Karen Vollmar Obituary

Dear Brad,
Jock Campbell and I, Chera attended the Walt Woodard Roping School with you in January 2007 at the Bar 5L. Jock and I saw Walt on Friday the 13th at a ustrc roping, Walt told us the news of your tragic loss of a beautiful, always smiling lady. I can only picture her big smile, Walt, Jock and I are so sorry, but so glad that we had the chance to spend a weekend with you and your wife, snowstorm and all! Thinking of you
Chera Campbell

Dear Brad and Huck,
I am so sorry about your loss. Karen was always so great with us and our dogs (we were always such high maintenance) and she always made us feel so special. She was a rare breed and I will not forget her unending smile. Please feel free to call me if you ever need anything.

Sincerely,

Karen was a wonderful friend to our dog, Sienna, and she will be missed dearly as our vet. My son Collin who has known Huck since days at Kindercare was also very sad for Huck. God be with you all at this very difficult time.

Dear Brad and Huck: I was shocked and saddened to hear about Karen's untimely death. We had been out of town when her death occured. I have many wonderful memories of Karen. When we first met, you had just bought your practice and she learned she was pregnant just about the same time. She was amazingly kind when we lost Chacoe last Christmas. I will never forget her loving spirit. We now have a new, yellow lab named Sookie and were looking forward to a long relationship. I am so sorry for your loss and the loss of all of your patients and families.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

So sorry to hear of the loss of Karen. I do always remeber her great spirit filled with happiness. She was a freind to all. My prayers are with the family. God bless.

Dear Brad and Huck,
Dave and I can't tell you how sorry we are in the loss of Karen. She was such a wonderful person, wife,mother and friend. We will miss her terribly. You both are in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget learning how to team rope with you both, and all the antics that went with learning the sport. We love you all and will miss Karen terribly. Please know that she left us doing one of the things that she loved. Please don't hesitate to contact us if there is anything you need, we are here for you all hours, day or night. We love you both and are there for you always. Love Dave and Julie Hasen

i can remember the 1st horse ride you ever took me on! or the ride in your mustang or even to the Zoo you were a big part of my life! i loved you so much..you were such a great person who always had a a smile..you will be missed aunt karen

Brad and Huck,
I am so sorry that Karen has left our lives. She is greatly missed. I'm thinking about you in this sad time.

We are deeply saddened for your loss. Karen was the only one who our dogs Homer and Harley really felt conmfortable with. Your family is in our prayers.

Brad and Family
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Dear Brad and Huck,
We are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Please know that you, and all of Karen's extended family, are in our thoughts and prayers as God walks you through this difficult time.
In His love,

To Brad, Huck, and your families:

I am so sorry to hear about Karen. She was so full of life and positive about her career and family; it was always great to see her at our class reunions. Take care of yourselves. Dave and Michelle Arkfeld & family

Brad and Huck,

We are saddened so deeply by the loss of Karen. She was a incredible person and possessed such a wonderful and caring manner. We wish that we could provide our condolences in person but we want you to know that we are thinking of you in this difficult time. We hope that we will be able to see you both soon. Please accept our deepest sympathies and support.

Our love,
Larry, Jana, Dylan and Levi Hafer

Our deepest sympathy, thougths and prayers for Karen's
family.
Gary & Leona Stone
& Family

To Karen's family:

I am so sorry about your loss. Karen was such a wonderful friend. We went to high school together, worked together for awhile, played tennis together and had many good times. She was such a positive and beautiful person. I'm so glad I got to see her at our 20th reunion. She touched everyone she knew in such a special way. My heart goes out to you and I pray that the wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time.

Brad and Huck,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Our sincerest condolences on your loss.
Sharen Abrams and the Staff at IDEXX Laboratories

To the Vollmar Family and Friends,
Our deepest sympathies. Karen was a warm hearted person who loved animals. Her gentleness and care for "Mindy", "Mollie" and "Spooky" was outstanding. We will miss such a loving person. May the grace of God be with you during this difficult time.

To the Vollmar family,
I am deeply saddened by your, and our community's, loss of a fine person and veterinarian. I, and my animals, were always treated with kindness, compassion, and a personal touch that I will never forget. God bless you.

To Karen's family:

My heart goes out to you at such a difficult time. Karen was a wonderful person. We didn't keep up very well after vet school but I still remember her radiant smile. I saw Karen a few months ago at the CVMA convention and had a chance to catch up. I remember thinking how happy she seemed which hopefully is of some comfort--knowing that she embraced life to the fullest. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with her entire family especially Brad & Huck.

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear about your loss. I enjoyed watching as your family and business grew over the years. I remember walking into Eagle Point and hearing a bird and a cat making a lot of noise, Huck crying (probably only a few months old), and the phone ringing all at the same time. You both seemed to be smiling through it all! Karen was a gifted veterinarian blessed with an amazing family and career. She will be deeply missed.

Brad:

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Karen was a wonderful vet and a great person overall. She will be missed by all of us!

Dear Brad, Huck, and family,
I'm sorry I haven't kept in touch very well since school, but you've come to mind occasionally, esp. when talking to Stacy or Eric. You two were always so much fun to hang out with - always uplifting. I can't begin to tell you how badly we feel for you and your family. I know that nothing I say can fix the problem or make you feel better for very long, but just wanted to let you know that we think the world of you and are praying for you.

Doug and Laurie Oxley
KSU '94

I was very saddened to hear the news. Karen was a special, kind person. Although I didn't know her very well, I remember she always had a warm smile whenever I saw her in the halls at Roncalli High. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Both human and animal hearts all over are breaking at this tragic loss. Karen was my rock through the loss of my first pet calico Sophie in 99, when they were still at Eagle Point. Her unconditional caring helped me through the greiving process, which made all the difference when my Dad died four years ago. We are grateful that Huck will always have so much of her in him, and all our love to Brad, Huck and the entire family. We were honored to know Karen, she touched so many lives. She always made time for our needs. We are here for anything you might need, as neighbors, as friends, as clients. All our love, the Oswalds - Caz, Jay and Kodi, Bob and Miss V.

Im so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Brad,
We were so sad to hear about Karen's tragic death. I know she was devoted to you and Huck and her many devoted friends and family. We will miss her terribly; she would never have wanted to leave you and Huck behind. I hope you can find comfort in your family in the time to come and know how much she was loved and respected by all whose lives she touched. Pets Cheyenne and Alex in heaven, Maya, Joey, and our new pets, Danny and Keeley, who Karen gave such wonderful care, send their love along with Lester, Katey, Christian, Elisabeth, and Julian Claudio. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

To the Swartz and Vollmar family: I did not know Karen but her sister Maribeth which is my daughter-in-law spoke of her often. Her heart is breaking over this loss of her sister. Take time to spend with the people you love here on earth and cherish the memories you make as they will remain in your heart forever and you will always have them to reflect on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brad & Huck,
Although me and Karen weren't as close as I'd have liked for us to be, your generous hospitality on my short and infrequent visits to the Springs (and your ski lessons @ Breckenridge)will not be forgotten... Growing up Karen and I shared a love of riding and my only regret is that we never got the chance to ride together one more as adults. Brad, life goes on and time marches forward but memories are in the heart forever and I know you have tons on memories to carry you through this difficult time and beyand. My heart and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Such a special person will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Karen, say hi to mom for me, rest in peace and please watch over us from above. I love you and will miss you...Love, your sister Maribeth.

To Karen Vollmar's Family: I send you my best wishes and deepest sympathy for the entire family. I did not know you personally but Maribeth, your sister and my daughter-in law has a heart that's breaking over your loss. Maribeth spoke of you often and always wished she could see you more. My deepest condolences to the entire Swartz-Vollmar family.

Brad
and Huck,
My thoughts and pryers are with you and all your family. As a K-Stater,
former team roper, and colleague, I offer my deepest sympathies and
condolences.

Brad & Huck,
Although me and Karen weren't as close as I'd have liked for us to be, your generous hospitality on my short and infrequent visits to the Springs (and your ski lessons @ Breckenridge)will not be forgotten... Growing up Karen and I shared a love of riding and my only regret is that we never got the chance to ride together one more as adults. Brad, life goes on and time marches forward but memories are in the heart forever and I know you have tons on memories to carry you through this difficult time and beyand. My heart and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Such a special person will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Karen, say hi to mom for me, rest in peace and please watch over andprotect us from above. I love you and will miss you...Love, your sister Maribeth.

I enjoyed riding with Karen at OSY saddle club events in Omaha, NE many years ago. Karen was an excellent rider, loved her horses, and in turn she was loved by all who knew her. She was a beautiful person - inside and out and will be missed by all of us in the saddle club. My sincere condolences for your loss - may God bless your hearts with His peace and comfort.

I use to work at Hope Montessori with your son Huck and remember what a great time we always had together! I only met Karen a few times but I remember she was always smiling and laughing. Everyone loved her and she will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you!

Vollmar Family,
Although I did not know Karen personally, a friend to animals is a friend of mine. I am very sorry for your loss.

There are no words to express the depth of sadness that I feel in losing Karen. She made my world a brighter place and can only imagine the void that will be felt by all that knew and loved her. Brad has the best of her, in Huck, and my prayers will be with you both forever.

Brad and Huck,

My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you. Karen was a very special friend, someone I will never forget. I will always remember her beautiful smile and kind heart.

I didn't know your Karen personally, but as a colleague, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Our deepest condolences to all of Karen's family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Jim & Jo Lohmeier, Leeanna, Rita, Carol, Mary Jo, and Janet and their families.

Brad, Huck, and Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Karen was an exceptional person. With the compassion and drive for life that she had in school, we can imagine the impact that she had on your life and community. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We cherish our great memories of her, and hope that your fond memories will help you through this tragic time.

Sincerely,

Tim, Dyann, and Family
Class of 1994

On behalf of the Dreampower Animal Rescue family, I want to extend my sincere condolences on the loss of Dr. Vollmar. It's never easy to lose a loved one, but when it happens so quickly and unexpectedly, it is especially difficult to deal with. Our thoughts are with you both.

Brad and Huck,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss. Karen will always be remembered!

Brad and Huck,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss. Karen will never be forgotten.

To Karen's Family:

Such a great loss and life just won't be the same without Karen and her loving ways. She was an awesome vet and beautiful woman. Many hearts have been broken forever. Heaven has a new angel. Rest in peace, dear Karen, we will miss you always.

Sallie and Paul Bennett, Jacksun, Bug, Indy and Mim

Brad, Huck & family,
I remember you & Karen from the time you purchased Eagle Point Veterinary Clinic. I loved going in there and enjoyed getting to know you both. I had the pleasure of helping Brad & Karen buy their first home as well as the one they have now. Huck was actually at the closing of their first home just two or three weeks old if I remember right. Karen took great care of our dogs and was so compassionate when two different times we had to put our dogs down. I think she and Brad became incredible business people and have been thrilled to watch how their business grew and prospers. I owe some of the decisions I made in my business to some conversations I had with them. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the memories you have be cherished and bring you comfort in the times ahead.

Karen was a breath of fresh air with her warm and welcoming smile. It was like visiting family when we brought our dogs to Karen and it was always such a treat to see Brad and Huck. She will never be forgotten for the way she touched our lives through the care she gave our beloved Goldens. Brad – you and Huck will always be in our prayers.

Brad and Huck,
What a shock and tragidy. My toughts and prayers are with you during this trying period in your lives.

Her smile and laughter is something that is still with me 20 years later. We enjoyed summer's riding together at OSY Saddle Club (Omaha NE). May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of happy times together as the family celebrates a life well-lived. Our deepest sympathy. Karen, Dave, Joshua and Erik Farley

Brad, Huck and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and always. Karen was a special person on so many levels. Her tragic loss has touched us all. May your memories help comfort you and carry you through.

Sincerely

Eric, Bridgette and family
Class of 1994

To The Vollmar Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Karen was such a caring,and special person. She always treated our animals with such love and care. They have lost a true friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

To Brad, Huck and all of Karen's family: This is such a sudden tragedy that has left us all in shock. Karen touched so many lives in such a positive way, she had a way of making everyone feel special. I will miss her big smile and her laugh. Just know that my thoughts are with your family during this time.

Life continues and time marches on but memories are in the heart forever. Say hi to mom for us, I'll miss you...

To the family of Dr.Karen Vollmar,
I'm so sorry for your loss! I only met Dr. Vollmar last week when I brought in Maggie, who I was dog sitting for. My thoughts and prayers are with you!

Dede ~