At her residence, on Sunday, January 5, 2014 of Exeter in her 63rd year. Dear mother of Brieanna Harburn of Toronto, and Gavin Harburn of Prince Rupert, BC. Missed by the father of her children, David Harburn of Edmonton. Loving daughter of George Trent of Lindsay and the late Judith Trent. Sister of Laurie and Colleen Trent of Edmonton. Predeceased by her twin brother Kim Trent.
A private family funeral service will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter on Friday, January 10th.
Cremation with interment Riverside Cemetery, Lindsay.
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Travis Elder
Very sorry for your loss Brie. If you need anything while in the area, plz don’t hesitate to ask. Thoughts are with you and your family.
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Brieanna and Gavin,
Our deepest sympathy to you in the sudden loss of your dear mother. We always appreciated your mom’s beautiful smile and warm and generous heart. We fondly remember the two of you attending church with your mom. We pray that the Lord will comfort your aching hearts.
Matt Kerslake
Gavin:
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
Thoughts are with you.
Matt Kerslake
Sandi Spaulding
I am so sorry for your loss.
I was fortunate to have had Karen as a good friend and academic colleague for many years, beginning when we were both young researchers and I have many good memories of those times with her. She made an impact on our field with her publications and hard work.
My sincere condolences to all of you.
Tony Vandervoort
Sincere sympathy and condolences to Karen’s numerous family and friends. As a former research colleague, it was most unfortunate to see her great potential for scientific discovery drained away by illness. In that previous time when her academic candle burned so intensely however, Karen provided a lasting legacy of strong intelligent scholarship for others to build upon.
In Style with Michelle
The entire In Style team is deeply saddened by the news of Karen’s passing. She was a very loyal client for many years and we always looked forward to her visits. Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time.
Ellen Green
Brieanna, Gavin and family, so sorry for your loss. I remember chats at the arena and when Jared visited your place so many times Karen was always welcoming and kind. Sincere condolences from Ellen, Lindsey, Wayne, Shannon and Jared.
Clara Vanderlaan
Dear Gavin, Brieanna and family,
Our deepest condolences in the sudden loss of your mom. Karen will be missed by us. May the peace and comfort of God be with you through this difficult time.
Tony ,Clara ,Leah and family.
Vianne Culbert
Gavin, Brieanna, and George: I am so sorry for your loss. Karen was a good friend of mine for many years. She was a loving, giving generous friend and a loving mother. She will be sorely missed by her many friends. Rest in Peace my freind
Denise Morgan
My condolences to Karen;s family. Karen was a very loyal friend who always remembered every occasion. We shared many meals and conversations I will very much miss her company and the chance to be there for her.
Arnie and Bev Martin
So sorry to hear the sad news of Karen’s death! She will be missed!! We extend our sincere sympathy to all of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, as you walk through this time of grief!!
Thelma Sumsion
I worked with Karen for many years in the School of Occupational Therapy at Western as both her colleague and director. I was very sorry to learn of her passing and send my support to her family. I join many others in keeping you all in our thoughts.
Geok-Lin Milne
Karen and I have been friends since 1996. She has been a great friend all these years… caring, loving, generous, supportive, confidante. We have shared very, very special times together over the years. I will miss you so very, very much Karen and my comfort is knowing you are with our Lord.
To George, Brieanna, Gavin, your loss is my loss. Karen will always be in my heart. My prayers are with each of you and my heartfelt sympathy to you and Laurie’s family. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you, strengthen you each day and give you great comfort as you grieve through your loss. Thinking of each of you, Geok-Lin Milne
Lindsey (Green) Cole
Gavin and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies.
Xoxo
Lindsey, Wayne & Charlotte Cole
Sandra Hobson
I am so sorry to hear about Karen’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with her in the School of Occupational Therapy at Western for many years. I wish Karen God speed to a well-deserved rest, and I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Sandra
Yvonne Reynolds
To Gavin, Brieanna, and family: I am still in shock over the loss of my dear, long-time friend. I was one of her guests at a gourmet meal at her home New Year’s Day. My thoughts are with you as you carry out all the responsibilities suddenly thrust upon your young shoulders, while grieving for your beloved mother. My one consolation is that Karen is in heaven – no more fears, no more tears. I pray God’s comfort for all of you. Yvonne Reynolds
Tracy, Eric, Cale, Mallory
Gavin and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your mom passing. There are no words , you are with us in thought everyday..sending big hugs ..and lots of love
Tracy,Eric, Mallory,Cale
Kathy Dellow
My deepest sympathy to you Brieanna ,Gavin and Family. It saddens me deeply to hear of her passing.
Karen and I had tea every Tuesday and she would always bring out her lovely china when I came. She was a very intelligent woman and I admired her. She talked so proudly of her children, family and career.
I admired her strength, she was a beautiful person and I will miss our Tuesday morning teas together.
My deepest sympathy again to all the family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers!!
Kathy xxoo
The Parsons
Gavin
We are very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please know we are thinking about you during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Greg, Carrie, Blair & Cassie
Bob & Doris Osgood
Very sorry to hear of your loss. There are wonderful memories of all of us spending time freezing in arenas together watching the boys play hockey.
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Bob & Doris Osgood
Jan Easton
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I appreciated Karen, as we connected at church. She was always kind and caring! My prayers are with you during this painful time!
Jan Easton
Deb Overholt
My deepest sympathy to all the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Deb Overholt
Dianne Waun
I am so saddened to hear of Karen’s death this week. She will be missed on Somerset Street.
Brieanna and Gavin, I have so many happy memories of you in your youth and know that your mom was so proud of the successful young adults which you have become. Whenever we chatted I was happy to hear updates about your careers.
Hope I get a chance to give you a hug in person. Glad you have each other to get through this painful and unexpected chapter in your lives.
Dianne Waun