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Karen H. Bunnell

Karen Haas Bunnell, age 63, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023 at her home, after a short bout with cancer.

Karen was born in New York, daughter of the late Richard Haas and Doris Binnig Haas. She graduated from East Carolina University.

Her big smile and even bigger personality lit up everywhere she went. Starting at her hometown of Winston Salem, NC, to college at ECU, then up north to the Wilmington/Glen Mills area. She touched so many during her life and travels, she will be missed.

Karen is survived by her son Philip Kara-Eneff, Brayden Kara-Eneff, Stephanie and Jeff Ballard, Hannah and Richard Ballard. A very special thank you to Don Bunnell for caring for her during the last 6 months.

Services are private.

Contributions may be made in Karen’s memory to the Brandywine S.P.C.A., 290 Churchmans Road, New Castle, DE 19720.

Funeral Services

Services are private.

Condolences

    Kathi McCarron lit a candle and writes,
    Karen was a close and dear friend when our family lived in her neighborhood. We took our sons to Disney World in Florida together. We consoled each other and made each other laugh. We could say anything to each other, she was that kind of friend. She will be missed by my children and me. Our hearts go out to Phillip and Brayden. Please accept our condolences until we meet again. Some how that woman will be rescuing dogs in heaven, I just know it. 🙏 Love and hugs, Kathi, Mandi and her family, Jenni, and CJ.
    02/07/2023 12:01 pm
    Michael Meckfessel lit a candle and writes,
    Was like a second mom to me growing up and loved seeing her at Walgreens throughout the last couple of years and reconnecting. My 💙 goes out to Phil and I will be keeping your family in my thoughts.
    02/08/2023 09:07 am
    Rita & Brian Gosnell lit a candle and writes,
    We are so very sorry to just know hear about your passing. It's your Birthday Beautiful lady! You are the true meaning of the word "Sweetheart" Always smiling. God Bless you Friend ❤️
    02/17/2023 06:10 pm
    Cindy Robinson heiderscheit writes,
    I went to high school with Karen. She was always smiling. It would make you smile.
    02/21/2023 01:01 pm
    Rick Nicholson writes,
    Oh my gosh, it’s so hard to have just seen this. I grew up across the street from Karen in Mountain Brook. I loved her so much as my great friend. Please accept my condolences and prayers. I’m so embarrassed not knowing of Karen’s passing. Peace be with you. Rick
    06/12/2025 09:04 am

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