates as well as being friends. I am afraid I did not know Karen was ill or I would have visited her when I was home. Please know how much I am saddened by her death and know that I share your grief …….
Mervin and Bernadette Hartlen
Please except our deepest sympathy. Your Mother will be greatly missed her love and courage during her time of illness was a light for us all.