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My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family during this tragic time. May the Lord help you find peace and comfort. Love to all of you! - 07.06.2012

From Christin Peterson - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, We were so sorry to hear about your "wifey's" untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. --Randy and Cheryl Bergman ---Randy and Cheryl Bergman - 07.06.2012

From Randy and Cheryl Bergman - Flag as inappropriate

Andrew - So sorry for the loss of your sister in such a senseless manner. You are in all our thoughts and we pray for comfort for your family and return to health for your brother-in-law. Terry from RGS - 07.06.2012

From Terry Yarbrough - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Karin was a wonderful person that would do anything for anyone. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends and her special friend Taliesyn. My heart goes out to all. - 07.06.2012

From Karen Duquaine - Flag as inappropriate

We will always remember what a bouncy, sweet person Karin was. She was always entertaining to "Shippy" when she worked with him. We wil pray for her family in this time of pain and loss. Rick & Kay Shipyor - 07.06.2012

From Rick & Kay Shipyor - Flag as inappropriate

Words can't express the depth of my sadness. I can only say this to comfort you: The ones who love us never really leave us, as long as we hold them close in our hearts. You all have my deepest sympathy. - 07.06.2012

From Lorraine Hickman - Flag as inappropriate

Our heart-felt thoughts and prayers to the entire family over your tragic loss and for Bryan's physical and spiritual healing. - 07.06.2012

From Malcolm and Beth Mead-O'Brien - Flag as inappropriate

Words are so inadequate. May God comfort you. You are all in my prayers. - 07.06.2012

From Kathy Bushong - Flag as inappropriate

So Sorry to hear about Karen. She was our Coke Rep in Munising and we had some great talks. We will miss her. Our thoughts are with the family. - 07.06.2012

From Kittie and Dennis Mahoney (Hillside Party Store) - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, Beth & Tom, my deepest sympathy for your loss. Karin was such a gentle soul who made a mark with everyone she met, she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. - 07.06.2012

From Noelle (Marcotte) Champion - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan and Jennifer and family, My prayers are with you at such a tragic time. So sorry for your loss and pray for strength and guidance each day. Blessings to you all. Sandy SWC - 07.06.2012

From Sandy Stein - Flag as inappropriate

To Karin's family and friends, I wish you the strength and comfort of each other during this most difficult of times. To her loving husband, Bryan, my first and long-time friend, I wish you the same as well as the eventual healing of your wounds (physical and otherwise). My thoughts are with you... - 07.06.2012

From Dan Bergman - Flag as inappropriate

Dear Amy and Tom, I'm so very sorry for the sad news. My heart aches to try to comprehend such a loss. Please know how much everyone cares about you, and how we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. - 07.06.2012

From Dennis McGeen - Flag as inappropriate

To Bryan, Karin's parents, family, and friends: Karin was probably the nicest person I've ever met. If the person responsible for this accident only knew and understood what an amazing person she was, he/she would gladly come forward and take any measure of punishment. My prayer is that the case is solved, and that God is with all who knew and loved Karin in this difficult time. I will miss Karin deeply... she had a way of making the worst day into a great day with her positive outlook and contagious smile. - 07.06.2012

From Ty Shesky - Flag as inappropriate

We are so sorry for the loss of Karin, our prayers go out to you and your family. Kerry and Kaylee Hittle - 07.06.2012

From kerry hittle - Flag as inappropriate

So deeply sorrowful to hear of this tragedy. For such a new family to have to go through this...I can't even imagine. My heartfelt sympathy to Bryan, and to both families. I will keep you all in my prayers. - 07.06.2012

From Hank Schwanke - Flag as inappropriate

Our deepest condolences goes out to Karins husband and family.. A great person to work with.. She was our Coke rep at our Party store in Mqt.. I will surely missed you. May she rest in peace.. - 07.06.2012

From Peachy and Mike Valle - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, and all the LaChapell and Maki families - we are so very, very saddened at this tragic loss. Our prayers for God's peace to all of you. Remember her smiling face and all the happy days. She will be with you forever. All our love. -- the Maryland Mitchells. - 07.06.2012

From Paul, Peg, Greg and Denise Mitchell - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest regrets for your loss. Karin is a true hero. In giving the miracle of life to others, her spirit lives on. I was privileged to be involved in Karin's care in the last hours of her life, and I will never forget her tragedy or the miracles made possible by her generosity. - 07.06.2012

From L. Peppin - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan-My most heartfelt condolences to you and Karin's families. Although I only met her a couple times, I know you two were meant for each other. - 07.06.2012

From Perry Nora - Flag as inappropriate

So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you. May God be with you during this difficult time and may you find comfort and peace in the memories you shared with Karin. - 07.06.2012

From Jeff & Trina Koepel & girls - Flag as inappropriate

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - 07.06.2012

From Tom & Halli Lindley & family - Flag as inappropriate

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - 07.06.2012

From Tom & Halli Lindley & family - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, I am so very sorry for your loss of Karin. My heart aches for you and your family. My prayers are with you daily for continued healing. May God bless you and stay with you through this difficult tragedy. - 07.06.2012

From Rita (Kopenski) Mazzuchi - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan you are in our thoughts and prayers. - 07.06.2012

From Richard and Marianne Wickstrom - Flag as inappropriate

Nicki, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you. Your Sparrow ED family - 07.06.2012

From Sracey Peacock - Flag as inappropriate

Matt-I wish I could say something to make this better, but we are here for you and your family. Praying peace beyond understanding. - 07.06.2012

From Alan Coulter - Flag as inappropriate

Matt: All of these writers in your life and we can come up with nothing more to say than we are so sorry, so sorry. But we mean it profoundly. I wish your family what peace can be found in this senseless loss and all of the love that you so plainly already have. - 07.06.2012

From Sophia - Flag as inappropriate

The obituary, written during the deepest hours of our grief, overlooked the inclusion of numerous relatives and countless friends including two VERY special friends, who have been by Karin's side for the past 20 years including during these most difficult past few days, Jesse Collins of Negaunee and Sarah (Andy) Stevens of Marquette. Thank you all for the comforting words and prayers. Continue to pray for Bryan's healing and easing of the devastating loss of the love of his life. ~Amy - 07.06.2012

From Amy Keranen (Karin's sister) - Flag as inappropriate

In your sorrow, may there be peace. - 07.07.2012

From Orajane Kennedy - Flag as inappropriate

To the families and friends of Karin and Bryan: It's impossible to imagine the pain and suffering caused by this heartwrenching loss. Our hearts break. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you walk through this time. God bless you. - 07.07.2012

From Susan Durham - Flag as inappropriate

So sorry to hear about this tragedy. Michele and I are heartbroken for you. You have our deepest sympathy. - 07.07.2012

From Dave Vacilek - Flag as inappropriate

I did not know karin or any of the family but I wanted to extend my sympathies for your loss. I am so sorry for your pain and the loss of such an amazing person. Please know that there are many in the community that are holding you all in their hearts and prayers. Thinking of you Tricia LaFave-Guidebeck - 07.07.2012

From Tricia LaFave-Guidebeck - Flag as inappropriate

Please accept our deepest & most sincere sympathy in the tragic & senseless loss of Karin. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May you be given the strength now & in the days to come. - 07.07.2012

From Uncle Carl & Aunt Mary Maki & families - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy to the LaChapell and Maki families. Rest in peace, Karin. - 07.07.2012

From Michael Turino - Flag as inappropriate

Can't believe this happened. Karin, you were so nice and always fun to be around. Prayers to both families. - 07.07.2012

From Ann Bimberg - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest thoughts & love go out to you my sweet friend Matt at this tragic time my heart is breaking for you & your family I am sending you all my love as you go through your grief love you my sweet friend - 07.07.2012

From Adrienne Tousignant - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest thoughts and prayers for the Maki and LaChapelle families during this difficult time. - 07.07.2012

From Cathy Grady - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy for your loss, and my hope for your family is for love and strength during this time. - 07.07.2012

From Anita Singh - Flag as inappropriate

Tom and Beth, I am so sorry to hear about Karin. I remember her from the pictures we had of your children at the farm in Pelkie. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. - 07.07.2012

From Cousin Maryjo, Mike and Elise Wiggen - Flag as inappropriate

Although i do not know Karin personally, or her family, I am very sad for everyone involved. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Its hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well lived life....May happy memories carry your through this sorrowful time..........Again, My heart is with you all - 07.07.2012

From shirley barnett - Flag as inappropriate

It was just shocking to read of Karin's demise. Please accept my heart-felt condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - 07.08.2012

From Ed Kuivanen - Flag as inappropriate

It was just shocking to read of Karin's demise. Please accept my heart-felt condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - 07.08.2012

From Ed Kuivanen - Flag as inappropriate

Tom, Beth and Brian; I was down at the harbor when I heard the ambulance just prior to the fireworks on the 4th. I was shocked to find out that your beautiful daughter had been hit by a car. What a tragedy and sad thing for you and your family to now endure. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers to somehow find consolation in the days to come. Tom, I think of all the times you told me of Karin's adventures with her horse. - 07.08.2012

From Joan Duncan - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Karin, but know she must have been a terrific person, just like you. Our thoughts are with you as you work through this tremendous hardship. - 07.08.2012

From Jared Frisk and Jenny Eagle - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy go out to Bryan and the entire family. So sorry for your tragic and sudden loss. Karin was part of the Coca-Cola family and will be greatly missed. Her positive attitude and outgoing personality always made Karin a winner! Our heart and prayers go out to all! - 07.08.2012

From Jeff and Deb Pietrangelo - Flag as inappropriate

So terribly sorry for your loss:(!! Prayers of comfort and healing go out to Karin's family, friends, and long time companion horse. RIP Karin!! - 07.08.2012

From Linda Nordquist - Flag as inappropriate

I am so sorry for the loss of Karin. My family went through a terrible loss a few years ago on 4th of July in Marquette. I hope you find strength in God. I will be praying for her husband. - 07.08.2012

From Thinking of You - Flag as inappropriate

I am very saddened to hear of Karin's passing. Bryan and the Maki family, I hope that you find comfort in the wonderful memories of Karin. She was a beautiful person whose smile could brighten anyone's day. I will be praying for you all, as well as for Bryan's recovery. - 07.08.2012

From Bethany Pryor - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan and Karin's family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. May the strength and love of your friends and family help comfort you during this tragic time. - 07.08.2012

From Christopher Salo - Flag as inappropriate

I took care of karin's horse for five years... i could not have been more blessed to have meet such a wonderfull,full of life person. i am glad my time spent with her was cherished and will always be rememberd... she will be missed greatly. sincerly, Travis Holmes - 07.08.2012

From Travis Holmes - Flag as inappropriate

Karin will be truly missed by everyone who knew here and even those who never had a chance to. She was one of the best!!!! Heaven has gained another Angel.... I am soooo sorry for your loss.... - 07.09.2012

From Carolyn Radke - Flag as inappropriate

Tom, so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family, and all of Karin's friends and in-laws. I hope that Bryan recovers soon from this terrible accident. - 07.09.2012

From Susan Kilmer - DEQ - Flag as inappropriate

Tom,Beth,Amy,Bryan and family, Our hearts are so broken and sad at the news of Karen's tragic passing. We pray that God will touch your hearts and comfort you during this extremely difficult time. May you know that your friends care very much about you and feel your loss. We will continue praying for you and your family. - 07.09.2012

From Joel and Cindy Asher - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy to Karin's family. Although it is hard to comprehend such a tragic loss, please take comfort in knowing what a lovely and caring person Karin was. I will pray for your comfort and well being. - 07.09.2012

From John Vial - Flag as inappropriate

Tom, My deepest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless her soul. - 07.09.2012

From Asad Khan - Flag as inappropriate

Our deepest sympathies to the LaChapell and Maki families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time and in the days ahead. Prayers of healing for you Bryan. God bless you all! - 07.09.2012

From Jerry and Judy Senske - Flag as inappropriate

Shortly after Karin had trained Taliesyn to drive, she asked me if I wanted to go for a ride in the cart with her. We went down the road and onto the ski trail. Little did we know that our slow walk through the woods would turn into the mosquitos attacking us and Taliesyn cantering full speed down the trail. We were holding on trying to not fall out, but yet laughing the whole time. She was a warm, wonderful person and will be greatly missed. - 07.09.2012

From Carissa Schwemin - Flag as inappropriate

So very sorry for your loss--you and and your family are in our thoughts. - 07.09.2012

From Mardiros and Camille Tarpinian - Flag as inappropriate

I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - 07.09.2012

From David Yanochko - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, My most sincere thoughts go out to you and Karin's families. As an old college roommate, we often talked about what we wanted in life and although I never met Karin, her obituary left me knowing that you did find your fishing partner. I am truly saddened by the news. Please also know that I have spoken with many people from college and there are people every where that are thinking about you and your families and sending their thoughts and prayers. - 07.09.2012

From Andrew Bubb - Flag as inappropriate

So very sorry for the loss of Karin. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest Sympathy The Cardew family - 07.09.2012

From The Cardew's - Flag as inappropriate

To Bryan and the families, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We didn't know Karin but she must have been a wonderful, loving, and caring person. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all. - 07.09.2012

From Jim and Jane Anderson - Flag as inappropriate

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Many hugs and love for you all. - 07.09.2012

From Phyllis and Bruce Moody - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, I am sooooo Very sorry to here about you loosing Karin. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Loosing your spouse is very hard. I lost mine 8 years ago. GOD will take care of you and help you when you ask. Please keep that in mind, and remember to ask. Again, I'm sorry this happened to you. - 07.09.2012

From Gail Parkkonen - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, my heart aches for you at the loss of your "wifey". Taken from you to soon and so tragically. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. - 07.09.2012

From Annonymous - Flag as inappropriate

We have been thinking about you and your family since this happened. We wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our prayers and If there is anything we can do for you, Please do not hesitate to ask. We work with Jennifer, Karins sister n law in Byron Center, MI.... With Deepest Sympathy! - 07.09.2012

From Michelle Morgan and Doreen Lutz - Flag as inappropriate

My deepest sympathy for your loss. - 07.09.2012

From Kristi Kesti-Pieti - Flag as inappropriate

Dear Bryan and Family, Our hearts ache for you for this tragic loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strengthen, encourage, support, and heal you during these difficult days. Paul and Kaye Steinke - 07.09.2012

From Kaye Steinke - Flag as inappropriate

My prayers go out to all of you. I was so saddened to hear of Karins passing. Though I haven't seen Karin for years I remember her constant smile and always happy, pleasant demeanor. We always talked about our horses recent travels. Rest in peace Karin ...... - 07.09.2012

From Julie Gravedoni - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan~My thoughts and prayers are with you right now...may you find comfort in your great memories. I am so sorry for your loss. - 07.09.2012

From Janet Sivula - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, praying for you during this difficult time. May you turn to God to give you strength for the days ahead. Know you have many who care about you. - 07.09.2012

From Missy Delliss Cevingey - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, praying for you during this difficult time. May you turn to God to give you strength for the days ahead. Know you have many who care about you. - 07.09.2012

From Missy Delliss Cevingey - Flag as inappropriate

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the LaChapell family. I'm sending a long-distance hug to my friend Andy and a fellow Red Cross volunteer, JoEllen. I'm so sorry for this sudden loss. - 07.09.2012

From Katie Richards - Flag as inappropriate

Tom, My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your daughter Karin. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all that loved her. Lynn - 07.10.2012

From Lynn Millerwise Spurr - Flag as inappropriate

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss and are praying for you. - 07.10.2012

From Brad and Jessica Mason - Flag as inappropriate

Andrew and family We are all so sorry for your loss. We are all your family here at Real Green and when you hurt we hurt. We will all say a prayer for you and your family. Real Green Systems - 07.10.2012

From Valerie Magnaghi - Flag as inappropriate

Karin was the kindest person I have ever met. Thoughts and prayer for the LaChapell and Maki family. Rick Meyer, Bonners Ferry, Idaho - 07.10.2012

From Rick Meyer - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan - Although I did not know Karin I have felt a bit of her love through Matt Martyn. Matt and I have worked together in Lansing and his recent hearfelt post on Facebook about your tragic loss really moved me. He was deeply touched by the short time you all spent together that day. He mentioned her kind act of offering him a blanket so he would be warm at the fireworks. I hope you are a little comforted by the outpouring of love for Karin. You have my deepest sympathy. - 07.11.2012

From Kendall Witherspoon/Austin, Texas - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, may you find peace amidst this tragedy. You are in my thoughts often these days. - 07.11.2012

From Andrea Durham - Flag as inappropriate

Family and friends of Karin, Many hearts ache for you. I am one of many who had the honor to go to high school with Karin. Though we are the same age, I appreciated her like a mentor. Her gentleness, meekness, and true integrity touched my life in a special way. She was always positive, and thought the best of everyone. Those amazing qualities will long be remembered by those she left behind. Thank you to her family for lovingly instilling such special characteristics, and to her hubby for blessing her life with happiness! Praying for you in your loss. - 07.11.2012

From Barb (VanGordon) Jackson - Flag as inappropriate

Bryan, you and I met back in the early 90s while I was living in Marquette. I learned of your terrible loss through Dave Vacilek. You and your loved ones have my deepest sympathy. - 07.18.2012

From Malcolm Bondon - Flag as inappropriate

I just received my Milford Times and learned of your loss. You have my deepest sympathies. I have very fond memories of the Maki family. You are all in my prayers. - 08.22.2012

From Nancy Bowman - Flag as inappropriate