Honoring the Memory
of Those
We Love

Condolences

• April 01, 2026

  Ron mazza

  Karen was a great friend. We had some good times .I miss her everyday. My condolences to her family

• January 27, 2024

  Ron mazza

  Loved Karen I will miss her greatly

• January 24, 2024

  Colleen Kerekes

  Losing a sibling is something I could never imagine. Losing my only sister and best friend is beyond the unimaginable. For those of you who have, my heart aches for you too. 💔 Where do I even begin?! From our childhood days of us fighting over who's line (imaginary of course) was where we couldn't cross because it was OUR side of the bedroom! To the times we'd fight, you'd run upstairs jump on the bed and start kicking me lol I'd always end up making you cry defending myself and get yelled at by mummy. To how when we shared a bed for many years, you'd ask me to tickle up your arm and you'd do mine next. You'd always fall asleep and I never got my arm tickled, but that's okay because I didn't like it..and you did..so I did it. How you'd send me upstairs to bed first to "kill a spider" or check for monsters ...funny..you were scared young but man were you strong as hell as you got older. Remember when we'd make mummy lay in bed kinda upside down with us and we'd draw a face on her chin and she would talk and we would all be cracking up 🤗 Watching you become an amazing mom!!!!! I envied you so much with how great you were as a mom and how you loved them so much. They became your life!!! To all the Tuesday and Thursday nights of me coming over to help you with the kids when their dad worked late. So many memories would take pages to write. Through your last weeks of fighting...I still had hope you'd beat this because you always would. I will never understand why God needed you more than we do. It's so unfair and we are broken 💔 Even in your last hours, you were.an organ donor and were honored down the hospital hallway for saving others lives ..as unbelievably sad as is was...it was also a testament of my selfless sister 😢 You children have been so strong as you raised them. I know I can't replace their mom ever, but you know I will be there for them all every step of the way. My dear sister my heart and all of our hearts are shattered in a million pieces 💔 our lives are forever changed, but so much better for having you in it!!!!!!! I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH AND I THANK YOU FOR BEING THE BEST SISTER ANYONE COULD HAVE!!!!. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN. Rest easy my sister..the pain and stress of being sick and tired is now over.🙏😇💔💖 I love you forever my sista

• January 21, 2024

  Tim Valentine

  Karen, I will never forget our conversations about our kids . I know you loved your kids so much. RIP

• January 20, 2024

  Sarah E Stew

  Purple was our favorite color. Mr Kerekes said, of our disagreements, "It's like two bulls locking horns" No it's just 7th grade

• January 20, 2024

  Sarah E Stew

  I remember as one of the pom pom girls in Brentwood parades and cheerleading in 7th and 8th grade "tork 80" meant go fast do the best you can at whatever. When we had a problem we would sit eye to eye toe to toe and talk no yelling no name calling or swearing. It seemed to be that some one said that wasn't right or true We be saying " I did not know that. That's not true" ...etc "truce" we say to each other

• January 18, 2024

  Laura Gardner-Sweeney

  Karen you were an awesome friend I remember your whole family stopping in to Stop n GO and you and your family were so fantastic I will miss you everyday you were a ray of sunshine and love you so much my heart is broken love Laura Sweeney

• January 18, 2024

  Mark Morrissey

  My gentle sweet cousin is always going to be with her family in Heaven.

• January 18, 2024

  Joan Witt, DDS

  Karen and I worked together at Univ of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. We were on the same "Team" helping 14 of our Dental Students see patients in our clinic. Karen helped students manage their patients' scheduling and financial consultations. Her help to the students went beyond teaching them business tasks though. She added her humor and caring to all conversations. She loved the students like they were her own kids, and gifted us with little treat bags at Christmas. My bag had a small notepad in it, that said "Believe In Yourself". Karen modeled a strong work ethic to the students by being so reliable (even when doctors couldn't diagnose and help alleviate her symptoms). We were amazed that after her weekdays at the dental school, she'd work on the weekends at her friend's restaurant. She always looked so professional and never had a bad hair day! I'd use her as an example of "a good impression on the patients" to students who would come into clinic unshaven and with dirty shoes. To Karen's Family~~~Thank you for sharing your mom with us. When she adopted our student Team-12 as extended family, she truly influenced on our next generation of dentists in such a positive way! We will love her forever!

• January 18, 2024

  Bill Thomas

  My condolences to Karen's family. That bright smile and those warm bear hugs...she was the best!

• January 17, 2024

  Kerry Huffman

  Afterglow I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one. I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. I'd like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun; Of happy memories that I leave when life is done. Until we meet again dear Friend, Rest in Peace. Love and Friendship Forever, Kerry (Koeppl) Huffman

• January 17, 2024

  Dr Chuck & Elisia Silverstein

  We will always remember Karen as a very kind and caring member of our pediatric office staff. It takes a special type of person to work with parents and children, and Karen was calming and empathetic with our patients. She was a pleasure to work with, always cheerful and easy going even when work got hectic. And she always talked about her kids with pride. She left her legacy on the many families she helped. Dr Chuck and Elisia Silverstein and family.

• January 17, 2024

  Kimberly Dorsch (Fitch)

  I am so sorry to hear of Karen's passing, thoughts and prayers to the Kerekes family.. Always had a smile!

• January 17, 2024

  Marleen Flaherty & Todd Fabian

  I would like to express my condolences to Karen's family and friends. I didn't know Karen as well as others did, but she was always laughing and smiling. She was always nice to talk to when we saw her and made us laugh with her stories she told us. She will be missed but never forgotten❤️

• January 17, 2024

  Jayden Joyce

  My favorite memory of Karen was when my mom (Donna Joyce) and I went up to Brentwood and met Karen there, there was an amazing band playing. Karen and my mom danced the whole time and the smile on both of their faces lit up the whole crowd! We will miss you so much karebear! We love you!

• January 17, 2024

  Joy Lang

  A truly beautiful young woman with a beautiful smile...May God grant the families comfort ...eternal blessed memory..✝️Joy Lang

• January 17, 2024

  Tracey (Benson) Safran

  So sorry to hear of Karen's passing. Praying for peace for her family and friends. Tracey (Benson) Safran Brentwood class of 84

• January 17, 2024

  Shannan Mitchell

  Words can not express how truly sorry I am Sam, Megan, Peter and the entire Kerekes family for the loss of Karen she was one of a kind. Karen was a beautiful person and friend and we ALWAYS had the greatest times together. As I saw her walking Mason a couple months ago she was so very proud to be a grandmother and I'm sure she was the best! She is going to be terribly missed by every single person she touched because her kindness is unforgettable. My deepest sympathies

• January 17, 2024

  Heather Corey

  Megan, Sam, Pete & Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Heather & Gary Corey

• January 17, 2024

  Mary Byrne

  I have a great testament to Karen's extreme generosity. We used to go to JTs for breakfast after church. One day Karen was waiting on tables, and I said " I didn't know you worked here " Well, she didn't FORMALLY take the job. Karen was a customer eating breakfast one day and noticed that Sandy was very busy, struggling to get food out, short staff.ed. Karen got up from her seat and started waiting on tables! I mean , who does that!

• January 17, 2024

  Kelly Powell

  We are so sorry to all for the loss of such a wonderful, kind human being. I honestly cannot say that I had ever seen Karen without that smile on her face. We first reconnected at her place of work- the pediatrician's office years ago when Harry and I would take the girls for appointments. After that it was always a warm welcome any time we met. We pray for you all to surround yourself with wonderful memories to comfort you at this sad time. -The Powell Family

• January 17, 2024

  Gina Katchmar

  My deepest condolences to the Kerekes And Griener families, sending prayers to their families, Karen was a wonderful woman and will be missed immensely by all.

• January 16, 2024

  Lisa Scanlon

  God bless the family. A very lovely family and such a beautiful soul.

• January 16, 2024

  Chuck and Nancy Parkinson

  In this moment of profound loss, our hearts ache alongside yours. Karen's memory will forever hold a cherished place in all of her friends and families thoughts. May God's grace surround you Megan and your family, offering solace and reassurance in the face of grief. Lean on God's love and the love and support of those around you, finding strength in the shared memories that bind us together. Wishing you peace and healing during this challenging time. We love you very much and will be there for you whenever you need us. Love, with prayers,❤️🙏🏻 Chuck and Nancy.

• January 16, 2024

  Sherry Brooks

  I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Karen. May her vivacious personality and giving nature bring a smile to you as you remember her beautiful life. May God grant her eternal peace and comfort her loved ones during these difficult times. Sherry (Sineway) Brooks

• January 16, 2024

  Jennifer and Bill Sorochman

  From the little sweet girl we babysat, to the Warmest, Most Enthusiastically Embracing Friend we had the honor of knowing, we will be forever grateful God Gave The World YOU!