Peacefully passed away on Friday January 29, 2016 at St. Peters Hospital in Hamilton at the age of 73. Loving mother of Carla (the late Gary). Cherished Nana to Evan, Chrystal and Alex. Dear sister of Kathy and Anne. Family will receive friends at Cresmount Funeral Home, 322 Fennell Avenue East on Monday February 1, 2016 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday February 2, 2016 at 1pm in the funeral home chapel. Cremation to follow. The family wishes donations in memory of Karen be made to a charity of your choice.