It is with profound sadness and immeasurable love that we announce the peaceful passing of Karen Dawn Karall, who passed away at home in Cochrane, Alberta on Friday, February 27, 2026.

Born in Oakville, Ontario, Karen carried both the entrepreneurial spirit of her roots and the expansive presence of the mountains she came to call home. She was predeceased by her father, John Hugh Rogers (“Jack”), and is lovingly remembered by her mother, Kathleen Dawn Rogers (“Dawn”).

Karen leaves behind her beloved sons, Ryan John Karall and Adam Eugene Karall (Aimee), whom she loved deeply and fiercely. She is also survived by her husband and life partner of 14 years, Matthew Frederick Wright - their life together was built on friendship, laughter, deep conversation, shared adventure, and an unconditional love that grew stronger with each passing year. Karen will be deeply missed by her two loving yellow labs, Chloe and River, and her willingness to get out for a hike no matter the weather - even -20C in Alberta.

She is survived by her loving mother-in-law, Patricia Stewart (Patti), father-in-law, Blake Terry, and many memories on the farm over the years. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Leanne Wright, her husband Michael Candiano, two beautiful nephews, Enzo and Marco - always to be remembered as Auntie Karen, with her playful spirit and her shenanigans with Uncle Matty. She will be remembered by her brother, Daniel John Rogers, and her nieces and nephew, Amanda, Victoria, Allison, and Eric.

Karen lived with extraordinary authenticity. Loving, honest, and beautifully real, she brought a playful spirit and expansive sense of humour to those around her. She had a rare gift for making people feel seen, understood, and welcomed exactly as they were.

She felt most at peace outdoors — hiking mountain trails, exploring lakes and rivers, camping in the family trailer lovingly named Daisy, and surrounding herself with animals and the quiet wisdom of nature. The outdoors was not simply a pastime for Karen; it was nourishment for her soul.

At home, she cherished quieter rituals just as deeply. She loved to read — to curl up with a warm cup of tea and a good book, disappearing into pages that fed her curious and reflective mind. Reading was not an escape for her; it was expansion.

Family and friends meant everything to Karen. She believed in celebrating life, especially the people she loved. Her rule was simple and non-negotiable: every birthday deserved a cake and a card — at minimum. She took joy in marking those moments, making others feel valued and remembered. Gathering, celebrating, and sharing laughter around a table was one of her greatest pleasures.

Karen was an intuitive healer, a gifted teacher, mentor, and devoted meditator. She carried a deep inner wisdom and an ability to hold space for others with compassion and clarity. Many were guided, comforted, and quietly transformed by her presence.

Karen’s legacy is one of love, integrity, playfulness, wisdom, and wholehearted presence. She will be profoundly missed and forever remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her.