Obituaries
Karen Lynne Gelnett Petersheim, 60
May 10, 2018
Karen Lynne Gelnett Petersheim, 60, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Ephrata Hospital.
She was born in DuBois, PA, daughter of Mildred Spicher Gelnett Dillingham of DuBois and the late Donald Gelnett.
She worked as a beautician for many years in the Lancaster and surrounding areas. She made her home with Robert (Rock) Willenbrock in New Holland. She loved gardening, flowers, and spending time with family and friends.
Karen is survived by her mother and stepfather, William Dillingham of Narvon, PA; her son Adam and his wife Amber and their two children, Asher and Aubriella; her sister, Colleen Snyder and family of Penfield, PA; her brother, Donald (Butch) Gelnett and his wife Peggy and their family of Bowmansville, PA; and her stepsister, Denise Dillingham of Denver, PA
At her request there will be no viewing of funeral services. A memorial will be held at the family’s convenience at a later date.
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Condolences to the Family
December 30, 2018
I am terribly sorry to hear the passing of Karen. I was once a part of the family many years ago (she was my mother in law).
i have kept her family in my prayers and will continue to do so!
Gods peace
jeff
June 05, 2018
I first met Karin in Vo-Tech around 1974 or 1975..We were only acquaintances then, but re-connected years later! She was very energetic and amiable to all that she met! She was my hairdresser for many years, as well as my hubby’s.. She loved her flowers and gardening.. For the last 10 years, she was one of my best friends and confidantes..I am so saddened by her death.. I still want to pick up the phone and call her! She will be missed by many!! My condolences to Rock and Adam and his family! Love, Malinda and Earl Malinda Smith
May 31, 2018
I met Karen through working at Holiday Hair in New Holland and boy what a woman she was. Never afraid to speak her mind. My heart hurts for her loved ones in this tragic time. She will be missed greatly.
Mena
May 27, 2018
I wish to express my sincerest condolence to Karen’s family. I met Karen in our senior year of high school through a mutual friend in the Cosmetology Class. We dated through the year. I thought she was the love of my life. Upon graduation I entered the Navy. I never saw her again. I often thought it would be nice to see her again. After all these years, it hurts to read this sad news.
Jerre Hockenbrocht, Manhiem Twp. Class of 1975
May 21, 2018
Adam, please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your mother. I have thought about you two so much since preschool days. She and you meant so much to me. Have wondered so many times where you were and how you and your family were doing. Your Mom was a very special person. She left so many wonderful memories with me. Wonderful Lady! Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Priscilla Sears,your preschool teacher. Much Love!
May 20, 2018
I was very saddened to see this obituary. I was one of Karen’s high school friends and we spent a lot of time together and connected off and on throughout the years. I would like to send my heartfelt sympathy to the family for their loss.
Sincerely,
Vicki (Getz) Cresci
