Karen Delmarie Griffiths, affectionately known as Desrine, blessed us with her entrance into this world on October 10, 1964, and broke our hearts when she suddenly left us to be with the Lord on September 4, 2021. Predeceased by her parent’s Acentha and Cyril, she was the third of six children. Karen migrated to the United States from Trelawny, Jamaica in April 1983. Morristown, New Jersey became her new home. Karen graduated from Morristown High School and attended County College of Morris. Karen’s early career started at Bradlees Department Store, Morristown Medical Center and Morris Hills Rehab Center. Karen had a heart of gold. As a result of her experience serving and taking care of others, she started her Spring Hills career in Morristown in 1989 as the smiling and warm welcoming receptionist. Karen was very hard working and had strong work ethics. Karen loved her job and her co-workers and, as such, enjoyed going to work every day. Her commitment, loyalty, extensive knowledge, and leadership ultimately led to her rise to Executive Director of the Morristown Spring Hills community. During her tenure there, she received multiple awards.   Karen met the love of her life, Athol “Busha” Griffiths, whom she married on March 26, 1993. She was a loving and dedicated wife to her beloved “Papi”. They were inseparable. Her love for her husband knew no boundaries. Karen was a loving, supportive, and caring mother to Dain, Atiba and Andrew. She was always ready to sacrifice her own needs for the good of her children and grandchildren. As a grandmother, she is fondly remembered as kind, funny, and fun to be around. Karen enjoyed spending quality time with her family; she was very protective of them. As an aunt, Aunty Karen was extremely kind and enjoyed shopping for her nieces and nephews. She was very close to them and met them at their level. They knew they could talk to her about anything and, as young adults go, she had the luxury of being able to call or text them whenever she wanted and would get a response. Karen has many cousins, but Dionne and Delroy Kitchen had a special place in her heart. They grew up together and were more like brother and sister than cousins. In 2005, Sis. Karen accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior and united with The First Holiness Church. She actively served as the Treasurer and a member of the church choir. Her faith was strong, and she lived her life showing love and respect to all. Karen was loving and helpful to everyone. You could call on her at any time and she was ready and willing to help. She was always the one to make you laugh and enjoyed a good laugh herself.  To meet and know her was to love her. She was an independent woman, authentic and would always speak her mind. Karen loved to cook and dance. Her oxtail and rice and peas were world class and second to none. When it came to her dancing ability, Karen got a double portion of rhythm and oftentimes was willing to teach her moves to those less fortunate. Karen, we all love you, but God loves you more. We are sure that the good Lord has recalled you for another mission. Though our Lord’s decision cannot be questioned, your departure from this life creates a void no one else can fill. Thankfully, we can share in the cherished memories she left with her husband, Athol, children Dain, Atiba, Andrew, grandchildren Amaya, Haley, Atiba Jr., and Ariella, sisters, Annett (Michael), Lilleitha (Henry), Julie (Carl); brothers Kevin, and Vincent (Meghan), and a host of other relatives and friends. Karen, you are gone, but not forgotten. You have found sweet rest in Jesus. You gladly answered your call with a smile. Rest in Peace! Even during times of social distancing, anyone who has suffered a loss deserves love and support more than ever before. Let the family know you care by leaving treasured memories, thoughts and prayers on the Tribute Wall.