The table decorations, Karens corsage, cake and punch were among the items in the room decorated with Karens favorite color of pink. Approximately 50 friends stopped by to wish Karen a Happy Birthday.
A scrapbook with special notes from from the guest, along with
photos and videos was presented to Karen as a keepsake.
On April 7, a surprise gathering of family and friends was held at the
home of Karens sister, Alice.
On this special 50th happy birthday party, Karen received a surprise visit from one of her favorite singers, "Elvis". As the guests were enjoying refreshments, Elvis started singing "Love Me Tender" prior to entering the room. Karen was overjoyed to hear him sing. Elvis, then entered the room and kneeled by Karen and sang, "Suspicious Minds."
Elvis sang "Happy Birthday" to Karen, gave her a bouguet of flowers and an autographed book. Elvis took a red scarf from around his neck and autographed the scarf and presented it to Karen. Elvis then left the room.
Karen was born with a rare bone disease, "Osteogenisis Imperfecta"
which means "Imperfect formation of bones."
Even with all the obstacles she faces, you never hear her complain. In
fact, her sense of humor is quite remarkable and is very
intelligent.
At her party, Karen started, "I may be older than most of my
friends, but I will always look younger than all of them!"
Karen is the daughter of Mr. Earl Kolbe and the late Mrs. Mae Kolbe.
Her sister, Alice Kolbe, lives in Alcoa.
Both surprise gatherings were coordinated by Ms. Sharon Skeenes, Ms. Debbie Payne, Ms. Dawn Evans, Ms. Rachel Evans and Ms. Alice Kolbe.
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