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Condolences

• April 06, 2026

  Ruth Anne Williams

  Dearest Karen and Ronnie and family - I am so sad to hear about sweet Kara's passing. She was part of every conversation we ever had and my heart aches for your loss. I pray for God's strength for you and am here for when you want to reach out. It is so clear the lives she touched in her time on earth and am deeply sorry. Love, Ruth Anne

• March 25, 2026

  Jessica Dunlap

  Ronnie and Family, Sending you our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful sister. You are in our prayers. Sincerely, The Dunlap Family

• March 23, 2026

  Camille Dalfonso

  Ronnie, Karen & Ronnie,,,, my heart literally hurts, this is beyond sad, there are no words for this. My daughter Liz, and Kara, played together, when we were at my parents visiting,,, May she rest in peace and let perpetual light shine upon her,,,, may the angels lead her in......... Camille Dalfonso

• March 20, 2026

  Jack & Teresa

  Dear Kara...your life was important., you were so loved by family & friends and you will never be forgotten. Sing with the angels, until we meet you again! Jack & Teresa Cypher

• March 20, 2026

  Kim Kuklewski

  Deeply grieved for your loss. There are no words I can offer to relieve you and your families bereavement. I knew Kara through my step son Kyle. They were best friends at College. Kara was always smiling and had such a quick wit... she also visited us in San Antonio. Kara was just a delightful, intelligent young woman. .

• March 20, 2026

  Barbara Behanna

  Karen you have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your beautiful daughter Kara. I know she was the light of your life. May God be with you and your family.

• March 20, 2026

  Josh Sellers

  Kara and I were always together. From the very start there was never really a question of that, we just were. And there was always food because she was an amazing cook. She just had that pull. Wherever she was, whatever she made, you wanted to be part of it. From the stoop of her Southside apartment, to the tiny deck of her fancy, grown-up Shadyside place packed with so many plants and flowers there was barely a place to sit down, and the back porch of her forever home where we'd get in trouble for making Jim's hunting clothes smell like whatever she grilled that night. Different places, same us. Conversations that didn't really end, just slowed down until she fell asleep on the couch, and I'd throw a blanket over her before I quietly left. Laughs that turned into tears, and tears that somehow turned back into laughs. That's just how she was. We didn't see each other as much these last few years, but that never changed what she was to me or what we had. The kind of friendship where time and memories just build on each other without you even realizing it. You assume there will always be more. I always figured we'd be old and gray somewhere, food on the grill, not a care in the world. I never once thought that wouldn't happen. Love you so much, Kara. - Josh

• March 20, 2026

  Dennis and Janis Lyons

  Our deepest sympathy and wishing comfort to the family on such an untimely passing.

• March 19, 2026

  Stefanie Medley Winborne

  Ron and Karen-our hearts go out to you. You have our love and deepest sympathy. No words can express how sorry we are. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Stefanie (Medley) and Ray Winborne

• March 19, 2026

  Julie Lacey Lang

  Kara will forever be one of my favorite people I have ever met or known. As a scared 7th grader she was my first friend at a new school. Making me laugh so hard juice shot out my nose across the cafeteria table. The sleepovers, notes and memories formed in those formative years helped me grow confident that I didn't just have acquaintances but a true friend. That friendship strengthened in high school as I knew Kara was always someone I could trust, who saw the good in people and called out when things weren't right. Kara loved her family. She happily spent weekends with her parents when others thought they were "too cool." She showed me what it meant to be true to yourself. Her love of reading, travel, Italy, food and comedy always brought easy connections and a comfort that everyone loved. Her eyes reminded you to not take yourself so seriously and to know that things would be okay. I wish so badly I could look into those eyes, smile with tears in my eyes and let her know how much I loved her and our friendship. She was truly one in about 7 billion. There will never be another and I'm so grateful for the friendship the laughs and joy that she brought to this world for way too short of a time. My heart is completely broken for Jim, Karen, Ron and her entire family. I can't imagine the hole in your heart and hope you can grieve and feel support from those around you. She loved whole heartedly and that's what makes her so hard to lose.

• March 19, 2026

  Marcy Lazzari

  Our Deepest & Heartfelt Sympathy to Kara's family & friends. May the Perpetual Light🕯 Shine upon her & May she have Eternal Rest. We have many memories of her childhood & Pray GOD will provide Karen & Ronnie ( son Ronnie along with her husband)with the Comfort & Strength during this very difficult time. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Marcy & Rob Lazzari

• March 19, 2026

  Cheryl Surdick

  My deepest sympathies to Jim and the family. I always loved seeing Kara at the office holiday parties. The enthusiasm she held for life was evident in her stories of their travels and the love she shared with her husband.

• March 18, 2026

  JoAnne Paulson

  My condolences go out to my sister, Ron and Jim and family members and friends. I remember my sister Karen coming home from work at the bank when Kara was young and going straight to the floor to play with her, never changing out of her work clothes because she wanted to spend every minute she could with her. Ron adoringly calling her his Kara Mia and making sure she never wanted for anything. They loved her dearly always. One of the first times or maybe the first I met Jim, him and Kara were side by side just talking constantly. I knew they were so compatible and in love and I was so happy for them. They were perfect for each other. Jim you were so good to her. Kara and I traveled to Rome and she was the best tour guide I could have asked for. I'll remember that trip fondly forever. I will miss her but look forward to seeing her again someday. I love you, JoAnne

• March 18, 2026

  Jennie Lenz

  Kara was always someone I was excited to see at the annual holiday work party or HH working with Jim for many years. She was a great listener, loved reading like me, and I loved hearing about their travels. But I enjoyed the office chat and hearing Jim talk about Kara the most. The new recipe Kara tried that week or trip she was planning. What always stood out the most was the love, happiness and friendship they shared. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to Jim and Kara's family. Jennie Lenz

• March 18, 2026

  Kathy Dalfonso

  My deepest condolences to the family. I remember her as a little girl.

• March 18, 2026

  Giusy Scifo

  ​Quinto, My heart is broken ​I've been thinking so much about our time in Roma. I can still hear our laughter echoing through the streets, from the quiet corners of Piazza Navona to the vibrant energy of Trastevere. ​I'll never forget those nights at our favorite cheap bar, sitting for hours with a bottle of wine and a plate of cheese, just chatting and laughing the night away. It didn't matter what we talked about; it was the being together that counted. ​My thoughts and my heart go out to your husband, your mum, dad, and your brother. I know how much they meant to you, and how much you meant to them. ​They say time and space change things, but there was—and never will be any distance between us. No amount of kilometers can separate us because you are tucked safely inside my heart. ​I love you, Quinto. Always. Josey