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Karen L. Mann

November 10, 1949 - February 18, 2021
Visitation
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Monday 3/1, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Monday 3/1, 2:00 pm
Cemetery

Memory Lane Memorial Cemetery, 6305 W. Lincoln Highway (US 30), Schererville, IN 46307.

Memorial Service

Memorial contributions in Karen’s name may be given to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or at www.cancer.org or to IU Health Arnett Hospice, 3900 McCarty Lane, Suite 104, Lafayette, IN 47905.

Karen L. Mann, 71, of Lafayette passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette after her courageous fight with cancer.

She was born November 10, 1949 in Gary to the late Kenneth and Nora (Snyder) Mann.  She was a 1967 graduate of D. E. Gavit High School in Hammond where she was voted “Most likely to laugh her way through life.”  Karen continued her education at Purdue University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Education Degree and also had completed some courses towards her Masters’ Degree. Karen was a teacher at Sunnyside Intermediate School in Lafayette where she taught 5th and 6th grade.

Karen had an infectious laugh. She loved to dance and work on crossword puzzles.  She also enjoyed reading, watching the Hallmark Channel, and playing cards, especially Euchre.  Karen especially cherished time spent with her family and friends.

She is survived by her partner of 38 years, Oscar Powell of Lafayette; her sister, Gail (Dave Kopanda) Repay of Hammond; brother, Doug Mann of Cape Coral, FL; nephews, Nicholas and Ben Mann; nieces, Stacey Sinde and Nicole Kreke; grandchildren, Courttayna and Colin; and close friends, Marjorie Repay and Michael Repay.

Along with her parents, Kenneth and Nora, she was preceded in death by her nephew, Nathan Mann.

Memorial contributions in Karen’s name may be given to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or at www.cancer.org or to IU Health Arnett Hospice, 3900 McCarty Lane, Suite 104, Lafayette, IN 47905.

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until time of service at 2:00 pm, Monday, March 1, 2021 at Soller-Baker, Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd., Lafayette, IN 47909.

Interment Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Memory Lane Memorial Cemetery, 6305 W. Lincoln Highway (US 30), Schererville, IN 46307.

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Visitation
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Map
Monday 3/1, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Map
Monday 3/1, 2:00 pm
Cemetery

Memory Lane Memorial Cemetery, 6305 W. Lincoln Highway (US 30), Schererville, IN 46307.

Memorial Service

Memorial contributions in Karen’s name may be given to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or at www.cancer.org or to IU Health Arnett Hospice, 3900 McCarty Lane, Suite 104, Lafayette, IN 47905.

Karen L. Mann, 71, of Lafayette passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette after her courageous fight with cancer. She was born November 10, 1949 in Gary to the late Kenneth and Nora (Snyder) Mann.  She was a 1967 graduate of D. E. Gavit High School in Hammond whereContinue Reading

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Linda Swihart left a message on November 2, 2022:
Condolences to those who loved her on the loss of Karen. I have been looking for her for years and was always afraid I might find her this way. We were besties for a short couple of years in the late 1970s. Rest in peace Karen.
Denice Schroll left a message on February 24, 2021:
Karen was one in a million. A “Region” girl at heart. She will be missed by many. May she Rest In Peace.
Alex Reed left a message on February 22, 2021:
Karen would take the time out of her day to help students with their homework and was always doing crossword puzzles at her desk. Fond memories. May Karen rest in peace now.
Andrea Blocher left a message on February 21, 2021:
I was so sad to hear of Karen's passing. I have such fond memories of working with her. I will be forever grateful for the guidance she gave me in my first years at Sunnyside when I worked in the ISS room with her. She was always working to help the students be successful. My condolences to her family.
Wilk & Sherry Terry left a message on February 20, 2021:
We were sorry to learn of Karen's passing... It was a pleasure teaching with her for many years at Sunnyside Middle School.. She exemplified the true meaning of 'teacher'.. Her laugh always made a day 'better' for anyone around her.. Keeping her family & friends in our prayers during this time & the days ahead..
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Judy Mathis left a message on February 20, 2021:
Karen worked with many students that struggled with their education. Karen never gave up on a student and worked so hard to help the students understand the lesson.
Kathy Black left a message on February 20, 2021:
I am saddened to hear about Karen’s passing. I will always remember her kindness and her great concern for the students who were placed in her care at Sunnyside.
Brian Bettag left a message on February 20, 2021:
I will always have fond memories of working with Karen as we both taught on the bottom floor of Sunnyside. She made me feel welcome during my first years of teaching and was someone I felt comfortable in talking to during our years teaching together. My thoughts and prayers are with Karen and her family during this difficult time.
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