Yoos, Karen Celeste

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KAREN CELESTE YOOS, beloved mother of Dee Yoos of Fort Macleod, passed away tragically on July 18, 2015 at the age of 62 years.

Besides her loving daughter, she is survived by her mother, Emily Hamling, sisters Jan (Tom) Suley, Glenda (Dennis) Schatz, Bonnie (Glen) Campbell and their children; Les (Ali), Gene (Jen), Andrea (Cory), Lee (Tara), Kim (Steve), Taylor and Jordan, 9 great nieces and nephews as well as Dee's special guardian, Sam Thorne.

She was predeceased by her dad, Leslie Hamling (1971).

Karen had many great jobs and touched many people with her caring personality, as they touched her. She had a passion for tourism and loved to promote local history, especially through her job at "Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump". Karen grew in her faith with the WOW Living Gospel Church. She will be missed by all, especially on our annual "Sisters Weekend".

Karen was totally devoted to her special Dee Dee whom will miss her gentle touch.

An Interment Service for Karen's family and close friends will be held at ARCHMOUNT CEMETERY, 2650 Westside Drive West, Lethbridge, AB., on Friday, July 24 at 11:00 A.M.

A Celebration of Karen's Life will follow the Interment Service and take place at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge at 2:00 P.M. with Reverends Randy and Cheryl Lubeck officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Karen can be made to The Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association, RR8-24-6, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P4

My deepest heartfelt condolences to Dee and family. I had the pleasure of working with Karen for the last 3 1/2 years. She was so kind and such a great friend, we always found time for a daily chat even if it lasted only a few minutes. I know how much she loved Dee and my heart truly breaks for her but I know even in death Karen will still be watching over her angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, she will be dearly missed by all at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. RIP my friend. <3

Andrea Girolami, August 6, 2015

I met Karen when I took at summer position at the Visitor Information Centre in Fort Macleod in 2009. I remember going into the job in sort of an odd and uncomfortable place in my life. Karen became a dear friend and a mentor for me over that summer, and I will be forever grateful for all of her wonderful advice and caring personality. Her words of wisdom are something that has stayed with me to this day. She had an amazing smile and an infectious laugh, and I will miss her dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this time. Rest in Peace Karen.

Lindsay Williamson, July 25, 2015

I met Karen when I was part of the Fort Macleod Preschool Board, and she became the teacher's assistant. She was a wonderful addition to our preschool, and very well liked by everyone. Her calm and kind way with the children was always appreciated, and the children all loved her. I am very sorry to hear about her death, my thoughts are with all of you.

Yvonne Medema, July 25, 2015

Karen was a bright light for our program(Project READ) while she was with us. Her love for Dee and her commitment to the community came through in all her activities. We will miss her in the community. Our thoughts are with the family at this time.

T.Marie Schooten, July 24, 2015

Sorry to hear of your loss of Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you peace and comfort you at this tragic time and know that time will lessen the pain and grief , but her memory will live on forever in your hearts.

Larry & Ida Ehnes, July 23, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathies at your loss of a very special daughter, sister, mother and friend. Karen was a classmate at Olds College, and she was always a lot of fun to be with. I am afraid I lost touch with her sometime in the late 80's, as I was moving quite a lot, and was no longer travelling through Picture Butte, where I had visited a few times. I did see her in Fort Macleod a few times as I also had family there. She will be greatly missed.

Barb Tomik, July 23, 2015

My sincere condolences to Karen's family. She and I were classmates in the Olds College Animal Health program. Karen was always so full of energy, always smiling and so much fun to be around. Gone way too soon. Sincerely, Barb Bjorkeland.

Barb Bjorkeland, July 23, 2015

To Karen's Family-- Karen and I lost touch after first, she left the College in Lethbridge, and then, I retired from the ESL program, but before that she and I spent many hours working together and chit-chatting amicably. I was so saddened to read about her passing and send my sincerest sympathy to all of you. She was a truly lovely person and I know she worked so hard to be the best of mothers, sisters, daughters and aunts.

Judy Hasinoff, July 22, 2015

May the memories of Karen help you find peace. Keep those memories close in your heart. From our family to yours - love & hugs "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us" - Helen Keller

Pete & Dee Giesbrecht, July 22, 2015

To Karen's Family, Our deepest sympathy to you all with the tragic loss of your precious Karen. May your many memories of good times together be a comfort to you. Take care....Jacquie & Terry Doran

Jacquie & Terry Doran, July 22, 2015

My sincere condolences, Karen was a bubbly person, always happy to see you and had such a positive out look on life. I had the pleasure of getting to know Karen when she worked for me at Cleo in both Lethbridge Centre and Park Place locations. Amy, Myra and myself are deeply saddened to learn of her passing.

Shana Sanregret, July 22, 2015

Yoos, Karen Celeste

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