August 30, 2024

Ashley,  Our prayers are with you & all your family & friends.  We remember her hospitality when we visited her & Don 7 years ago.  She was so welcoming and gracious.  As a part of the Briggs family, we were so blessed with her loving care of Don.       
Uncle Rev. Ken and Aunt Bonnie Briggs

August 30, 2024

Don, Ashley and family,  We are so sorry to read of Karen’s passing. We spent many hours together when the girls played softball. I will always remember Karen’s contagious laugh. She was kind and a caring person.May she RIP.    Barb, Larry and Sara Roba

August 28, 2024

Dear Hopkins and Briggs family, my husband Bob and I are so sorry for this tragic loss. Karen was and will always be one of the truest and sweetest women God has ever created. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. My memories  of my childhood with the ‘Hopkins’ family next door, will always be some of my happiest!❤️
Peggy and Bob Burns

August 27, 2024

Our family sends condolences to all the family members who were influenced by the life of and have been impacted by the loss of Mrs. Briggs.  This is such a living tribute to your wife, mom, family, and friends. Very beautiful and touching. Ashley: Your mom passed many of those great qualities on to you! We are grateful to know your mother through you and think of you often. We just want you to know that because of your mom’s guiding influence, you too have touched the lives of so many others. We are so blessed to be one of the many! Hold fast and hold tight! 🤗
Jamie Hitchner

August 27, 2024

Kathy and Hopkins’ family,
You are all in my hearts and prayers along with the Briggs’ family at this difficult time. She was one special incredible woman and I will never forget her…I have so many wonderful memories of her to remember her by.   Love Cindy Ewaniuk

August 27, 2024

Ashley and family, Don and Kathy Decker, 
I am shocked in the passing of Karen. I met Karen and Kathy in the summer of 1969 and would keep that friendship for many years. I lived in Massachusetts and they lived in Pottsville PA. I was forced to go with my Mom to PA to visit her friends. I was introduced to Karen and Kathy and fell in love with them and their family. They were bridesmaids in my wedding and Karen is my first sons’ Godmother. As the years rolled on we got involved in our families and didn’t connect again. My love for Karen and Kathy never stopped. They helped me get through a difficult time in my life. They gave me purpose even though we were apart. I thought of them frequently even a week or two this month to the point of reaching out to her but I didn’t.
Ashley, I’m sure you know how blessed you are to have such a wonderful, caring Mom with a big personality. May you find some comfort in knowing how loved your Mom was. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. 
Kathy, I can’t imagine what you are going through. You two were so close. My heart breaks for you. Feel free to reach out through my email. I love you Kathy!
Ellie Johnson

August 27, 2024

Ashley and family, Don and Briggs’ family,
I was heartbroken to hear of the loss of Karen.  She was an incredible woman and one who was always there for someone in need including me.  It had been a while since we had talked but was recently thinking about her alot and even sent her a message before I knew she passed.  My thoughts are with you Ashley, Scott and your children…My God help you all through this difficult time.   Love
Aunt C

August 26, 2024

Don……I am so sorry for your loss….Karen was a beautiful person with an uncanny sense of humor!!…..Know it has been a very long time, but I’ll never forget the crazy times we had.  Always remembered Karen’s laugh?   such good memories.  Both you & Karen were very kind to me.(being the new kid on the block?) and I will never forget that…..loved you guys
Thinking of you thru this difficult time.  Take care of your family,, be good to yourself…..
Joan Kozemchak

August 26, 2024

Don,
Very sorry for your loss.  You and Karen had a wonderful life together, 44 years, and she will be greatly missed.  Karen was truly a people person and she helped to make others very comfortable around her.  Even though she has passed on, you and your family have wonderful memories of Karen.  It has been over 40 years since we last saw each other.  I would love to get together with you and revive our past friendship.
Donald Harakal

August 25, 2024

Kathy I am so sorry to hear about he loss of your beloved twin sister Karen. I remember you having a wonderful close relationship with her. I wish Karen a peaceful, loving journey. My rain fall softly on her feet, may the wind always be at her back & may the sun always shine on her face. Until you see her again, may God hold her in the palm of his hands. Thinking you Kathy.
Gayle Sowers Bowen

August 25, 2024

I have fond memories of my sister-in-law. Prayers for peace. We are so sorry to hear of her passing. I am truly sorry to hear of your passing.
Kate, Kaitlyn, Marissa and Evalisse Briggs

August 25, 2024

Merle and I are very sorry for the loss of Karen. She was a wonderful woman and very devoted to her husband Don. We respected and admired her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Don and her family.
Vicki and Merle Fetzer

August 25, 2024

Don and Ashley, 
  My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May Karen RIP.
God Bless,
  EdStinner

August 25, 2024

Karen was an amazing neighbor and friend. She will be remembered for all the kind things she did without ever asking for anything in return. Heaven gained a kind and gentle soul. 
Marsha and Kirk Fisher

August 25, 2024

So sorry for your loss! Karen was a wonderful person. I always enjoyed talking to her at family functions. Sincerely Donna Moyer. (Cousin to Donald)

August 24, 2024

Even though I havent known Karen for long, meeting her was just like she had been your dear friend for years.  Her death has left such an impact on me, how can this happen to one of Gods earth angels.  Loved seein her afternoons at Hot Z,s , her smile was contagious and her love for Don second to none.  God had a purpose for her and she has left her mark on me for sure.  Keep smiling Karen, Pat Barr

August 22, 2024

I spoke to Karen whenever I would see her with her beloved husband at the pool…. what a wonderful person she truly was!! I wish that I would have had the chance to get to know her better, my heart goes out to Karen’s family and friends.
Debra Miley