KarenLee Keoughan (nee Lanteigne) of Russell, Ontario, born August 29, 1969, passed away at the age of 51 on 30 June, 2021 following a courageous battle against cancer.
After a five-year courtship she married the love of her life, Sean Keoughan in Montague PE on September 8, 2000. A military family, KarenLee and Sean moved from coast to coast until finally settling in Russell, ON with their three daughters, Grace, Olivia and Isabel.
As well as her husband and three daughters she is survived by her son Isaac (Nancy) Keoughan of Vancouver BC; parents Stephen and Linda (nee Burke) Langteigne of Montague PE; sister Darlene (Leslie) King of Montague PE; mother-in-law Katherine McCallum of Fredericton NB; sister-in-law Carolyn (Edwinna) Keoughan of St Stephen NB; brothers-in-law: Jim (Sarah) Keoughan of Trenton ON; Richard Keoughan of Charlottetown PE; David (Jim) Keoughan of Halifax NS; Robert (Paula) Keoughan of Miramichi NB; Mark Keoughan of Miramichi NB; Bryan Keoughan of Edmonton AB; Andrew (Laura) Keoughan of Cochrane AB and many nieces and nephews. KarenLee was pre-deceased by her brother Shawne Lanteigne (Montague PE).
KarenLee was a strong, passionate, loyal and dedicated wife, Mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend filled with unconditional love for all. A bright light who brought happiness and comfort to all who knew her, she loved to host social gatherings where the food, wine, conversation and love flowed freely. As an Educational Assistant working with children with ASD, Ms Karen worked tirelessly to enable her students to unlock their potential and succeed beyond expectations.
A celebration of life will be held in her honour for family and friends at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Roman Catholic Church, Russell Ontario on 7 July 2021 at 3 pm. Her remains will be interred on 29 August, 2021 at Sean and Karen’s dream property on the coast of Baie-Verte NB. It is requested that donations be made to Autism Canada in lieu of flowers.
Digital Guestbook
Leona Lewco
Colin Winkler
Sean
You are in our thought and prayer during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
The Winkler Family
Gordon, Patsy, Sherri and Stacy Mackenzie
We are all saddened to hear of Karen Lee's passing. We will cherish our memories of the kind, fun-loving young woman we had the Honor of calling our friend. Our thoughts and prayers have been and will remain with her family. ?
Trish Minard
A beautiful soul taken way to soon! I will miss her friendship dearly.
Tina McConnell
Karen I'm going to miss you and I know in Heaven you are with all the special children just like you where here on earth I'm going to miss talking to you about Sammy R.I.P my friend
Allan and Joan Powell
We send our most sincere condolences and express our deep sorrow to Sean, Olivia, Grace, Isabel, Isaac, Lynda, Steve , Darlene and the extended family. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Much love
Brigitte Boutin
Dear Sean and Family,
It is with sadness that we heard of Karen's passing. We will always keep in our hearts an image of a Karen full of zest for life, love and generosity. Her essence and love will continue to ripple through all of us who had the privilege of being touched by her.
In these difficult times, just know that you are not alone. We are here for you! Sending you all love and prayers.
Brigitte and Tony
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Patrick McCarthy
I am so sorry for your loss. Deepest of sympathies and thoughts and prayers.
Val Hinchcliffe
Sean, Isaac, Grace, Olivia, Isabel and all her family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Karen was a beautiful, kind soul. Her devotion to her family was immense. She was an amazing friend. She would give so much of herself to all her relationships. May you find comfort in knowing her laughter, compassion and love meant so much to so many. I will forever miss my cherished friend. Rest In Peace Karen, I will hold you close to my heart always!❤️
Aunt Karen and Uncle Gerard Murphy
I (Karen) was with her Mom when Karen Lee was born and we lived on the same street where we watched her grow into the beautiful woman she was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Sean, Grace, Olivia and Isobel. With all your great memories,may the good Lord help you get
through this terrible lost.
Karen was the light of any room, the most living and generous soul you could imagine. Her family, her girls, Sean and Isaac were the loves of her life.
It was an honour calling Karen my friend.
My deepest sympathies and love.