With my heartfelt sympathy to the Ramage family, her children and friends, I was saddened to hear of your loss of Karen.  I always remember Karen as we grew up on Centre B Street NW Calgary.  I remember her sparkling dancing eyes, great laugh and how she lived life full of expression and adventures.  Karen always loved my Moms cookies and just lived life to the fullest. I will remember her that the most. 

I learned of Karens passing today while at a Celebration of Debbie Dyck's (Tollefson)Life in Calgary.  She passed October 4th in Toronto.  Have a feeling and a smile they will meet again.

So sad to hear the news. Since I was a baby, my brother and I called you Aunty, because thats what you were to us. I know you played a huge part in our mom (Sherri Kaszuba)'s life, as well as ours. You were the most outgoing, fun loving gal a person could be lucky enough to know, and I am sure you have the Big Guy Upstairs in constant stitches. You touched many lives, and you will not ever be forgotten, love you Aunty Karen, love Brittany, Colton, Jordan and Sherri Kaszuba xoxo

   Dear John, Carlee, Kristin, and Family,

   I'm sitting here with a heavy heart, trying to come up with just the right words necessary to capture how I feel about this news. Karen was a lifelong best friend to my mom - and on many occasions was almost like a mom to Jordan, Brittany and I. She is one of the kindest, sweetest, and most caring people I have personally had the pleasure of having in my life. We're all saddened by the loss of such an amazing woman - and we're keeping you all in our hearts. 

Sherri, Jordan, Brittany, And Colton.

Dear John, Carlee and Kristin.
 
My pen is heavy as I write about the loss of your Mom.
 
Karen raised a son and two daughters who stands for honesty, integrity and the true heart of friendship. Karen was dependable, loyal and loved by family and friends. When she passed, a library was lost...what a loss to all.
 
With each bridge that you happen upon in the garden of your heart; may the fondest memories of your Mom cause you to be thankful and bring stillness and comfort to you.
 
           " A thing of beauty is a joy forever"
 
With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences.
 
Love Serge

Dear John, Carlee and Kristin.

My pen is heavy as I write about the loss of your Mom.

Karen raised a son and two daughters who stands for honesty,integrity and the true heart of friendship. Karen was dependable, loyal and loved by family and friends. When she passed, a library was lost...what a lost to all.

With each bridge that you happen upon in the garden of your heart;may the fondest memories of your Mom cause you to be thankful and bring stillness and comfort to you.

"A thing of beauty is a joy forever"

My deapest sympathy and heartfelt condolences.

While the years have passed, I will always remember Karen's big smile and her innate ability to make everyone around her feel special!
My deepest condolences to the Families and to all who held her near to their heart. 
Dal Lewis

Dear Rod, Max and family,

I cannot tell you how saddened I was when I heard of the death of Rod's beloved sister, Karen.

Words mean so little in these moments of grief, but I want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

Lots of love,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom.  She was a beautiful person inside and out.  Her smile and sense of humor will be missed.
Sincerely,
Tammy Mudryk

While the years have passed, I will always remember Karen's big smile and her innate ability to make everyone around her feel special!
My deepest condolences to the Families and  to all who held her near to their heart.

My condolences to Karen's family , although its been many years I will always remember Karen's zest for life and all the fun that was had .

Our deepest regrets, Karen was fun loving gal and a great mother, Spent some fun times on holidays years ago, The Moffat family

My sympathy to the Merrett and Ramage family on your loss.
I will cherish the time we spent with Karen in Mexico.  Her effervescence personality brought out the best in people.

I, too, will always remember Karen's smile and easy laughter!  She was an encourager and could always shine a bit of sunshine into the saddest heart!  I was a part of Karen's life, back when we were at Fowler, and in CBR together.  I have so many fond memories of her! 
My prayer for you, her family and close friends, is to be comforted and supported, by all those who Karen has touched and loved, during her short life!  May Karens' "light" shine on,  through you, and know that Karen is remembered, far beyond the circle of people you know!  
It is with great sadness, that I extend my sympathy, love and prayers.
Leslie (Morton) Bryson

Remember most Karen's smile and laughter!
She will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers to all of her family.  
Sandy (Bender) Kaine

We have only the very fondest memories of Karen - always laughing and a joy to be around.  We will miss you Karen.

Grant and Lynn Vernon

MY Deepest Condolences TO All Karen`s family UNCLE STEVE WILL ALWAYS HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF YOU xx

Deepest sympathy to all of Karen's family and friends.  She was fun-loving and thoughtful in high school.  I always enjoyed being around her.  I am sorry for your deep loss.

I'll always remember Karen's gentle and kind soul along with her beautiful smile!  There are so many of us, her old school friends, who shared such great times with Karen! My deepest sympathy to Karen's family...I hope the wonderful memories and how much she loved you all will bring you much comfort! Until we meet again sweet friend...

Karen was always the life and soul of the party everywhere she went, she was always smiling, and back in our younger days we all had so much fun with plenty of laughter and joy, and Karen that is the way we will remember you. Our sincere sympathies to your family, her smile will be sadly missed.

Anne and Ron Seeley

I am very sorry about the loss of Karen.  I remember her smile and laughter like it was yesterday. We went to school together and she was very well like. My heart is very heavy today for all family and friends. Hugs

Dear John, Carlee and Kristin, and all of Karen's family,
My sincere sympathies to all of you in your loss.  The happy memories will surely help you in the difficult times ahead.

Deepest sympathy to Harvey, Karen's children and extended family. Karen' was a beautiful addition to the family gatherings and we are saddened for your loss.  We hope in time you find comfort in memories of your most happiest times.  Donna, Mark, Scott, Jen and Tessa Riczu

She was very awesome person, caring Mother.  She was a very Special Lady and I am sure you will miss her.  Remember the SPECIAL MOMENTS that you shared with her, she will always be in your hearts. She enriched our lives , Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Mac and Sharon Bender

To the family,
Please accept our condolences.
Karen's humour and lively spirit enriched our stay with her on the holiday in Mexico. She will be missed.
- Greg, Terry, and Trudy Brown

always and forever make me smile and grin at Karen being Karen always silly and grinning gonna miss ya my friend -Hugs amd prayers to Harvey and all

Karen was
       A caring mother with three great kids
       Someone who was always ready to share a laugh
       A friend who cheered my birthdays via telephone
       Always viewing life in a positive way

Condolences to all of Karen's family.  I will miss her.
Doreen Ratsoy

I would like to say she was a awesome person and a very funny lady, I am so grateful we had the pleasure of meeting you, may u rest in peace!!

I'm Heartbroken.  Thank you Karen for being like a Mom to me as well as a friend, you always brought tasty food & a lot of laughter, I can still see you playing the accordian, so funny.  Thanks for all the memories that I will keep close to my heart forever. 

Sending soOOO much LOVE to all her children, siblings, & friends at this time of such deep sadness.
Karen I will always Love you.

I think that everyone who met Karen could always say "You light up my life." Rest in Peace our lovely friend.

Lloyd and I are deeply saddened with the loss of Karen. Our hearts and prayers go out to Harvey and the rest of the family.
To me Karen was a beautiful Doris Day. Giving, kind and beautiful person. She will be greatly missed.
Laura

To Karen's family and Harvey please accept our condolences. We are sorry for your loss. We will always remember the fun and laughs we had with her in Mexico.
Ruth Chuang and David Jones

To the Merrett and Ramage Family,  Will remember our fun in Mexico with Karen, thinking of you all at this sad time. May the happy memories forever stay in your hearts

Any get together with Karen left you with laughter in your heart and a smile on your face, thank you for that gift!


One of the saddest moments is when you hear of the loss of a friend.  I just had to let you know how deeply saddened I am to hear of Karen's passing. She was a very special person and she always had a smile and brought joy to everyone she met.  With heartfelt sympathy to Karen's family, Linda Johnston-Deering

Always enjoyed chats with my optimistic and kind neighbor Karen as I walked my dogs by her home on Heston. So sorry to hear of her illness and passing.

My condolences to family and friends of Karen. She will surely be missed. May love and happy memories carry you through this very sad time.

My heart is saddened.  I will never forget you. My sympathy and prayers go out to the family.

John, Kristin, Carlee and Harvey

Wishing you deepest sympathies as you have experienced this loss. 

Karen aka "Auntie Freeze" was always quick to inspire happiness as she shared her wit and humour. Her laughter was always a bright light to our family, and will remain in our hearts for life.

Blessings
Lucas & Chelsea Ramage

Our heartfelt sympathy to Karen's family and we will always remember her beautiful smile and kindness.

To Karen's Family & Harvey,

I had the pleasure of having Karen touch my life and I will forever remember her for her spirit, laughter and love of life.

My condolences to you all, but you will forever have her wonderful spirit with you always!!!

Sherry

Great friend - You always made me smile, I will cherish your memory always, until we meet again.

My deepest condolences to you all.  Karen was a great lady, and we had many a good times together.

John, Kristin and Carlee;
I was saddened to read of your mom passing.
May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories as you celebrate a life well lived. 
Take care…..

OBITUARY

Karen Maureen Merrett

August 9, 1955 – September 24, 2014

Foster's Garden Chapel Funeral Home & Crematorium

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