Karen Benn

Sincere condolences to Clayton ,Robin, Avril and families on Karen's passing.Those we love don't go away ,They walk beside us everyday.
Revelations 21:4

Dear Robin and Avril - I am so sorry to hear this news about Karen. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Valerie

We were shocked and saddened to learn today of Karen's death . Sincere sympathy to all her family and friends especially Clayton, Robin and Avril

I was shocked and very saddened to hear of Karen's passing. Like so many others, I met Karen whilst attending the Europa Donna Advocacy training course in Milan. It was wonderful to hear a fellow Irish accent among the crowd of European advocates; I quickly realised that Karen was a powerhouse... an articulate, approachable and extremely knowledgeable advocate for people affected by breast cancer. Though I only met her on a small number of occasions during that training course, I was struck by Karen's warmth, her elegance and intelligence. I've no doubt that her loss is keenly felt by all at Europa Donna and, in particular, by her husband, family and friends.
I hope that they gain strength and comfort from the sympathies offered. May Karen Rest in Peace. Dara

Sending my supportive thoughts to Clayton and Robin and Avril as they come to terms with the loss of Karen. I got to know Karen back in 2011 when she warmly welcomed me to breast cancer advocacy training in Milan. The whole world of breast cancer was so new to me, with my life only beginning a cancer journey the previous year when I was diagnosed. Karen made my decision to advocate for better services across Ireland and Europe feel like the absolute correct one and I will carry it on in her memory always. Karen was a tremendous power within Europe for creating crucial advancement in breast cancer policy, services and support. I was so proud to know Karen and always enjoyed our chats about Ireland when we met at European conferences. I hope you all (family and friends) get to share some time together to celebrate Karen in the not too distant future. Wishing you calmness, kindness and strength as you move forward one day at a time. Tara Byrne (volunteer Europa Donna Ireland)

I first met the inimitable Karen during the advocacy training course in Milan and she made a lasting impression on me. I knew her by reputation from other Irish advocates - “Don’t forget to bring the Barry’s decaf tea!” they told me (her favourite brand). Elegant, witty and determined, she was a role model for many advocates, I’ve no doubt. The fact that she was Irish and carrying out advocacy work at such a high level in Europe made me doubly proud.

Her death is a great loss to European women but I know her influence will live on in the hearts and minds of the hundreds of advocates she inspired through her brilliantly designed advocacy training course.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam uasal.

So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. My deepest condolences to Clayton, Averil and Robin.

My deepest
sympathies to Karen’s husband, to Avril, Robin and all who held her so dearly. I remember her very fondly from many years ago on Crannagh Park. May she rest in peace.

Robin, Avril & families. So sorry to read of Karen 's passing. Deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time. May memories of happy times past comfort you in the days ahead.

Sincere sympathy to Robin and Avril on the passing of your sister Karen.

This is such sad news to hear.....my sincere sympathies to all her family.

Deepest condolences to Karen's family and friends from all in Europa Donna Ireland. She was a superb advocate, as well as being a wonderful, brave and engaging person.

So sorry to hear this and wishing you lots of love from Michael and verity

Sending deepest condolences on behalf of the team at the Breast International Group. Karen was an exceptional person and advocate. It was a privilege to have been able to work with her. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy goes to Avril and her brother Robin on the sad passing of their beloved sister Karen and to Helen who lost her wonderful Aunt. May Karen rest in peace.

Avril, Robin and families, so sorry to hear of Karens passing, may she rest in peace xox

Robin and family., deeply sorry for your loss of Karen. Take care of yourselves during such tough times.

Karen may you rest in peace. Lucca such a lovely place to be to pass away.x

Sincere condolences Clayton on the untimely passing of your beloved Karen. Such fond memories of you both from our Trinity days. Che riposi in pace.

So so sorry to hear of Karen’s very sad passing ....may she rest in peace

I am so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. Deepest sympathy to her husband and family. So hard for Robin and Avril to lose their little sister.

Robin & family we are so very sorry to hear of Karens passing. Thinking of you all at this incredibly difficult time. May she Rest In Peace.