Karen Golder Whipple
December 6, 2023
Karen Golder Whipple, age 64, passed away on December 6th, 2023 at her home in Gainesville, Florida.
Karen shared 37 years of blissful marriage with her late husband, Richard and, together, they provided the richest and fullest lives to their two daughters, Ashley and Brittany. Karen is also survived and missed by her two son-in-laws, two (soon to be three) grandchildren, her parents, and her brother and sister.
Second only to Karen’s commitment to her family was her limitless devotion to her students as a teacher for 40 years at Gainesville Country Day School. Her love of teaching extended far beyond the classroom, and she will forever be remembered for sharing life lessons, words of wisdom, and all things related to Gator sports.
In honor of Karen’s generosity and selflessness, donations can be made to the Jimmy V or Cystic Fibrosis Foundations.
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To my beautiful sister, I promise I will find joy in every day. I am so grateful to have you as my sister
Ms Whipple was a wonderful teacher to both our daughters in the mid to late 80’s. She was firm, fair and really got to know each student and their parents. I believe she helped to inspire our youngest to become a teacher. Our prayers are with her family and friends❤️
There are no words that describe our sadness. Karen's kindness touched so many of our lives. Her memory will be in our hearts forever.
There is a huge hole in my heart. So many memories over 50 years. Karen, you were my touchstone and I’ll miss you forever
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Karen was more than a sister-in-law, she became one of the wild Whipple women. She made our brother, Richard, so happy. We were so blessed to have her.
Dear Ashley, Brittany and Family,
I cannot express how much I miss your Mom. She was a beautiful soul and an angel that God placed in my life. I’m so happy to have been her friend. I hope you find peace in knowing that she is in Heaven with your Dad and her Mother. A joyful meeting for all of them. You and your family are in my heart and prayers! God bless all of you! Much Love, Teresa Morgan 🙏❤️
I had Karen as my 2nd grade teacher at GCDS, I have nothing but fond memories of her as a teacher. She was so enthusiastic about teaching and truly took an interest in all of her students. I will never forget when she read is The Witches and what a fun ride that was for us kids. She will be missed by all.
Karen was a good friend, an amazing mother and a one of a kind teacher. A truly fine person who will be missed by so many. I was so fortunate to have had her as my friend for 45 years and I learned a lot about love and loyalty from her. Rest in peace Karen and give Richard my love too. ❤️
Karen (Mrs Whipple) was an amazing human being! She has touched so many lives and will never be forgotten!
There are some people that you will never forget no matter how much time has passed. I had the joy of being one of Mrs. Whippel's students. She was not only a wonderful teacher but a wonderful person as well. I'll never forget the impact you made on me, my classmates and family as well. Rest in peace.
Karen was an amazing teacher and mentor for our son amd daughter James and Emily. All her knew her were inspired to live their best lives and be better citizens of the world. We love you Karen. You will always be in our hearts. Rest in love and light.
I was Karen‘s teaching assistant for a year and I’m lucky to have known her and gotten into work with her at Gainesville country day