Karen Savage Churach

Peace, love, smiles and laughter, whether in person or in memory, that's your gift Karn. Love to Dan and everyone who gets to share it.

Gavin

KarenWhat a wonderful and amazing person she was, always smiling and happy to talk to anyone. We really hit the jackpot having her as a neighbour and a friend, James and Alex loved to see her on the morning walks coming past the house, dogs in tow. We will always have... Read more

Glen Vale

My Australian Parents…. Dan and Karn… the support, the love, the caring, the laughs, the food, the visits, the memories… Karn, thank you for always looking out for me, thinking of me, and taking care of me. You will be so so so missed but you will live on in... Read more

Carolyn Malinowski

We first met Dan and Karen around about 1995 whilst living in Hilo, Hawaii. Mutual friends invited us to their beach house at weekends and a strong friendship quickly developed. As a friend, Karen brought a warmth and love into our lives that she no doubt also brought into the many... Read more

Ian & Angie

Dearest Karen. Even though we haven't seen each other in years we've always stayed in touch. You were such a big help to me when my kids were little and I dislocated my thumb and their dad was on a trip. I was so very grateful. ... Read more

Barbara

I am so grateful for the book club get-togethers we shared. You opened your home and heart to me and my family and you were exceptionally kind and loving towards me. I will really miss you, Karn. I am encouraged by the truly terrific marriage you had with Dan and... Read more

Iris

Dearest Karen, You were such a kind and thoughtful friend. - Always welcoming and making everyone around you feel valued and loved. You turned our visits into the best adventures. I will treasure our bond and all our beautiful memories together forever. Carolyn

Carolyn Castiglioni

I would not be where I am today without having you and Dan in my life. For the last 38 years - you were there for me - whether we lived a few miles apart or a few thousand. Always positive, always so thoughtful and always the perfect example... Read more

Maria Jose

My older Tita, you are so missed. There isn’t a day that goes by, when I don’t think of you, and all the crazy, and funny things we did together. Tita, you were the best example of grace and kindness. I’ve always looked up to you for guidance.... Read more

Valerie Jean De Corte

From the day I met you— many, many years ago, I always thought you were the most sincere, caring girl I have ever met growing up. You and Dan showed a remarkable bond and marriage that will always be remembered. Always loved the Christmas cards every year. RIP Karen.... Read more

Carol (Harmonsky) Russ

To Karen,The last time I saw your smile, ear to ear and so happy to be home. Now, smiles in photographs, but so many great moments to choose from.The last time I heard your voice, big plans for my visit to Perth. Now, just a whisper in my ear, but... Read more

Bronwyn & Geoff

Dear Karn,Thank you for the love you showed me while you were here on Earth. I will always cherish our time spent together when I visited and while talking and writing. You lived a beautiful life, helping others as a nurse and as a friend, with a loving marriage full... Read more

Chloe Klaus

Dearest Karen, I’m forever grateful for the love and support, the unwavering kindness, and the immediate acceptance as family - I can’t imagine our immigration to Australia without you playing a part. My heart breaks that we will have no more wines out by the pool or meals at Chins,... Read more

Teresa McGrath

Karn you were a very special lady, so generous with your time and love. I cherish the time we spent in Broome together. Your acts of love and friendship included making frangipani leis and head pieces for my 30th and I’ll never forget the slow cooked pork Hawaiian style for... Read more

Jessica Novak

Dearest Karn,I will always be grateful for our unlikely meeting in the far reaches of the outback, many years ago, where you and Dan welcomed and embraced me with your warm friendship. Ever since, knowing you and being loved by you has been a rare and wonderful experience of unconditional... Read more

Meredith Mandile

Dear Karen. Thank you for your neighbourhood kindness over the years. We'll miss you walking past our house and hearing about all the fabulous stories you had to tell. Thank you for the yummy choc chip cookies that you baked for us every Christmas and the vegies from your garden. You'll... Read more

Anita Hipper

It's so sad to get the news of Karen's passing Thinking of her brings back memories of Seekonk Massachusetts; a trip up to Moosehead Lake Maine with her and Dan, a hike with Cymore, their Bassett hound who we lifted from rock to rock and our two great trips... Read more

Lynn and Peter Kinne

I had the privilege and pleasure to meet and work with Karen fifty years ago where we struck up a friendship which continued all these years. She was thoughtful, kind, compassionate, and most of all a caring woman who loved her husband deeply and had a life of joy and... Read more

Susan MclaughlinI had the

How meeting at a bus stop could lead into a lifetime of a friendship 🩷 meant to be and so lucky we did ☺️ a most beautiful friend with the biggest heart 💖 we'll meet again one day - we love you

Astrid & Richard Gell

One of my favorite memories of Aunt Karen, my moms beautiful sister will always be watching you ride a roller coaster with my little Jake when he was just 4 years old. The joy on both of your faces is something I’ll never forget. That moment captures exactly how I’ll... Read more

Melissa McCabe