Karen Esther Reiss Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Karen Esther Reiss of Gilbert, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on April 22, 2025 at the age of 68, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Jansen and Joanne Jansen (Connell); her former husband James A. Reiss; her husband Paul Hillard; and her brothers, Roy and William Jansen.
She is survived by: her children, Abby Carpenter of Gilbert, PA, Jason Reiss (Grace Robert) of Gilbert, PA, Cherie Reiss of Middleburg, FL and Amanda Horack of Greentown, PA; her stepchildren, Lana Muffley of Gilbert, PA and Kenny Reddick of Gilbert, PA.; her grandchildren, Riley Reiss of Drums, Trinity VanWhy of Monroe County, PA, Serenity Reiss of Monroe County, PA, Franky Tobia IV of Monroeville, AL, Addilynn Tobia of Monroeville, AL and Summer Gearhart of Wilkes Barre, PA.; and her siblings, Joanne Broomer of Broad Run, VA, Gerard Moran of Las Vegas, NV and Debbie Kennelly of Saylorsburg, PA. She is also survived by nieces, nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to Gower Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 1426 Route 209, Gilbert, PA 18331. Keep Karen's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.