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Karen Beth Frankowski

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Karen Beth Frankowski

March 27, 1956 - June 17, 2021

Karen Frankowski (nee Schaaf) passed away peacefully at 65 years of age at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday, June 17th, 2021. Beloved wife of Edward “Ed” Frankowski. Cherished mother of Kyla Frankowski and Kimberley Sooley (Terry). Loving grandmother of Hannah, Addison, and Evelyn. Dear sister of David Schaaf, Graham Schaaf (Heather), and Heather Vogel (Dan). Predeceased by parents Donald and Rosemary Schaaf. Also missed by Carole Thurston (Brien), Sally Frankowski (John), Gwen Frankowski (Tony) and her extended family. The Frankowski family would like to thank neighbours Gary and Sandra for being there for Karen, the Emergency Service ambulance attendants for their thoughtfulness, and the hospital staff and ICU nurses of PRHC for their professional and compassionate care. Karen joyfully worked with the Welcome Wagon in Cobourg meeting new friends and neighbors, as well as in the cafeteria for many years at the Cobourg East and St. Mary's high schools. A private family graveside service will be held at the Heritage Cemetery of St. Peter in Cobourg. The service will be live streamed on this website on Wednesday, June 23rd at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to, may make a memorial donation to University Hospital Kingston Foundation – Providence Care, NHH Foundation, or the Brain Injury Association of Peterborough Region.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Melody Fox - October 10, 2022

not sure if this is the Karen I went to East High School with. in Phoenix please let me know Melody Fox 4805776777

Monique Gatien - July 2, 2021

Thank you for always being there when we needed it the most. Forever thankful for your work in the SMSS cafeteria. We will miss you.

Gary Ormel - June 30, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Cathy & Lorne Harding - June 29, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Chris Morris - June 28, 2021

I am so sorry to hear here of Karen's passing. She was such a sweet kind person. My late wife Wendy worked in the cafeteria at St. Mary's with Karen, and she thought the world of her. Our deepest condolences from the Morris family.

Margo & Malcolm Jones - June 27, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Allen Legge - June 25, 2021

Ed, I am saddened to hear of Karen's passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Al & Annie Legge

Luann and Howie Wallace - June 23, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Jeanine Clarey - June 23, 2021

Dear Frankowski Faimily Thinking of you all during this sad time. Karen had a smile that went on for every. Karen was a huge asset to the St. Mary’s Community. Sincerely. Jeanine Clarey. St. Mary Secondary

Sharon Martorino - June 23, 2021

I am so shocked & saddened to hear about Karen passing away. She was a member of the Encore club here in Cobourg & we had many lovely chats. She was an amazing person, we will all miss her so much. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Michael and Sue Kroetsch - June 23, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Shelley Vogel - June 23, 2021

My heart is breaking for your family

Gordon & Margaret Cale - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Cathy & Al kroetsch & Family - June 22, 2021

A donation has being made to the Brsin Injury Foundation

Brian and Karen Boegel - June 22, 2021

Ed we are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. Our condolences to you and your family.

Doug & Catherine McCallum - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

University Hospital Kingston Foundation - Providence Care

Courtney Turney - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

University Hospital Kingston Foundation - Providence Care

Sheila and Glen Turner - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Leonard Koch - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Leonard Koch - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Melissa McNeely - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Carole Thurston (sister) - June 22, 2021

Dear Ed, Kyla and Kimberley & Family: You are in my thoughts & prayers. We will all miss Karen very much. There is nothing I (or anyone) can do to make your journey easier. Heaven needed an Angel & God had set for Karen. Grief is just love with no place to go. Until you meet again. My prayers are with you all. Carole

mina - June 22, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Skip - June 22, 2021

So sorry for Loss .My condolences To you Ed and your family

Jen Poole - June 22, 2021

Condolences to Karen’s family for their loss. She always had a beautiful smile when I would see her at the cafeteria at St.Mary’s and we often exchanged some great chats.

Graham Richards - June 21, 2021

Always a smile and lovely person to chat with. Condolences from the Richards’ family.

John Schaaf and Family - June 21, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Ed and your family, in this time of need. Love John and family. Isaiah 41:10

Pamela Panopalis - June 21, 2021

Karen was a beautiful and friendly member of the SMSS cafeteria. My prayers go out to Ed, Kyla, and Kimberly. I am sorry for your loss.

Doug and Donna Brooker - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

John Schaaf - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

John MacNaughton - June 21, 2021

Karen - I'm remembering all the great summers we had up at the cottage all those many years ago. Even though we didn't see each other much once we grew older, I've always treasured our friendship and am so sad that we won't see each other again. All my love to you and your family, John

Shirley & Bob Milling - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Chris Sebben - June 21, 2021

My families prayers and thoughts are with you.

Russell Foubert - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

University Hospital Kingston Foundation

Tracey Easson - June 21, 2021

Deepest condolences/ Ed and daughters/ families. So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. I worked with her at schools and over the years became to know her as a compassionate/ caring , loving person. She will indeed be missed. She spoke often about her kids and grandkids. Loved with all her heart ♥️. Deepest sympathy

Scarborough Supply - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Corinne & John Mikucki - June 21, 2021

Ed we are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Deepest Condolences

Anne & Andy Johnston - June 21, 2021

Karen welcomed us when we moved to Cobourg in 1990 and we were impressed with her warmth and kindness. Not too long after settling in Cobourg our daughter Emilee became close friends with Karen’s daughter Kyla. Karen was like a second mother to our daughter who cherished the time she spent with her and the Frankowski family. A beautiful soul gone too soon, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Aislinn Clancy - June 21, 2021

Your legacy of kindness, grace and love live on in your family. My heart goes out to Kyla, my dear friend, her dad, sister and neices. I hope there is much comfort and support that comes your way as you find a way to cope with all the waves of grief. You are loved.

Fred & Marilyn Hovinga - June 21, 2021

We were shocked to learn of Karen's stroke and quick passing. It makes us each realize our time on earth is not ours to determine - but our Heavenly Father knows best. When we have our hope based on his promises we are assured of once again seeing our loved ones in Heaven. We grieve with you on such a loss and pray for continued strength to face the days/weeks ahead without your wife.

Debra Clarke - June 21, 2021

Ed and girls I am so deeply sorry to hear of Karen's passing I have many fond memories of us working together over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Jackie Skrodzki and family - June 21, 2021

Our heartfelt condolences to you Kyla and your family, we hope you find peace and take time to enjoy the great memories you had with your mom❤️

Emilee Wagar - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

University Hospital Kingston Foundation

Cheryl Lannin - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Emilee Wagar - June 21, 2021

Karen Frankowski was like a second mother to me. She took me in when I needed a place to stay, and she was one of the warmest open hearted giving people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. Karen always had a sweet smile and comforting voice. I will never forget her and my heart goes out to her family. Heaven now has the kindest and most wonderful angel.

Josephine Bonta - June 21, 2021

My deepest condolences to Karen’s family. She was a lovely lady with a beautiful smile. She will be missed.

John Dooreleyers - June 21, 2021

Very sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. She was a genuinely good woman . She was loved by Molly and Jemma whom she regularly babysat when they were small.

Sharon Gerber - June 21, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Frankowski family. It was a shock to read of Karen’s passing. I met her at the Encore Club where we often line danced side by side. She loved her dancing, was always friendly, ready to chat and had that beautiful smile. Know that she will be missed. Memories stay with you forever. Treasure each and every one she left you. R.I.P. Karen

Luann & Howie Wallace - June 21, 2021

Ed, Kyla & Kimberley - we are deeply sorry for your loss. Karen had an infectious smile that made us smile in reply. She was kind-hearted and saw the good in everyone & everything. Sending hugs and love to you.

Edgar Kurmis - June 21, 2021

Sorry to hear about your loss,Condolences to you and your family

glen & sheila turner - June 21, 2021

Ed we are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was a beautiful person And will be greatly missed. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.

Pamela Spear - June 21, 2021

I am so very sorry to hear of Karen passing. I pass my deepest condolence to Ed Kyla and Kimberly and the grandchildren. Karen was a joy to work with and know. We had some good times during the Al cartage years. My prayers are with you all. Hugs Pam Spear.

Heather, Molly, and Jemma Dooreleyers - June 21, 2021

Our sincere condolences to the Frankowski family as you navigate your loss. Karen had such a positive influence on our lives as little girls and we always felt so loved by her even after we moved away from Cobourg and grew up. She will be greatly missed by our whole family.

Mary Wood - June 21, 2021

My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time, my heartfelt condolences to all of you, Karen’s family. Heaven has certainly welcomed an Angel, one who loved to line dance, share her beautiful smile with all of us during our times together. May your loving memories help you thru this very difficult time. God bless you all and know Karen will be missed. R.I.P. dear Karen.

Donna McGaghey - June 21, 2021

Ed and family: Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Karen. Ed, I know how it feels to lose the love of your life. I pray that you and your family will have perfect peace knowing she is home in Heaven, safe in the loving arms of God. Praying for all if you.

John & Sally - June 21, 2021 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Brain Injury Association Peterborough Region

Steve Frankowski and Phil Beatty - June 21, 2021

You and your family are in our thoughts during this time of incredible loss.

Nancy gibbons - June 21, 2021

My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss. Karen was such an amazing person and will be missed by many. She loved her dancing and we loved her smile and enthusiasm during our class. I was the line dance teacher and so enjoyed her in our class. She would send me pictures of horses from time to time and the last one she sent was on June 8th. I am so shocked as she always was smiling and never complained about any illnesses. She will be missed. Sending love and prayers to your family.

Trevor & Diann Butt - June 21, 2021

So surprised to hear of Karen’s passing. Wishing Ed and the family much peace in this time of great loss. Life is so short and each day is a gift... We will meet on the other side...

Toby Larocque - June 20, 2021

I am so sadden by Karen's passing. What a wonderful ,beautiful lady she was .I would always stand beside her in our linedance class and have some laughs. She will be sorrowfully missed by the "Encore" club .My sincere condolences to all her Family. R.I.P. Karen

Doug and Donna Brooker - June 20, 2021

Dear Ed and Family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Karen was an amazing person. We have so many memories of her that we will cherish. Praying that God will comfort you at this most difficult time. Sending you a hug.

Kari and Chris Walton - June 20, 2021

Ed and Family…sending condolences, so shocked by the news, we are so sorry for your loss .

wendy - June 20, 2021

To Ed and Family our hearts were sad to here of Karen's passing. She was such a sweet soul always with a smile and a twinkle in her eye. Remember and cherish all the good times you had together and hold them close to your heart. Our love and prayers are with you. Wendy and Rick Bowman

Kevin and Sue Watson - June 20, 2021

Sending our heartfelt condolences to Ed and family. Karen was a beautiful woman with a glowing smile and the best hugs. Keep those wonderful memories of her close to your heart today and always. ?

Julie Noel - June 20, 2021

Kimberley and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Karen was always so kind and generous to myself and my family. I wish her peace. I wish your family patience, love, cherished memories, and support for each other. We are here if any of you need anything.

Fran (Sudds)Knott - June 20, 2021

I cannot believe Karen is gone so soon.I send my condolences to the family from all my family.We understand the loss only too well.