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Karen S. Marshall, 74

July 30, 2022

Karen Sue (Harr) Marshall of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 30, 2022. Karen was born on November 3, 1947, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Paul Glenn and Edna P. (Yeskey) Harr. On December 17, 1967, in State College, PA, Karen married David L. Marshall and enjoyed 54 wonderful years of marriage. Karen’s home was always warm and welcoming for family and friends. The most exceptional mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, she delighted in spending time with her family and adored her 12 grandchildren. Karen worked for years in the home and with her husband in his private veterinary practice. She enjoyed travelling with her family and husband, having gone on multiple mission trips over the past 30 years. She and David often hosted missionaries from around the world as well as various student groups. Karen is survived by her loving husband, David L. Marshall; 4 daughters, Kimberly M. Seitzinger (Jerry) of Collegeville, PA, Kirstin M. Lear (John) of Shepherdstown, WV, Nicole L. Marshall of Lewes, DE, and Lauren M. Mattei of West Chester, PA; 2 sisters, Kathie Corman of Spring Mills, PA, and Heidi Ross of Jenkintown, PA; 11 grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Harr, and her granddaughter, Ashton Lear.

There are many things for which she will be remembered, but we will never forget Karen’s faith in God and love for her family and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2022, starting at 3:00 pm at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. The family will receive friends from 2:30 pm until the time of the service.

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August 12, 2022

Dear David, my heart is aching with yours at Karen’s passing. I’m so thankful that Gary Irwin flagged me down yesterday- your tribute to Karen and so many aspects of the service Blessed this old friend’s heart. How precious to know that your dear wife is safe home. Much love to you all from Dave and Tina Park

August 09, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. As a work colleague, I heard David often speak so lovingly of his wife and the family they built together. I regret having never met Karen but I could tell from David’s reflections that theirs was a special love.

August 09, 2022

Dave and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your loving Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Denny & Vickie Bressler

August 09, 2022

Please accept our heartfelt condolences to you Dave and your family. Marty and Gerry Ilgen

August 09, 2022

Dave, so sorry for your family’s loss of Karen!  So many wonderful memories of our friendship in school.  Loved when whole family.  God give you strength and peace.  Sally

August 07, 2022

Dear Dave and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. I have thought of Karen many times over the years since high school. 

August 07, 2022

Dear Dave and Family,  Our thoughts and prayers for you and yours.  Roy and Gay Arney  Homan

August 06, 2022

Dear Dave and family, we are extending our sincere condolences to all of you.  Karen was a fun friend when we were teenagers at PV and such a wonderful person!

August 05, 2022

Dave and family, our sincere condolences to you on the loss of Karen.  Paul and Betty Dietrich 

August 05, 2022

So sorry to hear about Karen’s passing.  Such a pretty & sweet girl from my class.  Thoughts & prayers to the family.
Sincerely, Peggy Hironimus Barger 

August 04, 2022

Dearest Dave and girls,  Our hearts are very sad for you all during this most difficult time.  We have such fond memories of your whole family as we all raised our children at Willowdale.  Sending love and our deepest sympathies to you all.  Karen was a wonderful mom, wife to you all and a friend to us and leaves us with many rich memories.  God bless — Deb & Ken Leffew

Visitation
Thursday, August 11, 2022
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Calvary Church
1051 Landis Valley Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
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Lancaster, PA 17601
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