Karen A. Roberts – 65, of Wilmington, formerly of North Andover and North Reading, died on Friday, September 23, 2022 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.
Born in Melrose, MA on October 28, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Janet L. (Jones) Roberts. She was raised in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1975.
She worked at Marshalls for many years until her retirement.
Karen had a great memory for birthdays and would let you know if it was someone’s birthday. She enjoyed spending time with family, holidays, reading, playing games and traveling. She especially loved the Boston Bruins and followed them for years. She hardly ever missed watching a game.
Family members include her loving brother, Walter Roberts of Wakefield and her sisters, Kathy Lynch and her husband Leo of North Andover, Kristine Hoarty and her husband Thomas of Burlington and Janet Florez and her husband Javier of North Reading; nieces and nephews, Ellen, Keri, Daniel, Kelly, Bridget, Patrick, Mateo and Chloe.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, September 27 from 5 to 7 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Interment will be private. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of your choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
My heart goes out to Wally, Kathy, Krissy, Jan and their families. May all the happy memories you made over the years help you through the loss of your sister. Karen was such a gentle soul. Rest in peace dear cousin.
Wally, Kathy, Kris, Jan and families.
Am deeply sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Kris and family,
I am so sorry to read this notice. I remember working at Marshall’s w Karen when I was a teenager. She was such a hard worker. It’s so hard to lose a sister! You and your family are in my heart at this sad time.
Anne Gleason Schnier
I am so very, very sorry ro hear this. Honora just informed me or we certainly would have been to the services. My heart is full of so many, many wonderful memories of your family. Prayers and love to every one of you.
Joan and Ed Grenke
Wally Kathy Chris and Jan
Paul and I send our deepest sympathy to your family
Your parents were a big part of our lives
Paul and I were just talking about his years at John TBerry
Your mom and dad picked him up every Tuesday for dinner
Miss all our family that has passed so much
Paul had a special relationship with Karen
Love to you all Peggy Yurof Morrison