Karen Lynn Young (Kreiser), a humble servant of the Lord and a beacon of His love, was called to her eternal home on August 17, 2024, at the age of 65. Born to this earthly realm on August 20, 1958, in Rochester, NY. Karen’s life was a testimony to the grace and mercy bestowed upon her by her Creator.
Educated at East Ridge High School and the Rochester Business Institute, Karen embodied the virtues of diligence and charity throughout her career at Rochester Regional Health. In the Emergency Department, Surgical Center, and Lipson Cancer Center, her gentle spirit and nurturing presence brought solace to those in pain and their families.
At Calvary Chapel Greece and Calvery Chapel Westside, Karen found her spiritual haven, dedicating her life to the service of her Savior and those around her. Her selfless nature was the embodiment of Christ’s teachings, as she extended her hand and heart to the recovery community, demonstrating profound gratitude for her own journey and respect for all of creation.
Karen’s legacy of love continues to ripple through the lives of her beloved husband and soulmate, Earl Young Sr.; her children, Earl Young Jr. and Krista Lattuca (RJ Lattuca III); her stepchildren, Andrea Young, Melanie Young, and Sam Zhen; her cherished grandchildren, Hailey, Joshua, Zayne, Kylie, Esperanza, Liam, and Molly; her devoted brother, Keith Kreiser (Susan); and her adoring nieces, Kelly and Kristin Kreiser. She was greeted in Heaven by her parents, Marilyn and Dale Kreiser, who undoubtedly prepared the way before her.
A remembrance of Karen’s life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024. The family will welcome friends from 9-11 AM at Dierna Funeral Home, 2309 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14609. A sacred Celebration of Life will commence immediately to follow, at 12 PM at 85 Kuhn Rd, Rochester, NY 14612, where loved ones can unite in fellowship, sharing stories of how Karen’s light touched each of their lives and have a meal.
In lieu of traditional remembrances, the family requests that charitable offerings be made to Renew Ministries through Calvary Chapel Greece at www.ccgreece.com selecting the GIVE tab, enter amount and choose RENEW option. Through these gifts, Karen’s mission to shepherd those afflicted by the trials of addiction to the path of recovery. CONTRIBUTIONS will assist getting someone help into treatment and any cost associated.
Dierna Funeral Home is honored to assist the Young family in their time of loss and invites the community to join in celebrating a life that beautifully reflected God’s work on earth.
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I never thought that I’d do this but she once was my wife and still in my heart I loved her goodbye Karen you probably won’t see me in heaven because I’m not that good make sure your parents are taken care of love them both like I loved you goodbye