Karen Jean Cozza
April 8, 1953 - March 1, 2004
Obituary
Karen J. Cozza, 50, of Federal Way, died Monday, March 1, 2004. She was born April 8, 1953. Karen’s legacy will be one of service. Karen struggled with her health all of her life. Since the day she was born, Karen battled severe health issues and spent numerous hours with doctors and at hospitals. This led her to a calling in healthcare as a registered nurse to serve others as they had helped her, as Karen knew what it was like to be a patient. Her willingness to help others has left a lasting imprint on many, many lives. All of Karen’s family would like to thank the firemen of Federal Way, the staff at St. Francis S.C.U., and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church for all their help and support. Karen is survived by her husband Craig, son Marc, daughter Shana, two sisters Debra O’Connell and Dawn Sturner, brother Ryan Dowell, mother Barbara Ronald Dowell, father Eugene O’Connell, two sisters-in-law Susanne Levy and Halli Garnaas, brother-in-law Christopher Cozza, father-in-law Stewart Cozza and several nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be held Saturday, March 6, 2004 at 11:00AM at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Federal Way. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Services are under the direction of Bonney-Watson Federal Way. For additional information about Karen plese visit the online memorials at bonneywatson.com
I am very sad to learn of Karen’s passing. I have so many fond memories of Karen and her family as my son, David, and Shana were in 4-H together. Karen kept me laughing with her stories of her life’s experiences. I have too many to share here but know that I will continue to hold each one dearly. My sympathy to the family.
You’ll be missed.
Our Blessings and Sympathy to your family.
God speed your precious Soul to HIS side*
I worked with Karen at Allenmore Hospital several years ago. She always had a big smile on her face, and was always there to help. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
I have lost a great friend you all were part of our family for so long and help to raise Tim & Bekkie Yes it is only you guys that keep that ability to call her bekkie. You and Karen were her second parents for so long. Karen will be missed but always Loved. She is now in a place of love and greatness and someday we all will be together again. We love you all and God Bless you.
I WORKED W/ KAREN AT TACOMA GENERAL HOSPITAL IN PERINATAL SPECIAL CARE. KAREN WAS A WARM FUN ENERGETIC PERSON. SHE WAS KIND AND LOVING. SHE HAD A GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR THAT WAS ALWAYS APPRECIATED BY HER PEERS. I FEEL BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN HER FRIEND AND COWORKER. I AM VERY SAD TO LEARN OF KARENS PASSING BUT I KNOW SHE IS W/ OUR LORD. I AM ALSO VERY VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.
We only just recently met Karen and the family and were looking forward to sharing good times together at the race track. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with the Cozza family. God bless.
To the family,
Sorry to hear of Karen’s death. We were in 4-H together several years ago, as Lisa, Nathan and Nicole all new Karen and the family, especially Shana. Hold on to the memories of great times and know that she is now at comfort and that someday you will all be reunited. Our sincere condolences to all of the family.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Karen was definitely one of the ‘good guys’. I will miss her wonderful laugh and catching up on old times when she would come back to visit. I am grateful that she cared enough about me to involve herself in my life many years ago. She will be deeply missed forever.
Dear Cozza Family,
Karen was one of the nicest, sweetest people I have ever met. It was my pleasure to meet Karen and frequently have lunch with her and Kitty at Pulmonary Consultants. She and my sister, Kitty, were great friends. I was just lucky enough to meet Karen through my sister.
Karen was always positive, always thinking how to make things better for everyone.
Most of all, I admired and respected each of you because of the way Karen spoke about you. Craig, she loved you more than tongue could tell. She beamed everytime she talked about you, Marc and Shana.
It is my prayer that our God will wrap you in His arms to comfort you and to give you strength. It is so hard being left here when people we love are Home. What a blessing for everyone who knew her because we know she is with her Lord and Savior!
With prayers and blessings,
Juli
Craig,Shana, & Marc,
My thoughts and prays are with you all. Your loss is felt way beyond Federal Way. Your 4-H family feels your pain and sorrow. Karen left behind lots of unforgetable memories. Ones we will charrish forever. Take care of yourselves and we will get together soon.
Faye
I met Karen in Italy and what a good time we had!! We went to Sorrento and shopped until we dropped…went to Pompei and got lost in Naples..Karen shared her love for Marc and Shana and was so happy for Craig’s experiences in Italy and that they were able to share their experiences. Karen touched my life and I will always have those memories of she and I in Italy!
KAREN WAS A CARING LOVING SOUL WHO WILL BE MISSED BY MANY AND LOVED BY MOST, SHE HELPED ME BECOME BETTER IN MY JOB AND HELPED ME BE ABLE TO BETTER ACCEPT WHAT I COULD NOT ALWAYS CHANGE. I WILL MISS HER GREATLY. I SEND MY LOVE TO HER FAMILY SINCE THIER LOSS IS GREAT.
ALL MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU,
ROBBY.
I am saddened to hear of Karen’s passing. Karen was a great nurse and a true advocate for her patients. I worked with her at Tacoma General in the Birth Center / Perinatal Special Care Unit. My condolences and prayers for her family.
Karen was my sister, my mentor, my confidant and best friend. I will miss her until the day I join her again. She touched, saved and changed many lives. Words cannot explain the void in my soul and in my heart right now, but I am sure Karen will provide me with direction as to how to fill that space and how to make something positive happen out of all this. Karen always found the good, the positive and kept our family upbeat at difficult times. For all the trials and tribulations she was handed, she was almost always positive and more concerned about others than herself. I just hope I can do as well as she did and carry on her legacy. Right now I am remembering all the good times and the special moments we shared together; it brings a smile to my face just as Karen always brought a smile to the faces of the ones she loved. I will miss you forever. I love you; see you in the future.
Your sis, Debbie.
Craig….
SO sorry to hear about your wife passing….I hope only the best for you and your family in your loss…
Take care…my prayers are with you and your family
Dennis
Craig,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of spending time with you and Karen in Italy ~ shopping, driving which is a full-contact sport with the Italians, overeating, touring, etc. I will always remember Karen for her bright smile and enormous heart! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Karen will be dearly missd by all who knew her.
Take Care,
Kelsey
I was very sorry to learn that Karen has died. I met her in Italy while we were living there, and she was visiting Craig. I enjoyed the little time we were able to spend together. I’m sorry for your sadness and hope you find peace in your lives again soon. Joan Halbert, and family.