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Karen “Kiya” A. Yacone, 70, of Somerset, passed away peacefully on November 8 at St. Peter’s University Medical Center in New Brunswick.
Born on August 2, 1956, in New Brunswick, Karen was the daughter of the late Robert and Audrey (Fette) Amos. A lifelong resident of Somerset, she was a proud member of the community and a 1974 graduate of Franklin High School.
Throughout her career, Karen dedicated many years to public service as an office administrator for Franklin Township before continuing her career with Wells Fargo. She was also actively involved in the Franklin Township Pop Warner organization, where she ran numerous programs.
Karen had a love for life’s simple pleasures. She was an avid Rutgers and New York Giants football fan and enjoyed shopping, watching her favorite reality television shows, and listening to country music. She especially looked forward to traveling to Florida and taking trips to Disney, creating many wonderful memories along the way.
Above all else, Karen’s greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother. Her grandchildren held a very special place in her heart, and she treasured every moment spent with them. Her love, dedication, and unwavering devotion to her family will forever be remembered by those who knew and loved her.
Karen is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Joseph Yacone; her beloved daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Jay Glazewski; her brother, Robert Amos, and her four cherished grandchildren, Justin, Sarah, Abigail, and Gavin. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will miss her tremendously.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 4-7 p.m. November 12 at the Gleason Funeral Home, 1360 Hamilton Street, Somerset.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. November 13 at the funeral home. We kindly ask everyone to arrive by 10:30 a.m.
Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Somerset.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Karen’s memory to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter, 475 Demott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873.
