Karen H. Morrow

Karen Hollar Morrow, 83, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2020, with her daughter by her side.
Karen was born on October 5, 1936 in Altoona, PA to the late John S. and Evelyn (Dibert) Hollar. She graduated from John Harris High School in 1954 and from Wilson College in 1958. Karen also completed additional graduate work at Temple University. She went on to have a storied career as a Middle School teacher and as a Drama Coach of all ages. She perfected her teaching skills across multiple states and countries during her 42 years in the field with most of her local career at the Harrisburg Academy (Wormleysburg) and with the St. Patrick School (Carlisle) Drama Club.
Karen was a past Worthy Matron in the Order of the Eastern Star and a member of First United Church of Christ in Carlisle, where she sang in the choir and served in many capacities. She spent several years serving with UCC Homes and loved helping to organize the yearly auction. In her later years, Karen found great joy in daily coloring and even sent some of her masterpieces out as greeting cards.
When Karen entered heaven, she was reunited with her loving husband of 51 years, Thomas E. (“Tim”) Morrow whom she missed dearly. She is survived by her daughter Melanie in Harrisburg and brother John S. Hollar, Jr (Sharon) of Myrtle Beach, SC. Additionally, Karen leaves behind to celebrate her life many nieces, nephews, and a very large circle of caring friends.
A memorial service will be held at First United Church of Christ, Carlisle, PA with Rev. Chris Schwab officiating when we are able to gather together with fewer restrictions.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to her church, First United Church of Christ, 30 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 or to Furry Friends Network, PO Box 519, Boiling Springs, PA 17007.
Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc, 2020 West Trindle Road, Carlisle, PA is handling the arrangements.