Karen Elizabeth (Thomas) White of Maryland, formerly of Boston, MA, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2014. Karen was born to Lafayette and Merle Thomas. She graduated from Frederick Douglass High School and attended Prince George's Community College, where she obtained a degree in Sign Language. She was a friend to many and will be remembered as the life of the party and especially for her enthusiasm for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Karen is survived by her loving parents Lafayette and Merle Thomas, her children Ashley, Chad, and Caitlin, her siblings Linda (Chris) Sollinger, David (Susan) Thomas, Kenneth Thomas (Alison), along with a niece Samantha, and nephews Christian and Aaron. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to All Saints Lutheran Church Youth Group, Attn: Pastor Gary Rhinesmith, 16510 Mt Oak Rd, Bowie, MD, 20716.