Monday, May 27, 2019 at 12:00 a.m.
Ortlieb, Karen Jane
KAREN JANE ORTLIEB, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully in her sleep at St. Michael's Health Centre on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at the age of 56, after a brave and quiet battle with cancer.
KAREN JANE ORTLIEB, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully in her sleep at St. Michael's Health Centre on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at the age of 56, after a brave and quiet battle with cancer.
She is lovingly remembered by her dear companion and best friend of 29 years, Dennis Stringam, her stepdaughters, Stacey (Chad) Lysak and Chelsea Stringam (Jeff Ainscough) and grandchild, Rosealynn. She is also survived by her parents, Walter & Violet Ortlieb, her brothers, Ronald (Jodie) Ortlieb and Kevin Ortlieb, her nieces and nephew, Amber, Leslie, Ashley and Jason (Russet) Ortlieb and grandnieces, Gracie, Hannah, Alexandria and Lucy.
Karen was born on March 22, 1963 in Edmonton to Walter & Violet Ortlieb. She instantly became their beloved daughter as well as a beloved sister to Ronald and Kevin - her twin. She worked in the family business, Classic Carpets, for 26 years.
Karen loved nature; she would spend time watching and nurturing the wild rabbits and birds in her yard. She especially loved her dog, Buddy, who predeceased her. Gardening - specifically flowers - was a passionate hobby. History and politics were also areas of interest that sparked both learning and dynamic conversations.
Karen loved to travel; specifically, she enjoyed the time she spent in Kauai with Dennis, as well as a Mediterranean cruise with her mom. She travelled with her family to her parents' homeland, Germany in 1972.
Furthermore, Karen enjoyed working with her hands. She crocheted, baked and experimented with many recipes and was generous in sharing her creations. This past Christmas, she crocheted beautiful Christmas stockings for each of her nephew's children and had already begun working on their Christmas gifts for 2019. In the end, Karen's family sparked much joy as she shared her talents and gifts.
A Celebration of Karen's Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Monday, May 27, 2019 at 2:00 P.M.
Interment will follow at the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre: c/o Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.
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Aunt Violet, Uncle Walter, Ron, Jody & family, Kevin, and Karen's partner & family, we are so very sorry for your loss. No words can express our shock and sadness upon hearing the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We hope your memories and the support of family and friends will help you through the next days, months and years. Sending you love and prayers. Sincerely, Iris Neumann & Terry Bunzenmeyer
So sorry to hear about the passing of Karen. Your family is in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
We are so shocked and saddened by the news. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I will cherish wonderful childhood memories of family visits and fun with my cousins. Gone to soon. Thinking of you. With love and tears......Rose, Bryan, Nicholas & Tyler Ross and Johanna Ortlieb.
So sorry to hear of this very sad news. She will be very missed. Wishing the whole family our deepest sympathy. Sincerely Herb and Helga
So sorry to hear about Karen, was always so friendly when I seen her at classic carpets, rest in peace Karen.
I'm so sorry to read about Karen's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Keeping you in thought and prayer. With sympathy, Marcine
My most sincere condolences for your loss. May all the wonderful memories ease your pain.
Uncle Walter, Aunt Violet, Ron and Kevin, We were shocked to hear of Karen's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Rest In Peace cousin.
My condolences to the the whole family. Karen was one of a kind. RIP Karen you are at peace now.