Kari’s Story

Site created on May 26, 2023

Hello, everyone! I'm so glad you're here to lend your support, virtual hugs and prayers as I face this very unexpected cancer journey. Words cannot express how much it means to have a community of people who truly care about me, as I am a BIG believe in power of working as team. I will share important news as it unfolds and continue to remain positive and cautiously optimistic as I fight this cancer (with all of you there to give me strength and courage). Welcome to the KareBear (nickname from my dad) Avenger team! Love, Kari

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Journal entry by Kari Schmitz

Please join us as we come together to honor and celebrate the extraordinary life of Kari on Sunday, February 25 at 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm in Winter Garden, FL.  Please come and share your memories and stories of the time we shared together.

Since the venue requires an attendee count, a separate RSVP invitation will be sent out via evite to you in the coming days. If you are planning to attend from out of town and need a hotel, we recommend doing a Google search for "Flamingo Crossings hotels near Disney World". Several Hilton and Marriott branded hotel options are available, all close proximity to the venue.

In Kari's 57 years of life, she built a wonderful extended family with you, her many, many friends. Kari's mom Nancy instilled in her the belief that your friends are your family, too, and Kari was the best friend anyone could have.

For those of you who are moved to give, in lieu of flowers, a charitable donation may be made to Bears Who Care: Bears Who Care

Love to all,

The Schmitz family

 

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