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Karen Willett Leveritt


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Nov 3rd, 2013

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  • Death Date: Nov 3, 2013

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Biography: Karen Willett Leveritt, 48, died at her home in Hillcrest on Sunday, November 3. Leveritt was a former account executive for the Arkansas Times where she worked for over 20 years. Originally from Richmond, VA, she was a graduate of Douglas S. Freeman High School and graduated with honors from Duke University where she majored in English and studied at Oxford University. Karen is survived by her daughter, Lila Leveritt, her husband, (Paul Stroube of Oakland, CA), parents, (Mrs. Anna Lou Schaberg of Richmond, VA and Dr. Stan Willett of Asheville, NC), brother and nephews, (Andrew, Carson, and Parker Willett of Asheville, NC.) Family and friends are invited to attend a reception for Karen on Friday, November 8 from 2-3:30 p.m. followed by a memorial service from 3:30-4 p.m. at: Ruebel Funeral Home, 6313 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205, (501) 666-0123. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County. www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.

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Michael ("Dr.Z") Zweifler
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
It was with a very heavy heart to just yesterday, having heard of Karens exit to a greater place......having had the honor of being her friend,and fellow coaster rider through life, I extend my most sincere sympathy to all who knew and Loved her so.....to borrow from " the shawshank redemption"...." You better get busy livin' or get busy dyin'"..... "Z"
Jennifer Weck
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
She and I shared and learned so much from each other when we were young (fuzzy navels, going down the road, laughter, tears, and crazy adventures). Each of us has our own recollections yet the commonality is Karen. I hope that the sadness we feel now will fade with time and our remembrances will bring joy.
Kurt Mortensen
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
It is with great sadness that I write this note and offer my deepest condolences to Karen's family and close friends. I will never forget her infectious laugh and the comical situations in which we'd find ourselves over the years. A police station in Durham where Karen & Dan retrieved me after a graduation party noise complaint landed me there. A precarious road connecting Athens & Istanbul where passing each produce-laden truck required a game of 'chicken' with oncoming traffic. An off-the-beaten path restaurant where we had to point and mime our way into getting a good meal since none of us spoke Greek or Turkish. I am truly grateful to have known Karen and am so sorry she is no longer with us.
Chris McLellan
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Paul --

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies and thoughts to you, Lila and everyone who cared for and knew Karen. There are no words for this. Our hearts are heavy for you. Know everyone from one of your Boston families are with you.

-Chris, Mary & Linda McLellan
John dudley
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Please accept our deepest condolences during your time of loss.
Jonathan Soroff
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
So many memories come rushing back, and I'm still reeling from how abruptly and prematurely she left us. In the future, I look forward to coming across all the photos and other remembrances I have of the riotous times we had together at Duke, Oxford, London, Boston, Newport, Myrtle Beach, Little Rock, and most recently, back at Duke again.
But I can safely say that I'll think of her often, whenever I notice the trace of the scar between my eyes, which she gave my by dropping a Diet Coke can on my forehead.
I was fortunate to know her.
My deepest condolences to Paul and Lila. I hope someday to reminisce with you about her, because she was a Super Nova.
Pat McClelland
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Karen and I met in 1994 as we startedRace For the Cure; her passion and support were instrumental in the fight against breast cancer in AR. She was such fun and I am so sad to learn of her death. My condolences to her family
Chad Stearns
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Paul,

My condolences to you and Lila. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Chad Stearns
Challis Muniz
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
This is such sad news. Lila,you are such a wonderful girl and I am heartbroken for you. My heart goes out to the entire AT family right now.
Charlene & Chuck Prousnitzer
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lila we were so sadden to hear about the loss of your mother. You know she and I always enjoy our sushi lunches together. Cherish the love she had for you. You always made her shine with proudness. Take good care sweetie. Charlene

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