Karen had many crushes, but John was the first boyfriend, the first date to a homecoming dance. Karen was in "love"...My little girl was growing up. She was extremely happy, her self esteem soared and she grew so wise and mature. Here are the words John has written in Karen's year book memory page. "We live in a world with hatred and negative energy, we strive to find positive people and things to help us along the way. Karen was one of those extremely positive people in this world. She had the kindest and gentlest heart and the most positive and beautiful personality I have ever known. Nothing has had such a profound effect in my life as losing Karen. But I am not alone. The family and long circle of friends she has brought together is phenominal. She was a very special person. I will never find another person quite like Karen, and I will never forget her." John Salazar This candle forever will burn in her memory. BACK