Karen Favreau

Karen Marie Favreau passed away on Saturday October 12, 2019 in the comfort of hospice care.

Karen was born on August 9, 1951 in Washington DC, the daughter of the late Raymond and Anna Fanning of Olney, MD. She graduated with her RN from University of Maryland’s Nursing School in 1973, was married in 1977, and has resided in Mt Airy, MD since 1981.

Karen is survived by her husband Glenn Favreau, her children, Derek Favreau and Jenna Bell as well as her four grandchildren, Grace, Noah, Carter, and Brooks. In addition, she leaves behind two brothers, Patrick and Michael Fanning, and is preceded in death by her late brother, Brian Fanning. Karen’s endless love for her family and friends along with her selfless service to countless others were the hallmarks of her life. She will be dearly missed, but her legacy will live on.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 17 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Stauffer Funeral Home, 8 E. Ridgeville Boulevard, Mt. Airy.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, October 18 at 11:00 am at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1125 St Michaels Rd, Mt Airy, Father Michael Ruane celebrant.

Interment will be private at a later date in St. Michael's Catholic Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to her 4 precious joys - her grandchildren: Grace age 9, Noah 5, Carter 2 and Brooks 4 months old. Click here to donate .