Karen E. O’Toole
Karen E. O’Toole, of Asheville, N.C. passed away peacefully February 26, 2024 after a lengthy illness. Beloved daughter of the late James and Eleanor (O’Heir) O’Toole. Beloved sister of Maureen, James, Jeanne (Randy) Juras, Sarah (the late Thomas) Styx, Kathy, Eleanor (Michael) Kobit and the late Mary Therese. She was a proud Aunt and Great Aunt of many nieces and nephews and leaves behind many cousins, aunts, uncles and innumerable friends. She was a businesswoman in both Florida and her beloved Asheville, North Carolina. She enjoyed the fruits of her labor through using her horticulture skills, building waterfalls, painting or helping those less capable in her community. She was an athlete and lover of art, live music, dancing, reading, and her fur babies. She was an avid kayaker, and above all, she was an adventurer and lover of people. She made friends quickly and was always the life of the party. Her laughter and humor filled any room, large or small. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her twin sister Kathy.
Visitation 3-9 p.m. Saturday March 2nd at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Interment private. Funeral home phone 630-964-6500
Nicely done O’Tooles. You all kept Karen the priority these past few months and made her passing as easy as it could have been. She’s back in your mothers loving arms….,.
Thanks Joan, she’s now out of pain.
I’m so sorry, Jeanne. May she rest in peace.
Thanks Mary Pat
You loved her dearly. It showed in the comfort and care you gave her. My sincere prayers and condolences.
Thanks my dear friend
I was so saddened to hear of Karen’s passing… I have such fond memories of her from high school and for a period of time after.. everyone goes their separate ways so of course we lost contact.. but Karen always remained one of the friendliest ,funniest, and most genuine people I have met!.. She truly was a gem!..God bless her and the whole O’Toole family. I know she will be sorely missed ❤️
Prayers and big hugs to the family in this difficult time.
Thank you from all of us Mary.
My prayers and hugs surrounding you all. LaRue is what I remember of Karen so long ago. May she find rest in the arms of our Lord. You are all in my thoughts and prayers🙏
Thanks Jo Ann
Thinking of you all at this sad time & wishing you all comfort & peace as Karen has found hers!
Much love & hugs to all!
Thanks Berni
I’m sorry for your loss. May your memories be a blessing.
Thank You Marie
Jeanne,
I’m sorry for your loss.
Thanks Bob
Karen and her family have been in my daily prayers and will continue to be so. God comfort each of you.
Thank You our sweet cousin
My dear cousins, Karen will live on in wonderful, loving, funny memories of mine. She was an incredible lady and I am blessed to be her cousin. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs, Maureen and Ray
Karen was a model of strength and reason to celebrate her life. I hope this thought gets all of you through the sad times and lets you smile and laugh when often remembering the good times. Karen, I trust now that you’ll find peace in the “…palm of His hand.”
My deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Although I’m not able to attend today, I’m with you in spirit and heart.
God Bless and Lots of Love,
Laurie Mokry
My deepest condolences to the entire O’Toole family. It’s so terribly difficult losing a sibling. I hope you all will take comfort in memories of Karen and know that she is resting in God’s loving arms.
My condolences to the extended O’Toole family on the loss of Karen. From one large family member to another, it’s sad to lose a sibling. Many fond memories of the O’Donnell and O’Toole families back in Scottsdale. It sounded like she lived a full life and that is always a good memory to have. Once again, my condolences to all.
Thank You so very much. We certainly did have fun growing up in Scottsdale!!
I just found out about Karen’s passing. I want to send my sincere condolences to the O’Toole family. I hope that Karen is now at peace.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Karen was one of the first people I met when I moved to Florida in 2002. I lived across the street from her in Gulfport. I remember often calling upon “my tall” friend to help me lift my Kayak onto the roof of my van. I fondly remember sharing a beer and a chat with her after work. Rest in peace sweet Karen.