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Karen Joanne Christl

January 26, 1956 – October 17, 2025

Smiling woman with glasses and blonde hair

Surrounded by her family and friends, Karen passed away on Friday October 17, 2025, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a short battle with cancer.

Beloved Mother to son, Adam (Carlee) and daughter Laura (Travis).

Loving gramma to Tristan, Aisling and Adeline.

Dear sister to Patti (Amit), aunt to Jamie (Josh) and great aunt to Emma.
Karen will truly be missed.

The family extends their sincere gratitude to all the doctors and wonderful nurses at Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their wonderful care and compassion.

A Celebration of Karen’s life will be held at a later date. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE (1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, 905-579-6787).

If you would like to make a charitable donation in Karen’s honour, please consider Lakeridge Health Oshawa Cancer Centre.

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