Karen Sue Caputo
May 31, 2009
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Caputo, Karen Sue, 64, beloved wife, mother, nani, sister friend, passed away peacefully, in her home, on Sunday, May 31, 2009. She passed surrounded by loved ones after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Rosary service 7:30 P.M., Wednesday, June 3 and funeral mass 10:00 A.M., Thursday, June 4, both at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Tony; daughters, Kelly (Greg) Burbach of Wichita, Jill and Jennifer, both of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Brett and Blake Burbach of Wichita; brother, Rick (Sandra) Kinser of Bloomington, IN; sister, Becky Arthur of Stockton, NY; sister-in-law, Phyllis Kinser of Bradenton, FL; bridge buddies and sorority sisters. Karen was devoted to her family and friends and will be remembered for her sassy sweetness and generosity. She was an active member of St. Thomas and a long time member of Chi Omega sorority. A memorial has been established with Catholic Charities, Inc., 532 N. Broadway, Wichita, 67214. Downing Lahey Mortuary East.
Rosary service 7:30 P.M., Wednesday, June 3 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
So sorry for your loss of your Mother, Wife, Aunt, Sister, Best friend. Aunt Karen will be missed. Aunt Karen is now in the loving arms of our lord, Grandpa Kinser & my Dad. I will miss you. The Caputo family will be in my prayers.
We are so sad to hear of Karen’s passing, she was way too young. She was a great lady-kind, smart, sweet and fun. As well, she was so proud of her family. We will always think of her with a smile. She always made us all feel very special. She will be missed. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Jill, Jennifer and Caputo family. My prayers are with you at this sad time. I know your mom will be missed by the many who knew her. I remember when she and I would have long talks when you girls first came to St. Thomas. We are so blessed to have known her as a mom and a friend. My prayers will continue in the coming weeks for her and for the family.
Dear Caputo Family, I helped tutor Jill following her accident. Karen watched my baby daughter while I worked with Jill. Karen was an excellent role model to me of motherhood. She was determined to help Jill any way should could. She was loving, kind and positive. I loved the times I came to the Caputo home. It was the best part of my day! Spending time with Jill was so rewarding. Getting to Karen inspired me to be a better mother. She was an amazing person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dearest Caputo family, What a treasured, remarkable woman Karen was. She was a woman of substance, strength, humor, heartfelt emotion, and faithful love. This is such a difficult time for you, but I know you have many wonderful memories of Karen to sustain you through this difficult time. Those memories will also be a permanent part of you, and are memories that can be passed down for future generations. Know that she was a significant part of my life. She left footprints on my heart that will endure. Much love to you and yours, jinx
Tony and family…Norm and I are so sorry for your loss and for the empty space in your heart. We will always remember Karen as a loving gentle person with a smile on her face, and always willing to give of herself. Please know that we love your family and that you will be in our prayers always.
WITH LOVE AND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.. KAREN WAS A DEAR FRIEND. TRACY PICKETT, BLOOMINGTON, IN (WESTINGHOUSE)
I’m close to you in this difficult moment and I would like to extend my deepest condolences.
Karen Sue was a wonderful Cousin and will be sadly missed.
I just want everyone to know that my Aunt Karen was a sweet and loving lady and a great aunt to have when you need to talk she would listen. I wish that my son would have got to know his Great Aunt Karen but he will hear us all talk about the good times we had with her and all the funny stories we have of her. And you know what i bet she is loving being in heaven with her mom and dad and her brother Nick. Aunt Karen if you can read this from there give them all a hug and kiss from all of us. Love and miss you, Courtney & Family.