Karen Eileen Galloway

October 23, 1946 - January 19, 2021

Funeral Details: Celebration of life to be held at a later time

Karen Eileen Galloway

Karen passed away at the age of 74 years on January 19, 2021 with her loving husband of 55 years, Peter, by her side.  Karen was born in Windsor, Ontario on October 23, 1946 and met her husband, Peter while in grade 9 at Oakville Trafalgar High School.  She graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts in French.  Loving mother of Briar (Penny) Galloway and Jamie (Andrea) Galloway.  Dear Grandma to Patrick, Sam, Graeme, and Luke. Cherished sister of Laura (Ray) Andrews and Martha (Paul) Habermell.  Karen will be missed dearly by her brother-in-law Rob (Donna-Lynn) Galloway, her niece and nephews Katie, Michael (Laura), John (Serana), her grandniece Emily and grandnephew Leo.  Karen was the centre of our family and provided guidance to all. Her beautiful heart and giving nature encircled all of her extended family and friends.  Karen was perhaps happiest when her family was gathered at her home to share a meal with love and laughter.  She will be especially missed at her grandsons’ sporting events where players, coaches and other parents enjoyed her company and where she delighted in being a proud and caring grandmother.  She was an important part of Patrick, Sam, Graeme and Luke’s lives.  Karen worked for 35 years as the Business Manager of the Simcoe Medical Group where she formed many long-lasting friendships.  Karen is predeceased by her parents, Eva and Gerald Childerhose, and her brother-in-law Ian Galloway.  Karen was indeed a very special person and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.  A Celebration of her Life will be held at a later date.  Online condolences www.peacefultransition.ca

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CONDOLENCES

31 Condolences
  • Susan Clark
    Posted on: Friday, January 22, 2021 Reply

    My sincere condolences, Peter, Briar, Jamie and family. I will remember Karen as a lovely, caring and warm person who liked to have a laugh. She was an incredibly proud mother and grandmother. Karen will be dearly missed. Sending you love and hugs.

  • Timothy D Smith ( Childerhose)
    Posted on: Friday, January 22, 2021 Reply

    My condolences to Peter and family, I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. It was nice to see Karen at the last family get together with all of us cousins in Burlington. She will be deeply missed.

    Love Tim

  • Christine Perri
    Posted on: Friday, January 22, 2021 Reply

    My family sends their most sincerest condolences to Peter, Briar, Jamie and family. She was a ray of sunshine to all who knew her, even slightly. Rest In Peace.

  • Sally MacDonald
    Posted on: Friday, January 22, 2021 Reply

    Peter, Briar, Jamie, and respective families, I have no words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Your mom was truly lovely and I have many fond memories of her, particularly in our younger years. Later on, whenever
    our paths would cross, she always greeted me like a long lost friend. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Sally

  • MacIntosh/Arcand Family
    Posted on: Friday, January 22, 2021 Reply

    We would like to extend our sincere condolences to Peter, Briar, Penny, Patrick and Graeme. We are so sorry to hear about Karen’s passing. She will be dearly missed.
    Love,
    Jen, Jason, Madelyn, Gabrielle and Charlotte
    xoxo

  • Patricia Petrie
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    My family is so sorry for your loss. I remember so many happy times going to Oakville during the summer I am so happy I saw both Karen and Peter at a hockey game in Michigan. My prayers are with your family

  • Judy Blaney & Becca Rodgers
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    Clearly a wonderful woman. Her gifts and influence will live on in the hearts of all her loved ones.

  • Lynn Andrews
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    I am Ray Andrews cousin and I would like to say my condolences are with the whole family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

  • Tom & Suzanne Kennett
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    We were so sorry to hear about Karen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by so many.

  • Tom & Suzanne Kennett
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    We were so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this difficult time. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by so many.

  • Bob Childerhose
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    My Sympathies to Peter and Family and Friends. Had a great visit with Karen not too long ago.

  • The Monbourquette Family
    Posted on: Saturday, January 23, 2021 Reply

    We are sending our deepest condolences to Briar, Penny, Patrick and Graeme during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you and we want you to know we will always remember Karen’s kind nature and friendly smile whenever we met at the many hockey games over the years. Know you are in our thoughts and we wish you all the best through this difficult time.

  • Sandie and Craig Drury
    Posted on: Sunday, January 24, 2021 Reply

    To all of you we send our condolences , what a great loss.
    We are so very sorry.
    I can picture Karen’s sparkly eyes and easily gifted smile when ever I saw her, that will remain my memory.
    Hugs to all,
    Sandie and Craig.

  • Bruce and Lisa Macrae
    Posted on: Sunday, January 24, 2021 Reply

    We would like to extend our condolences to Peter and all his family at this time.

  • Judi Bolton
    Posted on: Sunday, January 24, 2021 Reply

    Peter, Briar, Jamie and loved ones
    I am very sorry to know of your loss of Karen – a dear wife, mother and grandmother. Karen was ALWAYS friendly, warm and welcoming to everyone.
    I enjoyed seeing her when our paths crossed – mostly at kids’ and grandkids’ school BB, VB and Football/Rugby games! Karen was an intelligent, gentle, kind person and she will be greatly missed. My condolences.

  • Cindy Gowan
    Posted on: Monday, January 25, 2021 Reply

    Our deepest condolences to Peter, Briar, Jamie and families.
    I worked with Karen at Simcoe Medical and can honestly say she is one of the kindest people I have ever met. She loved her family and was such a proud mom and Grandma. I looked forward to our morning chats as she made her rounds around the office checking in on everyone. Always asking how our families were doing and wanting to see the latest pictures of the grandkids. She had a witty sense of humour and a contagious laugh. Always happy, always smiling. I hold fond memories of her that will always make me smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Cindy & Russ Gowan

  • Dixon Family
    Posted on: Monday, January 25, 2021 Reply

    Dear Briar, Penny, Patrick and Graeme.
    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom/Grandmother. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
    Sue, Jim and Hannah Dixon

  • Mary Ellen Varney
    Posted on: Monday, January 25, 2021 Reply

    My dear Peter, Briar, Jamie and all the Galloway family,
    My heart goes out to you with positive thoughts in this time of keeping Karen with you in your memories . I did not see Karen very often, but always looked forward to any family gatherings where we connected. I will miss her and those encounters.

    Mary Ellen Varney
    Andrea’s Mom

  • Dean & Iona Hillis
    Posted on: Monday, January 25, 2021 Reply

    It was quite a shock to hear about Karen , our thoughts and go out to you and your family .

  • Leea Lamb
    Posted on: Monday, January 25, 2021 Reply

    Peter, Briar, Jamie, and family
    Thinking of you all during your time of loss.
    As I remember Karen these characteristics come to mind; grace, humility, wisdom, and kindness. Karen always displayed devout respect and love for her husband. She reflected such joy when sharing stories of her children and grandchildren. Karen was a beautiful inspiration in my life and she will be deeply missed.
    You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
    Leea Lamb

  • Mary Ellen & Gayle
    Posted on: Tuesday, January 26, 2021 Reply

    You have our heartfelt sympathies. I have fond memories of Karen – and can still hear her laugh. We’re so sorry Briar, that you and your family are having to go through this process during such an isolating time. Take comfort in knowing that you showed your Mom how much you loved her.

  • Peter Larson and Lorraine Farkas
    Posted on: Tuesday, January 26, 2021 Reply

    Deepest sympathy to all the family from friends from a long time ago – Oakville and UWO.
    Please accept our warm wished.

  • Heather Hutchison
    Posted on: Wednesday, January 27, 2021 Reply

    Dear Peter
    Tom and I were
    so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. She was such a warm and caring person who was always interested in how you were. She was so helpful to Tom when it can to the business administration aspect of his work. She was a bright light in the office and Tom and I will really miss her. We are praying for Karen , you and your family.

  • Merv and Karen Sanderson
    Posted on: Thursday, January 28, 2021 Reply

    Peter and family. We were so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Please know that you are in our prayers at this difficult time.

  • Lori and Joe Bailey
    Posted on: Friday, January 29, 2021 Reply

    Peter, Briar, and Jamie + extended family. Our thoughts are with the entire family. Karen had started one year before I started at the Simcoe Medical Group. We had been constant office companions ever since. Teatime visits. Dry sense of humour. Just retired last summer. Will be missed forever. Lori and Joe

  • Reg Jang
    Posted on: Sunday, January 31, 2021 Reply

    Dear Briar, Penny, Patrick and Graeme. My deepest sympathies at the loss of your mother/grandmother. She sounded like a wonderful person. You are in our thoughts.

  • David Stasila
    Posted on: Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Reply

    Peter, Jamie, Briar, we were so sorry to hear the sad news.

    We were always pleased to see you both at many of Sam and Luke’s sporting events and truly enjoyed meeting Karen there and talking with her.

    Our hearts go out to all of her family and friends. This is a huge loss.

    Dave & Elaine

  • J. R. Bruce Cassie
    Posted on: Saturday, February 20, 2021 Reply

    During High School, Karen worked at Camp Inawendawin, a private summer camp on Paint Lake near Dorset, Ontario. She was a remarkably intelligent and friendly person who made a positive impression on all who worked at the Camp. Nobody approached life with greater excitement and nobody could bring more warmth and happiness to others. Our hearts and thoughts are with her family and friends. She was special.

  • Malkin Howes
    Posted on: Friday, February 26, 2021 Reply

    I considered myself Karen’s best friend during our first two years of university. Briar, for example, is named after my sister Briar. But then sadly we lost touch after Karen married and moved away. I did come for a visit once at Karen and Peter’s house in Shanty Bay but it was logistically difficult and I never managed to reconnect again. Which is a shame.
    Karen’s death was drawn to my attention by Susan Simpson (Hughes) who was one of the four of us who shared an apartment in second year. So if nothing else, Karen’s death has allowed me to reconnect with Susan.
    Greetings to Peter from long ago, and I hope you’re coping well.

    • Briar Eileen Galloway
      Posted on: Thursday, June 17, 2021 Reply

      Hello Malkin,
      It is Karen’s daughter, Briar. Thank you for your condolences.

      I was hoping to send you and invitation to Mom’s celebration of life.
      Would you be able to share an email address with you?

      Thank you.
      Briar

  • Malkin Howes
    Posted on: Friday, February 26, 2021 Reply

    PS I have made a donation in Karen’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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