Karen Ann Keller Lessman

Birth date: Dec 20, 1942 Death date: Nov 21, 2018

Karen Ann (Keller) Lessman age 75 passed away peacefully on November 21, 2018 with her family by her side, after a long and brave struggle with Lewy Body Dementia. Karen was born in Port Trevorton, PA, a daughter of the late John Read Obituary

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Brent Lessman

360w ago

Mom's journey over the past twelve months:

Mom moved to Maryland in February 2018 from her home in North Carolina that she shared with long time companion Dave Cosola. Mom's illnesses became to much for one person. We all realized she needed professional care.

Mom first moved into an Assisted living facility in Severna Park, MD. After six days she was admitted into Levendale Geriatric Hospital where she was reevaluated for her illnesses and proper medications.

After leaving Levendale Hospital we moved mom into our home near the Chesapeake Bay in Stevensville MD where she had home health care providers during the day. LuAnn, Annie and I took care of mom at night. We couldn't provide the proper care, so mom moved to a beautiful assisted living facility, Heartland House in Grasonville, MD.

We where very fortunate to find Heartland House. The owner, Lori, takes personal loving care in each of her fifteen residents. Lori has a staff of healthcare providers that proved to me that they truly care for their residents. I was always confident that mom was getting better care at Heartland House than I could give myself.

I feel fortunate for mom that we found Heartland House, the other residents, their loved ones and healthcare providers that cared for her twenty four-seven.

Mom always described Heartland House as her apartment and "the food is fabulous".

I would like to recognize and thank everyone that helped take care of my mother at Heartland House.

Roshele Lunnie

360w ago

Added 10 new photos to the Through The Years album.

Roshele Lunnie

360w ago

in honor of Karen.

Lit a candle in memory of Karen Ann Keller Lessman

A large, lit white candle with a subtle wax drip on a beige background, accompanied by a white and pink paper flower on the right side.

Paula Salmon

360w ago

Rest In Peace Dear Friend You Hold a Special Place In Our Hearts and Always in Our Memories You will be Missed Beyond Measure Much Love Irma, Paul Jr and Paula Salmon

Brent Lessman

360w ago

Granny spending a Saturday afternoon in September with the girls at Fishermans Crab Deck, on the Chesapeake Bay.

Brent Lessman

360w ago

This picture shows Mom and Brent holding hands during her last few hours

Roshele Lunnie

360w ago

Added 20 new photos to the Through The Years album.

Anonymous

360w ago

Sent a Tree of Life Memorial Urn Pendant to the Lessman family.

Unique silver pendant with a detailed tree of life design, showcasing artistic craftsmanship.

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Roshele Lunnie

360w ago

Mom,

You will be missed forever! It wasn't fair that you had to endure so many diseases. You amazed me at how brave & strong you were towards the end. It was very difficult being so far away from you, mostly during the many times you were so scared and needed us by your side the most! There were too many times that I cried wishing I could just crawl through the phone and be there for you and fight those demons with you! I will be forever saddened to not be able to pick up the phone and talk to you. You were so lucky to have Brent taking care of you, he was an amazing care taker with such a BIG heart with many sleepless nights. I will never forget my time taking care of you in North Carolina before your big move to Maryland. Laying beside you in your bed chatting and staying up late while Brent, LuAnn & Billy were sound asleep. You may have not laughed the way we used to, but it was a night I will never forget! I was honored to have you walk down the aisle with me and dad on my wedding day! That meant the world to me and I hope it did you as well! We had so many fun & memorable times together in North Carolina, times I will never forget! We would laugh so hard until we cried! We have always had to deal with being so far away from each other, but not being able to be with you until your last breathe was very hard for me. I am thankful that I was able to be with you via the phone. I hope and pray that you heard my words to you before you went peacefully. I know that you have been here with me! You will forever be in my heart! I love you to the moon and back, until we meet again!

Broken Chain

We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone;
for part of us went with you
the day God called you Home.

You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide;
and though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same;
but as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.

I LOVE YOU MOM!!!

Roshele

Brent Lessman

360w ago

Mom,

I will miss you. Your battle with Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s, COPD, diseases has been very difficult to see progressively get worse. I have had many sleepless nights worrying about your safety.

As much as we will miss you, we are equally as happy that your suffering will not get any worse and that you went without any pain. Your last moments where spent with LuAnn, Annie, Becki, Anthony and I.

I Love you Mom.
Your son, Brent.

Roshele Lunnie

360w ago

Mom,

Broken Chain

We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone;
for part of us went with you
the day God called you Home.

You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide;
and though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same;
but as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.

I LOVE YOU MOM!!!

Roshele

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