Karma Jean LaFave Obituary (1940

Our dear mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Karma Jean (Jensen) LaFave, a 45-year Bremerton resident passed away at home on February 1, 2020. She was 79 years old. Karma was born on March 17, 1940 in Richfield, Utah the daughter of Orel Eugene and Myrtle Deane (Conder) Jensen and graduated from Richfield High School in 1958. Karma loved children and provided care for as many as 12 at a time in her home daycare that she operated for 37 years. Karma also loved to shop and to collect her "treasures" such as teddy bears, baby dolls and Peanuts figurines. Karma was also very crafty and at times in her life created many beautiful handmade items with ceramics, sewing, macrame and stained glass. Karma is survived by her brother Ken (Sheila) Jensen of Annabella, Utah and her three children; daughter Kristi (Tom) Croswaite of Bremerton and sons Kelly (Susan) LaFave of Anacortes and Kim LaFave of Bremerton. Karma is also survived by her five grandchildren, two nephews and four nieces. Karma was extremely proud of her children and grandchildren and she will be deeply missed. Her family wishes to thank Franciscan Hospice and Palliative care and her friends and caregivers for their support and care during the last chapter of Karma's life on Earth. In accordance with Karma's wishes, a memorial service will not be held. A family graveside service and interment will be held later in the year at the Richfield City Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted with Lewis Funeral Chapel in Bremerton.