Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012, at the age of 66. Loving mother of Paul Hayes, Lisa Guarini and Clinton Malnerich (Marisa). Dear sister of Gary Cooper (Valerie). Karen will always be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Ashley, Mitchel, Rachel, Daniel, Klair and Lex. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, September 7th from 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Donations to Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, Palliative Care would be appreciated.