Karen Ann Lohrman, 58, of Wilson Borough, PA passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Monday, September 8, 2014 in Easton Hospital after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born March 1, 1956 in Wilson Borough, she was the daughter of Lester and Helen (Willever) Lohrman of Williams Twp., PA. She was a 1974 graduate of Wilson Area High School and a 1978 graduate of Susquehanna University. She had been the Borough Manager for Wilson Borough for ten years and the Borough secretary for six years. Prior to that she had been in banking.
Karen was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Easton where she was active in the Altar Guild, Daughters of the King and had served on Vestry and was a former Junior Warden. She was a life member of Sigma Kappa Sorority and had played in a local volleyball league for several years.
She is survived by her parents: Lester and Helen; a brother: Greg and his wife Kim of Williams Township; three nephews: Lucas and his wife Nicole of Bushkill Twp., PA, Heath and his wife Aparna of London, England, Nicholas of Hellertown; two great-nieces: Madison and Brynn; and partner: Michael Collins with whom she resided.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 14) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. The interment will be private in Northampton Memorial Shrine.
A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2014 in Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden St., Easton.
Memorial Contributions: May be made to the church, 234 Spring Garden St., Easton, PA 18042 or to the American Cancer Society, 393 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Charley & Gloria Marsteller
September 9, 2014 at 9:02 pm
We are deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Karen. She was a kind and caring person who was liked by all. The entire family will be in our prayers. May your fond memories of Karen live on forever.
Dave Woglom
September 10, 2014 at 1:49 pm
I worked with Karen for many years in her role as Borough Manager. She did a thorough and fabulous job. More importantly, she was a superb person who cared about people. She was genuine and sincere. Our community has lost a valued member.
Joan & John Ryan
September 11, 2014 at 10:29 am
So sorry to hear about your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Oncology Unit at Easton Hospital
September 12, 2014 at 6:03 am
Dear Mr/Mrs Lohrman, Michael and extended family,
Words are never adequate in moments like these. We will say though that our hearts go out to you, and we will always remember Karen and her brave battle with her unfortunate illness.
She had such a beautiful spirit and was so easy to love and admire.
We wish you all the best, as we will continue to fight for a cure in loving memory of Karen, and all those that have departed before her.
May God continue to Bless all of you with His eternal love.
With love and prayers from all of us.
Wilga (Compton) Grube
September 14, 2014 at 12:15 pm
Dear Mr/Mrs Lohrman and family,
Sorry to hear about Karen’s illness and passing. She was friendly and kind to everyone. Prayers to the whole family.
Ed and Pamela (Derkac) Cove
September 14, 2014 at 2:29 pm
We were deeply saddened to learn the news of Karen’s passing. May it help you to know that we offer our sincere prayers, sympathy, and support at this most difficult time. She was truly the epitome of dedication, love, support, and determination. And, to me, a great friend. May your days begin to have light again. Try to take comfort from family and friends and knowing that she is no longer suffering. We wish you much continued strength and may her memory live on within you.
Bob Crosen
September 15, 2014 at 10:07 am
Les, Helen, and family, my most sincere condolences on the loss of your precious daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you.