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Karen Seward Obituary

KAREN SEWARD August 24, 1940 November 30, 2022 Karen Mitsuko Dobashi Seward passed away suddenly on November 30, 2022. She lost her husband of 47 years, Joseph Seward, several months prior, and leaves behind Lawrence (son) and Laura, Kepa and Kanani (family) as well as brothers Stanford and Cornell, and sister Maxine, and their families. Born in Lihue, Kauai, but raised on O'ahu, Karen graduated from Roosevelt High School ('58) and The University of Hawai'i with a degree in Education. Karen devoted over 45 years to Nimitz Elementary. She enjoyed spending time with her close friends and family.

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Mar. 19, 2023.

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