Obituary for Karen A. Franey

Condolence From: Monica Shimo, Stow, OH
Condolence: Harry, this is Monica Shimo's son Joseph, I want to send condolences on behalf of Monica. Monica was good friends with her from Jazzercize in the 1980's and 90's before she moved away. Monica and Karen had such good times at Jazzercise, Monica used to sit right up in the front, attending sometimes even twice a week. Monica's husband died in 2015 and we did not hear about Karen, I am sorry. Unfortunately, Monica died just this past Sunday and I was trying to get ahold of Karen to tell her. I am sure they have met up in Heaven and are having a grand time, just like they used to. Best Wishes

Condolence From: Ken and Sue Bonvallet, Westerville, OH
Condolence: We remember Karen fondly from our neighborhood dining group many years ago. Condolences to her family.

Condolence From: Debbie Shifflett, Lewis Center, OH
Condolence: My prayers and thoughts are with your family. Karen was an inspiration to me and I always felt like I could concur the world after taking her jazzercise class. She made a difference in my life with her positive and happy attitude and her contagious laugh. May God's blessings and love of comfort be with you all.

Condolence From: Mari Holcomb, Westerville, Ohio
Condolence: My sincere condolences to Karen's Family.
I was one of Karen's jazzercise students for over 18 years.
Karen always had a smile for everyone and was dedicated to health and having fun in life.
She was an inspiration to everyone that knew her and found her passion in life with Jazzercise and her students.

Mari Holcomb

Condolence From: Denise Kerber, Sunbury, OH
Condolence: Karen was a beautiful person inside and out and has been an inspiration to me for many years. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Condolence From: Barbara Dove, Leland, MI
Condolence: Sending condolences to Karen's family.
I first met her in 1990, when I moved to Westerville, and a neighbor invited me to join her at a Jazzercise class. My first impression was that she was doing 15 things at once; selling things, teaching things, raising kids, etc. What energy and motivation! I've gotten to know her better in later years and understand what a special friend she was to to many and nothing was too much trouble. She was multitalented and a tremendously hard worker. I believe she may have lived 100 years in her 66. May she rest in peace and without pain.

Condolence From: Lynda Long, Lewis Center, OH
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy--Karen was a great lady. Fond memories of the block parties in front of your house -- how fitting. I agree with Harry in that the party started when Karen walked in.

Condolence From: Beverly Wickline, Lewis center, Ohio
Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss.Karen was a beautiful person that could light up a room, she touched so many lives, she will be missed.

Condolence From: Maryse Gonzalez, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: Harry, Tricia, Paul and family, my sincere sympathy for the loss of your beloved Karen. She was the first person when I moved to Westerville to be my friend. Over the years we lost touch, but a few years ago she had me over to the house for dinner. It felt like we had never been apart! That is how she made everyone feel! She was simply the best at loving everyone!

Condolence From: Richard Harris, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with the Franey family during this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you all.

R.T. Harris

Condolence From: Earle and Rachel Gangestad, Westerville, Ohio
Condolence: We are so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. The Franey’s lived behind us for over 30 years. They were the best neighbors you could ever ask for. When ever Karen was outside she was always so bubbly and wonderful to talk to - God Bless you Karen!!

Condolence From: Jackie Smith, Westerville, OH
Condolence: I joined Karen's Jazzercise class in 1981 and never left. She was a warm and wonderful instructor, always so positive and encouraging. She was funny too - we heard a lot of family stories over the years, which we always enjoyed.

My sincerest condolences on Karen's passing. We will miss her.

Condolence From: Liz Hutchinson, Beavercreek, Ohio
Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Karen as my next door neighbor and many years since. She had a heart of gold and will be greatly missed.
Liz

Condolence From: Philip and Evelyn Morrison, Westerville, Ohio
Condolence: Our heads are still spinning over this news. Karen was such a joy to know and we feel blessed to have had that opportunity. She had the most positive outlook on life that we have ever seen. To know Karen was to love her.

We are so sorry about your loss,we just thank God for the time we had with her.(Phil worked with her)

Blessings,
Phil and Evelyn Morrison

Condolence From: Mary Hinderer, Granville, Ohio
Condolence: Words seem inadequate to express such sorrow. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort from God and the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Praying for courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
My heart is with you all...
Mary Hinderer
A Jazzercise Friend

Condolence From: GIL MASON, BANDERA, TEXAS
Condolence: To Harry and all the Franey families,
My deepest condolences go out to you during this sad time.