SOUTHWEST HARBOR Karen Joan MacLeod, 68, died Oct. 8, 2006, in Southwest Harbor. She was born Oct. 2, 1938, in Bar Harbor, the daughter of Schuyler M. and Katherine (Pomeroy) Rumill. She was a devoted wife of 50 years, mother and nana. Karen had a passion for life and family. She suffered with multiple health problems for many years. Karen will be dearly missed by all, as expressed by granddaughter, Amanda, “she had amazing wit and fearless strength.” Karen is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, Robert C. MacLeod; one son, Landry Scott MacLeod and wife, Virginia “Ginny,” of Southwest Harbor; one daughter, Diane Marie MacLeod of Lamoine and her friend, Mike Gross; stepson, Robert “Robin” MacLeod and wife, Suzanne, of Ellsworth; one brother, Richard Rumill and wife, Carolyn, of Enfield, Conn.; one sister, Janette Grindle and husband, Miles, of Eddington; sister-in-law, Joanne Beal and husband, Doug, of Southwest Harbor; grandchildren, Katherine Kissel and Ryan and Amanda MacLeod; and one great-grandson, Trekk Skeate. Graveside memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at Seal Harbor Cemetery, Seal Harbor. Contributions in Karen’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association, 122 State St., Augusta, ME 04330. Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 1139 Main St., Mount Desert. “You’re not my mom. Just because I married and love your son, you’re not. Just because I had and raised your grandchildren, you’re not. Just because we enjoyed shopping, lunching, and generally being around each other, you’re not. Just because you’re my friend and we could argue then laugh about it, you’re not. Because you often gave me advice when I asked you, you are. Because I felt I could talk to you about anything, you are. Because I admired and respected you, you are. Because I love you, you are. Thank you for being a mother to me.” Ginny
KAREN JOAN MACLEOD
