In loving memory of Karen Lee Franklin of Brick, New Jersey, who departed this world on September 7, 2024 at the age of 53. Karen Lee leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Karen Lee had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Karen Lee may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Stuerze and Helen Stuerze; and her brother Robert C. Stuerze. She is survived by: her husband Raymond E. Franklin II; her children, Raymond E. Franklin, III, Mason L. Franklin and Saleena L. Rodriguez; her brother Charlie R. Stuerze; her granddaughter Jordyn Elizabeth; and also Patricia A. Fornarotto.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Colonial Funeral Group

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September 13, 2024

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“Karen may you rest in Peace. May the Lord lead you to a Beautiful and Loving new place where you can look over your loved ones from up above 🕊🙏💔😥”

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Colonial Funeral Home
2170 NJ-88, Brick Township, NJ 08724

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