Karen Sue Israel
October 13, 1953 ~ September 21, 2017
Raleigh - Karen Sue Israel, age 63, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2017. Born in Lenoir County, NC on October 13, 1953, she was the daughter of the late A. Eugene Israel of Norfolk, VA. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Israel of Goldsboro, NC.
Karen leaves behind to cherish her memory, children, Melissa Brewington and husband, Barry and children Dakotah and Caleb, of the home, Melody Bardowell and husband, Danny and children Nathan, Madalyn and Christopher of Elm City, Melinda Paris and children Anthony and Marley of Rocky Mount and Tim Paris and wife, Amanda and their child Noah of Raleigh.
To know Karen was a special treat, as she could easily light up a room with her infectious laughter and never ending personality. Karen was a lover of craftiness, as she expressed in her countless gifts to others in her crocheting, coloring, and woodworking skills. On the weekends you could find her tearing up the skating floor at Sky Vue. In later years she would be sharing a laugh with her cousin Donna, the sister she never had. Being a nurse was an honor for Karen, and she never took it lightly. She helped many people in her lifetime as they battled addiction, illness, or even motherhood! Her children cherish her cooking skills, especially collards and chicken and dumplings. Her grandchildren would easily tell you she was the best grandma in the world. She also loved her Granddog Rocky. Those closest to her might even call her “Sue” which she both loved and hated. Karen was truly a unique gift of a person and one that will be greatly missed.
A funeral Service will be held on Monday, September 25, 2017 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home. A visitation will follow the service until 3:00 PM. There will be a private burial.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Autism Society of North Carolina - Raleigh, NC, 505 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC 27605. Phone # 800-442-2762. Website: https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/donate-online/
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home Cremation Services, 661 English Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
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Do not stand at my grave and weep; I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the softly falling snow. I am the gentle showers of rain. I am the fields of ripening grain. I am the morning hush. I am the graceful rush of beautiful birds in circling flight. I am the star shine of the night. I am the flowers that bloom. I am in a quiet room. I am the birds that sing. I am in each lovely thing. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die. Mary Frye I know you will always be with me. Im so lucky to have had you in my life. You were like a second mother to me. And Im so glad I got to tell you the last time we were together how much you meant to me. I will do my best to keep all the promises that I made you. I love you, always Chrissy
I am praying for your family
I will never forget how good she was to Peter. I didnt worry about him because I knew he had a place to go on the weekends, and someone who would feed him and love him. She was a kind and generous person. I am sorry for your loss.
Karen I loved you so much as my best friend for so long, and we had some beautiful, fun times! When I think of you my heart swells but breaking right now. We sure had some memorable Times, sitting on porch, you making a little garden here when you stayed with us, and grew the best tomatoes and hot peppers in pots because we didnt have much room- crafting, watching you water your birds, always making something beautiful. -crochet, wood works, painting, trying to have a yard sale and never advertising, then getting disgusted bc we didnt sale a dollar! Laughing at our silly escapades – dressing for Halloween and just what best friends do! Your our guardian angel now, and Ill always have you in my heart. I love you my friend, until we meet again, I love you my sister
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
We had lots of good times in the 60s friend they will always be in my heart then and for every all your family were my family see you again one day love you to then.
Gracie, Karen & Billie
I worked with Karen at coastal plain.Karen was a kind hearted, loving person. the kind of person that makes a good compassionate nurse. She loved all of the patients she took care of and she never passed judgement on anybody. She always wanted to make people feel better.always tried to cheer everybody else up. I remember her bringing crafts o work that she made little things she painted. and before the end of her shift she would end up giving them away to either one of her patients or one of the staff. whichever one needed cheering up the most. Her children and grandchildren were always on her mind and the most important in her life. RIP Karen.
Jennifer Israel and Family I am truly Sorry for your loss.Sending my Condolences and lots of prayers your way.
Karen & Billie
Karen & Billie…two of my best teachers & FRIENDS! Love you both…heartgreen_heartpurple_heartyellow_heartblue_heart
Karen & Melanie A.
Karen has so many friends from Coastal Plain Hospital, she is loved and will be missed..
Karen performing @ Christmas christmas_tree (CPH).
Karen, Betty Jo, Rhonda & Billie.
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
to my lovable sister in law may she rest in eternal peace and soar with the angels
I just saw this post on Facebook today. I worked with Karen at Costal Plains and at Heritage hospital. She was one of the kindest , loving persons I ve ever known. She was smart, witty and funny. She was a real down to earth person I tried to keep up with her here from my home in Ky after we moved from NC. I will miss her for sure and I was privileged to have her as a friend. Rest easy my friend. Vel Cox, RN
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
Lit a candle in memory of Karen Sue Israel
My heart is heavy with sadness. I did not get to see you as often as I wished . But just seeing your post on facebook made me feel you were here. We went through a lot together , we fought like sisters . You will be missed .I know you are with the rest of our family. Give them all a hug for me. Love you and miss you everyday. Lilly