Obituary of Karen Jeannette McCormick
A resident of Chatham, Karen McCormick passed away at her home on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at the age of 70. She is reunited with her loving late parents, Hugh & Lena (nee Phillips) McCormick, her dear late brother, Gary McCormick (Linda) and her late nephew, Jeffrey McCormick.
Karen will fondly be remembered by her many cousins and friends. She is especially missed by her fur baby, Pumpkin.
Karen worked as a Sales Clerk with K-Mart for 26 years and Sears for 20 years. She enjoyed spending her time shopping, visiting with friends, reading and watching movies.
Family to receive friends on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham from 10:00 am until the Service at 11:00 am. Burial to follow in Maple Leaf Cemetery.
In memory of Karen, donations may be made to the Pet and Wildlife Rescue.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519 351 2040
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