Karen M. Meneses

Karen Margaret Meneses passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2018.

She is survived by her only daughter, Lauren Hassey and grand-daughter, Madelyn Hassey; both of Melbourne, FL. Karen is also survived by her long time partner, Patrick McNees from Alabama.

Karen was a beautifully strong and amazing person. She lit up a room by her presence and courageous spirit.

She was highly accomplished in her career as a nurse and professor; but more importantly she was an accomplished mother and "beloved Mimi".

She taught us how to be strong and determined through her intelligence and spirited determination. Her presence is now and forever imprinted in her daughter and granddaughters hearts forever.

She was the best mom and Mimi that Lauren and Madelyn could ever imagine and wish for.

Karen will be missed by her family, Heidi Pollard (s); Xenia Naert (s); Tony Meneses (b) and Sonya Meatte (s).

In addition she is survived by her mother, Leonina Meneses. Nephews: Matthew Obermeier, Bradley Naert, Ryan Meatte, Andrew Meatte (nephew and Godson), Alexander Meneses. Nieces: Ellen Naert-Willbanks; Kathleen Meatte-Freeman, Paige Meneses.

The world has become a better place because of her contribution to breast cancer research.

Not only does her family mourn this sudden loss, but all her colleagues throughout all her career joins them in mourning her passing.

Rest in peace, you will be forever missed.