It is with heavy hearts the family of Karen Bickell announce her unexpected passing on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

Karen passed surrounded by the love of her family at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre at the age of 69.

Cherished mother to Karla Gordon (Joseph Hoppie) and Brad (Cyndi) May.

Cherished grandmother to Laura May (Tyler Stoll), Braydon May, Maggie Gordon, Reegan DeLaire, Mackenzie May and Ashlynn May.

Beloved daughter of pre-deceased Karl and Shirley Bickell. Sister to Bill (Anne) Bickell, and Kim Bickell (Chris Cooper).

A private family graveside service will be held at the Newtonville Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.