We went all the way through our school together and ended up in Lindale ... how small is our world? You had the most beautiful blond hair ever and always had sweet things to say about everyone. Beautiful inside and out! I was blessed to stay in tough with you even after graduation and so sad when you got sick. I just knew you were in good hands with the medical care you got and even seeing the world the way you did when you traveled to the Institute of Health in Washington D.C.. You were there to see 911 out your hospital window and then return to tell us about it. I remember that as if it were yesterday. I wish they could have found the right cure and that you could be with us for our 40th reunion. I know how you loved getting together and I have pictures of you and your girls at one of our reunions. We were great school friends, great band buddies and great adult friends. I am blessed by your treasured memories in my heart and I am thankful for the many ways you touched my life especially after moving back to East Texas. I miss you girl!
I am comforted by knowing you are not in pain and that you are watching over all of us here on earth! The stars twinkle with your smile!
Belinda Kelley (Kromer)
My first grade and forever friend - Karen,
We went all the way through our school together and ended up in Lindale ... how small is our world? You had the most beautiful blond hair ever and always had sweet things to say about everyone. Beautiful inside and out! I was blessed to stay in tough with you even after graduation and so sad when you got sick. I just knew you were in good hands with the medical care you got and even seeing the world the way you did when you traveled to the Institute of Health in Washington D.C.. You were there to see 911 out your hospital window and then return to tell us about it. I remember that as if it were yesterday. I wish they could have found the right cure and that you could be with us for our 40th reunion. I know how you loved getting together and I have pictures of you and your girls at one of our reunions. We were great school friends, great band buddies and great adult friends. I am blessed by your treasured memories in my heart and I am thankful for the many ways you touched my life especially after moving back to East Texas. I miss you girl!
I am comforted by knowing you are not in pain and that you are watching over all of us here on earth! The stars twinkle with your smile!
Belinda Kelley (Kromer)
Karen passed away on April 14, 2002. She was living in Lindale, TX.