Rash's Surname Index
Notes for Karen L. BALD
Karen L. Mapes of Downingtown Karen L. Mapes, 57, of Downingtown, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2013, at her home with her family at her side. She was the beloved wife of Bruce E. Mapes, with whom she shared 14 years of marriage. Born in Springfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur E. Bald, Jr. and Jean E. Pennock Bald.
She was a graduate of Springfield High School and received her undergraduate and Master's Degree in Education from West Chester University. Mrs. Mapes was an English teacher at Downingtown High School for 36 years. Since she was in the ticket booth at every football game, she was known as the school's super fan. She coached the academic team, including the state championship team in 2002 and was actively involved in the school's annual Holocaust Symposium.
She loved gardening and was an animal lover. Survivors: In addition to her husband, Karen is survived by her sons, Rob Mapes and wife, Denise, and Jeff Mapes; by her sister, Jamee Haas and her husband, Ken; by her step-mother, Rose Bald; and by grandsons, Charlie and Andy Mapes. Celebration of Karen's Life: will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 11th, at the Downingtown West High School, 445 Manor Avenue, Downingtown.
Visitation: for family and friends will be held on Friday, from 6-9 p.m., at the James J. Terry Funeral Home, 736 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. Interment: Will be private. Memorial contributions: may be made to the Karen L. Mapes Memorial Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1028, Exton, PA 19341.
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