Obituary of Karen SWANSON

Karen Ann Swanson (52) passed away suddenly, March 10, 2008 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. She was born January 30, 1956 in Derry, NH; to Helen Carey and Norman Swanson.Karen moved to Lake Havasu City 32 years ago from Derry, New Hampshire. She has been employed by Gallagher's Pub & Dining for the past 15 years. Karen enjoyed sewing, making hand made crafts, needle pointing, gardening (she hated those weeds) and remodeling her homes.She has survived by her son Justin Thurnbauer (LHC), sisters, Margaret Micca (NY) and Jo-Ann Stedwell (LHC), and her extended family; Rick, Tiler and Miner and all her friends who knew and loved her from the bar.A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 15,2008 at Lietz- Fraze Chapel at 2 pm. Words of comfort and inspiration will be expressed by Rev. Richard Rounds. A Celebration of life will follow the service at Gallagher's Pub & Dining. All are welcome.In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made in Karen's name to the charity of your choice.Condolences and thoughts can be made to his family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.comArrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.