Submitted by: Dan Rich
Nov. 13, 1950 - Sept. 29, 2008
South Bend Tribune 10/1/2008
MISHAWAKA - Karen Samuels, 57, born to and survived by
Fred and Bea Samuels of Mishawaka, IN, passed away on Monday,
September 29, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived
by her sisters, Kathy White and Shelly Wolvos; her
brothers, James and John Samuels; her children, Kayte
(Rhynearson) Wanko, Jessica (Rhynearson) Keifer and
Liz (Radics) Baldwin; and her grandchildren, Matthew and
Alex Baldwin, and Caeden Rhynearson. Karen was a runner, a
skydiver, a scuba diver, a snow skier, a salmon fisherman, a
world traveler and an artist, but most of all she was a loyal
friend, devout Christian, loving family member and an untiring
humanitarian. She was committed to sharing her love and
friendship with people with disabilities through her volunteer
work with Luvability Ministries and Hope Affiliates Open Door
Residency Program.
A celebration of Karen's life will be held Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at 1900 Briar Road. In lieu of flowers, Karen's family would appreciate donations be made in her name to Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids