Karen L. Klausman Baniowski

Karen L. Klausman Baniowski, 61, of Easton, formerly of New Egypt, NJ died Wednesday, April 26, 2023 in her home surrounded by her loved ones.  She was the beloved wife of Jerry J. Baniowski with whom she celebrated 30 years of marriage on August 28, 2022.  Born in Plainfield, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Glenn J. and Margaret (Apgar) Klausman.  Most recently, Karen worked as a concierge for Bear Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, West Windsor, NJ for several years.  Previously, she was a front desk operations shipper for FedEx, Edison, NJ for over 15 years.  Karen enjoyed collecting cookbooks and had a large selection going back to the 1930’s.  She mostly treasured the time spent with her family.

Survivors: Husband; daughter, Noelle M. Baniowski at home; stepchildren, Jenifer L. Mailander of Benton, Nicole A. Morrill and her husband Travis of Loveland, CO, Jacklyn A. Widmar of Janesville, WI; sisters, Jayne A. Knutsen of Morgantown, Glennda J. Orlowicz and her husband Frank of Boling Brook, IL; 9 step grandchildren; 3 nephews; 1 niece.  Karen was predeceased by her daughter Layne M. Baniowski, sister Bonnie L. Klausman, beloved dog Mildred and beloved cats Ted and Daisy.

Memorial Service 3:00PM Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem.  Family and friends may call from 2 to 3:00PM Saturday, May 13, 2023 in the funeral home.  Please record a memory at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com. 

Contributions: Memorials can be made in Karen’s memory to the Ronald McDonald House, 405 E. 73rd St., New York, NY 10021, www.rmh-newyork.org.

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