Karen June Kietzer Zupanek, 68, of New Bern died Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at her residence.
Her funeral mass is 2:00 PM Thursday March 11, 2021 at St. Paul Catholic Church 3305 Country Club Rd. The family will receive friends at 1:00PM prior to the service.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Zupanek, Sr. of the home; one son, Robert Zupanek, Jr. of Boardman, OH; two grandchildren.
I have only known Karen about a year or so. She was truly a warrior...in prayer and in life. She was very open, friendly, and interested in others. She and her husband joined our prayer group and brought their love of the Lord into our presence. I found out later that my hugs were hurting her physically, yet she said nothing.....love at its best. She will be truly missed, but am confident that she is singing and dancing with our Lord, family members, and others of our prayer group who welcomed her home!
Karen was my second Mom at Longwood! She was there for me when I had struggles in my personal life. She always went on trips with us and made me laugh and feel at home. She made good grilled cheese. Also she was very wise and I could talk with her about a lot. She really drew me closer to God. I will never forget my FarmVille Mom and her love, kindness, and faith.
Such a shock. One in The Spirit Prayer Group extend our deep sympathy to Bob and his family. Our prayers will continue for our lifetime and we will remember her with such pleasant times. We ask God to send His Angels to help and surround Bob and his family at this sorrowful time in their lives. Hugh McHugh and the members of the One In The Spirit Prayer Group of St Paul's Church
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