VERSTRAETE, Karen (nee Burnett)
August 17, 1960 - July 30, 2022
Passed away peacefully, at Hospice Niagara at approximately 7:43 am on Saturday at 61 years of age. Survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Chris. Lovingly remembered by her mother, Norma (Alan), daughters: Emma (Matt) and Sophie, sister, Lynn (Vince), niece, Ashleigh (Joe), furry grandchildren (Minnie & Marie) and family & friends.
After nine long years of battling metastatic breast cancer, our strong and beautiful Karen, made her journey to heaven. She was an incredible fighter and was stubborn until the very end. She was a caring mother and devoted friend to many. An amazing cook, she enjoyed good food, great wine, loved doing crafts and going on road trips over the years.
Special thanks to the NHS - Walker Family Cancer Centre, Saint Elizabeth Health Care and Hospice Niagara for all the loving care given during her battle with cancer. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family and everyone who knew her. Donations to Hospice Niagara will be gratefully accepted in her memory.
To honour Karen there will be a private family gathering. Arrangements entrusted to Considerate Cremation & Burial Services, 26 Nihan Drive, St. Catharines (between Lake Street & Scott Street), 289-362-1144. Online condolences may be made at CCBSCares.ca