Karen Elizabeth Quisumbing
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Karen Elizabeth Quisumbing
Obituary
Karen Gilman Quisumbing, 57, of Chandler, Arizona died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her children on Nov. 13, 2014 at The Lund House, Hospice of the Valley, after a period of declining health.
Karen was born on August 15, 1957 in Worchester, Massachusetts. She was an accomplished disco dancer, scuba diver, kick boxer, equestrian, wave rider, and held a few degrees black belt in karate.
She is survived by her children: Andrew Quisumbing of Yakima, Washington; Laura Quisumbing-Duran and husband Diego and Julia Quisumbing, both of Makati, The Philippines; her mother, Juanita Gilman of Harrisonburg; and her brothers, Darrell E. Gilman II of Weyers Cave and Steve Gilman of Harrisonburg. Karen was preceded in death by her father, the late Darrell E. Gilman, Senior.
A private memorial service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, P.O. Box 937, Verona, VA 24482.
1 responses to Karen Elizabeth Quisumbing
Edward says:
December 5, 2014
I did not know Karen, I am the person who adopted her dog Bruno. Dogs are a reflection of their owners and Bruno is a great dog. He now has a big and little brother, he goes for walks daily. I’m sorry for your loss.