Friday, May 8, 2020 at 12:00 a.m.
Wesko, Karen
It is with a great sense of sadness and loss that the family of Karen announces her passing at the age of 54. Karen passed away in her sleep at home after a valiant battle with cancer.
It is with a great sense of sadness and loss that the family of Karen announces her passing at the age of 54. Karen passed away in her sleep at home after a valiant battle with cancer.
Karen leaves to mourn her husband, Kevin, and their children, Sydney (Jordan) and Blair, as well as her mother, Wilma Davison; sister, Christi (Robin), and sisters-in-laws, Margret, Maureen (Jim) and Paddy, numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Karen was predeceased by her grandparents, her sister Jody (2012), and her father Jim (2019).
Karen was born in Calgary as the second-eldest child of Jim & Wilma Davison. She attended school in Pincher Creek and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from the U of C through the U of L. She met her beloved husband, Kevin Wesko, and the two were married on May 13, 1989 in Lethbridge. Karen had a love for reading, enjoyed camping and playing cards. She was talented in the kitchen, and had a relaxed, fun, loving generous personality.
A small celebration is being held for immediate family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Interfaith Food Bank.
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I was shocked to come across this post by accident. Karen was extremely dear to me in the early 80's and I will never forget her...so sorry to hear of this for her family.
Another angel who earned her wings way too soon. Karen was an amazing person in life and will be watching over all of us with the same love she showed everybody. Rest in Peace Karen, free from suffering. You will be missed.
My deepest condolences to your family at this time. I knew Karen from high school and church. She was always a shining point in every room.
So very sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I worked with Karen. Karen was the most friendly, helpful, and caring person you could ever meet. Karen always had a friendly hello and a hug for all who crossed her path. Karen will be missed at the office, but her memory will linger on forever. Sincere condolences to all of Karen's family.
It is with such sadness we must part with this beautiful young woman, daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend to so many. So many special memories we will cherish a lifetime. My deepest sympathies to all. I dearly loved this girl.
I knew Karen for 10 years through work and she was so fun and kind. She was always the one I loved talking to about our gardening plans and any projects we had been working on. I loved her sense of humor, she was always good for a laugh. She is really missed in the office.
My kindest thoughts go out to Kevin and their children; Karen was a good friend, a colleague at the College, and a fellow Social Worker. Wishing you and your family peace at this very sad time.
So sorry for to hear the loss of Karen. A wonderful daughter, wife and mother. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincere condolences to all of Karens' family. Such a sad loss.
I have known Karen since May 20, 2012. I had the pleasure of interviewing her and could tell immediately just how wonderful a fit she would be for the position. In addition, from the perspective of AMA, Karen oozed TYLF, even prior to TYLF being our corporate philosophy at AMA. I last interacted with Karen on her birthday. Those that knew Karen, know that there was one thing she was guarded about, her age. So me being me, I took every opportunity to joke about her "advancing age, and being sooo much older than I am. In reality, we are quite close in age and joked about it often. I knew she was not doing well, and when I would text her, there were good days to text with Karen and there were days that were not as good. I truly hoped this would not be the last birthday I would be able to tease her about her age... We started our work relationship and I was her "boss" I dislike this term but that was the one she would use
Saddened to hear the loss of Karen. Our condolences to all the family at this sad time, passing at such a young age.
Blair, Sydney and Kevin - Sending thought and prayers to you and your family during this time.
KEVIN, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Cheryle Donaldson
Karen was the epitome of warmth, kindness and caring. Her laughter and her light was always around her and I am so very sorry to hear of her passing. I am grateful that I had the privilege of crossing paths with this wonderful woman. My thoughts are with all of her family and loved ones during this very difficult time.
Kevin, we were so sorry to hear about Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
I'm very sorry for your loss. She was an awesome person and I always enjoyed her company.