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KAREN ELISE JACKS
Born: Jul 13, 1947
Date of Passing: Jan 18, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKAREN ELISE JACKS
Karen Jacks (née Osted) was born in Praesto, Denmark and came to Canada in 1954 with her family. She attended Elmwood High School and loved her time in the high school band as a flutist.
She returned to Denmark, worked as a nanny for a Count and Countess, and completed her education in early childhood pedagogy. She married her husband Rob in Amstelveen, Netherlands in 1975.
Karen worked as a play therapist at St. Boniface Hospital, had a home-based day care, and worked with children at Lord Roberts School and Augustine United Church.
She is deeply missed by her husband Rob; sons, Eli (Joleen) and David (Jennifer); brother Hans (Gail); grandchildren, Isaac and Sophia; and her friends.
A gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to U-Turn Parkinsons.
A photo-biography video honouring Karen’s life is accessible through the 'tributes' link below.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2025
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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So sad to learn of Karen’s passing!! She was a beautiful soul!! ❤️ Prayers to Rob and the boys and family!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻 - Posted by: Jenn Smith (nee Clarke) (Friend) on: Feb 12, 2025
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Our condolences to Rob and family. Karen was a beautiful person, inside and out. - Posted by: Lori Lobchuk (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2025
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We are saddened by the news of Karen's passing. Thinking of you and the boys. We spent many happy times on Donwood Drive and Rosedale. - Posted by: Faye and Robin (friends) on: Jan 25, 2025
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I’m in shock. Such a tremendous loss for your family. I’ve known Karen for over 60 years and she never seemed to change or age. I am so very sorry, Rob, for you and the boys. - Posted by: Bronwyn Swanson (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2025