Words cannot describe how sad and heart breaking this loss of Karen. I can still see her smile and hear her infectious laugh. My deepest condolences to all the family. We lost someone very special.

I was so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Karen this week. She was a lovely person.

Thinking of her boys, parents and all the family during this very difficult time.

Heidi Windsor-Scott

Please accept our sincere condolences to All the Family! Jean Andrews & Paul Haines, Newfoundland

With heavy hearts we send our deepest condolences to all of Karens Family and Friends. Thank you for the great memories we got to make over our Christmas visits with all of you. You will be dearly missed. All our love.

Kurtis, Brooke, Charleigh, and Dawson Rideout

I went to high school with Karen and we loss touch over the years. I was so very saddened to here this news. Karen was an amazing person --very kind and sweet with a beautiful smile who was loved by her friends. My condolsecences to her family. My your find strength in all the lives she touched.

Words cannot express fully my sorrow and heartache in the passing of my beloved friend Karen. Karen and I began our friendship during our High School years in Mount Pearl, NFLD. She quickly became someone I loved dearly, for so many reasons, and was my first “girlfriend” in life. I was actually quite a goofball back then so I’m not entirely sure how she put up with me but she did and we enjoyed a special friendship which I will always cherish fully. Karen was always incredibly kind and caring, thoughtful and sincere, genuine and real. She had so much love to give. I feel truly blessed to have shared many lasting memories with Karen and I shall hold onto those forever.

My heart goes out fully to the Noel family, to Dave and Vi, Rod, Steve and Wade with whom I also had the pleasure of sharing special moments with. An absolutely beautiful family who always made me feel warm and welcome. Words truly cannot express my sympathy for you during this beyond difficult time. My heart goes out to you.

To Fernando and the boys, of whom I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting, my deepest condolences to you. I know your Mom loved you immensely and spoke of you often with great pride and joy.

RIP Noelly, your beautiful soul will always remain in our hearts.

Eleanor and I met Karen at SAIT about four years ago and quickly formed a study group (first night) and long standing friendship ever since. No one else could carry off those white framed glasses like she did! Her smile was contagious and it drew us towards her effortlessly. We took all remaining courses together and really enjoyed our time. Meetups started with studying and ended up with great food and laughs. We both admired Karen’s dedication towards obtaining her goal of a University degree. We celebrated Birthdays, Christmas and even one St Patrick’s day together - with Karen around, gatherings were lively. Karen was a proud Mom of Jay and Jarrett and spoke of them often in a caring way. She was always generous with her time, advice and very hospitable with us spending many evenings at the condo, Big Hills Spring and even fishing at the Bottrel place. Karen was very organized in arranging all these times. At our last dinner together she was excited that family was coming to visit and the prospect of rafting the Bow. Karen was a good caring person both inside and out She is a huge loss, we cannot comprehend how we are going to meet up again without her. Our sincere condolences to Karen’s family.

Eleanor & Joan

When I first met Karen we were around six or seven. Throughout our childhood and teen years I spent some holidays and weeks every summer with the Noel family . Even though Karen was only a year older , She became the big sister I never had . Karen gave the best advice and the best hugs and was always there when I needed someone. After high school Karen moved and I stayed a Newfoundland. We lost touch for a few years , one day out of the blue Karen called to tell me about a man she met ( Fernando). We touched base Sporadically. She called to tell me about her son’s , with so much love in her voice as she was speaking . Dave , Vi , Wade , Rod & Steve I cannot tell you how truly sorry I am , my heart breaks for your loss.To Fernando and Julian and Jarrett and family , Karen truly was an amazing lady.

. Rest In Peace my beautiful childhood friend I will Cherish our memories together always and forever love you .

I also met Karen this year when she joined our line dance class. Please accept my condolences to your families during this difficult time.

While I did not know Karen personally, my heart goes out to her brother Stephen and all her extended family. I cannot imagine what you must be all going through. Such a tragic loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. Stay close with each other during this difficult time.

When I think of Karen, I think of someone who loved life and lived it to the fullest. She was such a wonderful nurturer, incredibly thoughtful, organizer extraordinaire and generous to all around her. We knew Karen through Jay. My son, Reilly, met Jay in grade 3 and they became immediate friends. Karen often invited Reilly along to the farm, to the house in Bears Paw, and when we eventually moved back to Toronto, Reilly would spend time each summer with the Peris family in Calgary, where he was welcomed as a member of the family. She also extended her warmth and friendship to me, Ken (the other Newfie) and Justin. I can't believe she is gone. She is such a huge loss. Karen was the BEST example of living life to the fullest. Your hearts must be breaking. Look up to the sky each night and know she is guiding you on your paths. She was one of the good ones.

Karen was a line dancer in my classes. She will be missed and remembered by so many dancers who knew her. She was a most gracious and caring person.

We will celebrate her life and accomplishments. Keep dancing Karen up in heaven!

We are so sorry at the loss of our friend, and for the last year, co-worker. Karen's dedication to all facets of her life knew no bounds. We were lucky to have been a part of her life for the last 20 plus years. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.

I am so saddened to learn of Karen’s passing. Though I haven’t seen her since our days in Mount Pearl I have only good memories and will remember her fondly in spite of the Mount Pearl curl which I wore for several years lol. My most heartfelt condolences to her Husband and Children.

We met Karen a couple of times. Most notably was when she was painting David's nursery. Her talent, smile and "all in" attitude, was a pleasure to experience. Our condolences to Karen's family, extended family and all who are missing her so much.

Taken too soon.

The Harpers

My heart felt condolences to Karen’s husband, her children and her family. I had the pleasure of meeting Ken and becoming friends in Elementary school. She was a kind and loving person who treated everyone with respect. I have many fond memories of being at her house hanging out, watching movies and often staying over for supper at times. Rest In Peace dear friend you memory will remain with all who had the pleasure of knowing you. To her husband and children I send along a hug and prayers of peace in the coming days and years ahead. To Mr and Mrs Noel and Karen’s brothers i wish I were able to hug you all. Always remember her with her smile and laugh. XO

I am so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. My sincere condolences to Fernando and family. Dexter

I met Karen as a Rundle mom. Her laughter/smiles and humor always could brighten any day or situation. Karen left me a very extensive "Bucket List" on my 50th Birthday. Sadly her own Bucket List has been cut short, but I know that as a family you will remember and cherish every adventure and gathering you had with her. I have no pictures to share, as Karen was very camera shy. I do have many memories of playground chats, lunches, celebrations and her kind and caring support of all us.

Karen you will be forever in my thoughts, I will carry your memory and hold close to my heart those moments we had a chance to share.

you will be missed by so many

Love Ruth and on behalf of Les, Noah and Anthony Kende

So sorry to here this today! My deepest condolences to her husband, kids and family. I went to high school with Karen....her smile, laugh and the way she would squeeze the crap out of you when she gave you a hug!! Rest in peace Noelly!

To Karen's family,

We are so sorry for your loss and we are still in shock that she is gone.

The world was a better place because of Karen. She was such an incredible lady with a heart of gold and truly was one of a kind!

The three of us were reminiscing about our family get togethers and it brought smiles and tears to our faces.

Karen, I will miss our lunches, talks and friendship.

Forever in our hearts,

Love Simon, Leanne and Josh Hawkshaw

I am so very sorry for your loss and I still can not believe she is gone. She was an amazing woman and great friend. She would be there for anyone and always working far too hard.

I miss Karen so much and I can not even imagine the grief you are all feeling. My condolences to her family and to everyone that Karen had known as there is a huge whole to fill from such an amazing woman. I will miss her laugh and just her, all of her.

To Karen's broad-reaching family, her many friends, and to all that had the privilege to have known her, we send our love. The world has become a little dimmer with her passing. We met 21 years ago, and it took about one minute to learn that this person was special. Karen loved life. She loved laughing -- I'm not that funny -- and it was infectious. Karen had the ability to make everyone feel special. In her incredibly busy world, she always found time for others, to shower them with gifts, flowers, and her genuine kindness and love. Karen will never be forgotten, her positive impact on everyone she knew will live on. I can clearly see her in my memory, ready to burst into laughter, her kind eyes filled with an exuberance for life. We are all so much richer for having known Karen. It seems her beautiful human heart that gave so much wanted a well-deserved rest but her loving soul lives on.

Dear Karen, thank you for your friendship. You will be remembered always.

With love, Barb and Con Sprenger

I want to send Karen's family my sympathies on behalf of my family. During Jay's time at Rundle, I had the privilege of getting to know Karen through our kids, and it wasn't until we just reconnected four months ago that our friendship really took off. We shared a lot of similarities. Her friendly demeanour, gentle voice, infectious smile, and sense of humour had a profound effect on my life. We took line dancing lessons, which we really enjoyed. Together, we experienced a return to adolescence. We were unable to stop giggling. We attended dinners, shows, movies, concerts, and most recently, stampede. She even persuaded me to try a hot dog after a prolonged hiatus. Additionally, we had discussed future trips we could take together. I don't know why, but we had a unique bond. She was undoubtedly unique and an angel who God took from us too soon. She had an enormous amount of love for her friends and family, and she was always very proud of her children. Her lovely smile and great sense of humour will always be in my memory. I will continue taking dancing classes in honour of "My Young Lady," as I would refer to her, and I will never forget Karen as long as I live. I want to thank you for your amazing friendship and I am so happy I was able to know you during your time on earth.

Viv

My deepest sympathy to Karen’s family and friends. I was shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Karen was a kind and thoughtful soul with a great sense of humor and warm heart. She was a great support to me during some difficult challenges in my life and I will always be grateful to have known her.

Allan and I want to send our condolences to Karen’s family. We both went to high school with Karen. She was an amazing person and friend. The most beautiful smile and heart.

To the loving family and friends of Karen, we are thoroughly heartbroken as we know you all are and extend our most heartfelt condolences. Her great beauty on the outside was barely comparable to her inner beauty and kindness that she so unselfishly shed on all who knew her.

We shared much laughter and many fun stories as could be seen during the celebration of her Dad’s recent 80th birthday party which she gave. There’s many photos of her there interacting with all the family and guests ensuring everyone was having a great afternoon. We watched her engage in a conversation with her brothers. They had no idea anybody else as witnessing the exchange of pure love, kindness, fun and attentiveness in their eyes as they focused on each other sharing what seemed to be a very funny secret tale.

What isn’t a secret is how hard she worked in her private life at work, raising a family, caring for her parents and being a full time student obtaining her degree.

As there isn’t any possibility to make sense of this terrible ordeal, we can only hope that you all draw on each other to try get through this difficult time. You have so many wonderful memories such as those you created this past week with all the children, grandchildren, siblings, cousins, in-laws and numerous friends.

You are all strong like Karen, the same blood runs through your bodies as did hers and she would want you to celebrate the wonder life she had and the quality of time you all shared together. She will always be with you in your hearts xoxo. We love you all, Maxine, Alex and family