JOLLY , Karen Lucille Jolly

Passed away peacefully at Mariposa House Hospice on Friday August 8th, 2025, with the Love of her life, Husband of 59 years and best friend David Jolly at her side, at the age of 78. Karen was born in Toronto, predeceased by her parents Sylvester and Lucille Higgins.

Loving Sister to Patrick Higgins (Gayle), Don Higgins (Ginny), Marilyn Jackman (Ted), Shirley Weatherbed (John). Loving Mother to Neal Jolly (Theresa), and Stephen Jolly. Loving Grandmother to Brad, Scott, Samantha, and Grace. Loving Great Grandmother to Keira, Jayda, Koltin, and JoLee-Ann. Karen was kind hearted, Loving, Caring, and hard working, but her Family always came first, no matter what challenges life threw at her. She will be deeply missed by many people.

We, the Jolly family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you friends and family that visited and called and helped us all get through this. Sandy and George Wessell, Stan and Elaine Goodrick, and Aunt Gayle we extend an extra special thank you for the Love you showed our mom and our family.

The family would also like to offer a sincere thank you to all the staff at the hospital and hospice who gave our mom nothing but compassion and the best care possible.

In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place a celebration of Karen’s life may be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Mariposa House Hospice through the Simcoe Funeral Home, 38 James St E. Orillia (705) 327-0221. Messages of condolence are welcomed at www.simcoefuneralhome.ca.

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