Karen Dianne Johns

JOHNS, Karen (nee MacDougall)

On Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 2 pm - 5 pm, in honor of Karen's memory, we invite you to gather with us for a celebration of her life. As Karen cherished the simple joys of nature and family, we will come together to reminisce, share stories, and honor her legacy.

Kindly bring your own chair as we gather by the shores of Batchawana Bay, a place that held a special significance for Karen.

Directions:

- From Sault Ste Marie, take Hwy 17 North for ~70km to Hwy 563 (just past the Voyageur's Lodge)

- Turn Left onto Hwy 563

- Drive 0.5km and turn left on the Driveway marked with the MacDougall sign (and balloons)

- Turn Left

- Drive to house #101

Please call Liz at 705-987-6031 if additional directions are needed.

JOHNS, Karen - Suddenly, on Saturday May 4, 2024, Karen passed away in the company of her best friend and love of her life Kevin Johns.

Predeceased by her loving mother Joan Macdougall, and father and mother in-law Ken and Elsie Johns. She will be missed beyond words by her loving daughters Elizabeth Lacelle (Ken) and Rhiannon Johns (Zach), her sister Ellen MacDougall (Jenny) and her father Doug MacDougall (Ann). She will be deeply missed by her two beloved granddaughters Elianna and Coralynn.

Karen touched many lives and will be missed by a long list of loving friends and family members, including Mary-lou Pickard who was not only her aunt, but also a very close friend.

Anyone who knew her, knows she has battled many health problems for a very long time, but did not let it define her life. She was a kind, gentle soul who loved her family beyond measure, and loved nature and animals more than anything. We will remember her by talking about all the things she said and did to make us laugh and drive us crazy. She couldn't wait to spend each summer on Batchawana Bay, spending her days on the beach collecting rocks and eagle feathers, and spending her nights around the fire looking at the moon. We will miss her being here with us but will carry her in our hearts for always.

A celebration of life will be held On Saturday, July 27th, from 2 pm-5 pm, in honor of Karen's memory, we invite you to gather with us for a celebration of her life. As Karen cherished the simple joys of nature and family, we will come together to reminisce, share stories, and honor her legacy.

Kindly bring your own chair as we gather by the shores of Batchawana Bay, a place that held a special significance for Karen.

Directions:

- From Sault Ste Marie, take Hwy 17 North for ~70km to Hwy 563 (just past the Voyageur's Lodge)

- Turn Left onto Hwy 563

- Drive 0.5km and turn left on the Driveway marked with the MacDougall sign (and balloons)

- Turn Left

- Drive to house #101

Please call Liz at 705-987-6031 if additional directions are needed.

In honour of Karen's love for animals, donations can be made (payable by cheque or online) to Northern Critters in Need. Arrangement entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East, 705-759-2522). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Johns family.