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Patricia Lou “Pat” Karr, 85

July 23, 2025

Patricia Lou “Pat” Karr, 85, of Ephrata entered into eternal rest, July 23, 2025. Born in Strasburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Tom Mills and Mary (Stucky) Mills.

She was married to John Robert Karr for 63 years. In addition to her husband John, she is survived by her daughter Jami, and her most beloved, Lia. Also surviving is a sister Peggy Simmons, wife of Carl of Charleston, SC. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, A1C Jeffrey T. Karr.

Kindly omit flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

A Private Family & Friend Service will take place at 11AM on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584. Interment will follow in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the funeral home on Wednesday.

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Condolences to the Family

July 29, 2025

We would like to express our condolences to your family in this time of loss.  May you feel the peace of God.
Pat attended our church several years ago and we were glad to get to know her.  
Diane Weaver, Admin. Assistant for Groffdale Mennonite Church

July 28, 2025

Jamie and Family  I’m so very sad to hear passing of your Mom  I knew since I was a little kid and my Mom loved her  Sending healing hugs to all of you.
Jeannie Ricci

July 27, 2025

Jami, I am so sorry!!! My deepest sympathies. You and your Dad are in my thoughts and prayers!!! Robbin Finkbiner 

July 27, 2025

Jami I am so sorry for your loss.  She was, she was, she was a wonderful woman!🩷
Cathy Sheaffer- Dull

Visitation
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory
2421 Willow Street Pike
Willow Street, Pennsylvania 17584
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