I am at a loss, I had no idea Karyn had passed until today. Karyn and I connected a once or twice a year (for the last ten years) for a catch up and this is what we used to refer to as our annual Christmas call. We both suffered an illness at the same time and I was so sad when Karyn told me that her recovery wasn't going as well as mine. It made me feel so guilty to know that I was fully recovered while my amazing friend was struggling. I had assumed she was improving and today when I decided to see what she was up to I found out she had passed. I am so sorry, Karyn was a ray of light in my life and I only wish I had spent more time with her. She was also one of the smartest people I knew and was always willing to share her knowledge and insight whenever I asked for it. I will miss my annual calls with her, I always told her I would visit her one day and I'm sorry this never happened. 

Karyn spoke of her father and sister with such fondness, I'm sure this is a tremendous loss for your family. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Karyn had such a positive impact on so many people. My deepest condolences. 

My condolences to Karyns sister Cat, and my friend and colleague Annette whom I know was close to Karyn. 

I got to know Karyn when I was working for CSTC, my first thoughts was what a genuine human being she was, her smile would shine bright where ever she was. The communities could see her for who she was. A bright and vibrant soul. 

She introduced my to my friend and colleague Annette who is also one of those genuine souls. She prepared me for our new coworker saying she was a kind but strong German woman.  

The last time I saw her was at Res and Amelia's celebration. Thankful i took a pic of you and I. 

I recently had a dream and you were there, I think that was your way of saying see you later because you were so vibrant and you had your big smile.

Thank you for your friendship and for crossing my path. 

I was so, so sorry to hear about Karyn's passing. Karyn was a cherished volunteer with Cops for Cancer Tour de North and she was incredibly generous with her time and energy. Karyn's dedication to raising funds for childhood cancer research were so greatly appreciated. There's nothing I can say to make this feel any better, but please know that we are working as hard as we can each day to make sure there are less stories like Karyn's. She will be dearly missed. 

Sincere condolences from Georgia and the team at the Canadian Cancer Society. 

Always kind and generous… Karyn was such a good friend to me as well as an incredible mentor and teacher. I learned so much from her when we would work with community and especially when I was struggling to develop new courses as a new Instructor. Karyn was generous with her time, encouragement, and her extraordinary intelligence - I admired her wisdom immensely… After not seeing each other for a few years, we unexpectedly ran into each other and talked as though no time had passed at all. I am glad we stayed connected over the last while. I cherish that time.

You touched many lives, Karyn, and you’ll be missed. I’m so grateful you were my friend.