Karly was one of my first friends at Susquehanna. We met at the start of my freshman year, and we instantly clicked. We were both Graphic Design majors, and loved photography, so we had a lot in common. Some of my happiest memories from my freshman year of college were with her, and I'll always be grateful for the friendship we had. Karly had such a contagious smile, which created a vibrant atmosphere. She truly did light up a room with her spirit. She was, and still is one of the most down to earth people I have ever met. She was so easy to talk to. And she could always make me laugh. Through times of my own struggles, she was there. We had so many great times together too, that I will never forget. In fact, at the beginning of the year, there were so many moments when we would cry of laughter that we had to write some down. I have a journal of mine where she wrote some of our best times together. I'm glad that I have that to look back on when I am missing her. It is a way to smile through the tears. 
Although we drifted apart throughout the year, we still managed to remain friends by the end. We were determined to survive our art classes together, and there will definitely be an emptiness in class, and at Susquehanna from her absense. I will miss her so much. I only wish that we had had more time together. You don't really know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory. I am truly saddened by this tragedy, it just is not fair that her time was cut so short. She left us way too soon. My heart goes to her closest friends and family, and everyone else who's lives she touched while she was here. Only time can heal a wound this deep. I can confidently say that Karly's bright spirit will be missed, along with her big heart. The love and connections that she left behind will live on forever. 
Rest in peace Karls 

Even though I have only met Karly once in person, she and I became friends through her roommate and my best friend, Gabbi. The Gabbi I know from home is the kind of person to have a few friends that are lucky enough to get close to her as I am, so I knew that as soon as she and Karly started to transition from classmates to roommates, to best friends, and then to basically sisters, I knew that she was someone I’d love just as much as Gab. Through countless FaceTime calls, phone calls, Snapchats, and stories that Gabbi couldn’t wait to tell me, I was able to figure out just how much of a bundle of sass Karly is- her small stature that was often the plot of many jokes was nothing in comparison to her huge personality and ability to poke fun at anyone with a witty joke right back. I can’t thank Karly enough for being there for all the times I couldn’t drive 5 hours to give Gab a hug, wipe her tears, or leave notes reminding her about what an amazing friend she is. I’d like to think that she was Gab’s “Ab away from home”. Her ability to make Gab laugh from texting her while in the same room, or from asking Gab to sweep up all the dust bunnies in their room is something that I will always remember and be thankful for. Karly made me feel like I too, attended Susquehanna, and even utilized her incredible graphic design skills to Photoshop me into a legendary picture of their group of friends, making me feel like the eighth member of their seven-person tribe. Her selflessness, generosity, and sass to match my own is something that will be missed beyond words, especially Gab and my FaceTime calls where I call out “HEY KARRRR” just to get the same response of “aaaaaaaaaaabbbbb!” from across the room. Our conversations were short and sweet, just like our time with her that I am so thankful to have gotten. Kar- thank you for being there for Gabbi when I wanted to be, and always giving her a laugh during stressful times. Thank you for making me feel like I lived with you guys from far away, and for always flashing that squinty-eyed smile that everybody loved- I’ll always be sure to order you a Caesar salad from Panera with tomatoes instead of croutons. In my birthday card, you finished by writing “can’t wait to see you in the CT soon!” Can’t wait to see you too, Karlyhorse. Pick a sunflower for me up there.

Attached is my favorite picture in the entire world. It’s no wonder Karly made it.

I love you Karly and will miss you everyday! Couldnt imagine life without you <3

I met Karly through the crew team at Susquehanna. With both of us being freshman as well as being somewhat quiet and shy it took us until the beginning of our winter season for our friendship to blossom. I remember Karly and I reflecting on it later; we couldn't believe it had taken so long for us to realize how much we had in common. Karly and I spent the majority of our time talking about home and about our family's. Family meant the world to Karly. We bonded over the fact that we both couldn't wait to be moms one day. She was a helper and her little body was so full of love. As she and I continuted to share our thoughts and aspirations we continued  to get closer and feel more familiar with each other through our similar interests. Karly became the type of person that felt like home to me. I could confide in Karly, but she wasn't the type of friend who's shoulder I needed to cry on because all I simply needed to do was be in her presence and I felt comfort. Karly's energy was infectioius; anyone that was around her didn't even have to try and figure out what kind of person she was because genuinity radiated off of her in everything she did. There is no one who could reaplace the role that Karly played in my freshman year of college and no one could replace the teammate she was. Karly was impossible not to love. Although Karly left all of us too soon, there is no doubt in my mind that during the time Karly was here with us on earth she shared more love with life than many can do in a lifetime. She also taught many of us that happiness doesn't have to be hard, all you have to do is allow yourself to smile and laugh at yourself and with others. Karly will be forever missed by the ones who loved her and I know that Karly is with all of us, through every smile and every laugh. We know she wouldn't sit by without sharing it with us. I love you, Karly and I'll miss you with every ounce of my being, but I'll make sure to smile and laugh just as I would with you next to me. Rest in peace, beautiful. 

Sending love to her immediate and extended family as well as all the people who were blessed to be touched by Karly during her lifetime. 

The first time I met Karly was in my Intro to Stats class. I think she was one of the only students in the class who diligently did the assigned homework. Soon afterward I became close friends with all the girls - Karly, Gab, Jess, and Mads<3 Since Karly and Gab lived in "the cove" at the top of the stairs, almost every time I walked by 333 I saw Kar either on her bed with her laptop or working on some new project. Almost every morning, I ran into Karly in the bathroom while we brushed our teeth; she never failed to meet me with a smile and say "Good morning!"

As silly as it may sound - one memory I really remember is one night when I was hanging out in Gab and Karly's room, and Karly explained to me that we could order a gluten free pizza. So sure enough, we did! I had never heard of such a thing, but her gluten-free-ness was just one of her many quirks that will forever make me smile.

I will miss you and Gab running into the room and finding notes you'd left me on the boys' whiteboard. I will always remember our mutual love for anchor decorations. Thanks for always letting me use your bed whether we were watching the bachelor or just hanging out... it's the small things :)

As everybody is saying - Karly truly did have a huge heart. Everyday there was a smile across her face and she really was such a ray of sunshine to anyone who was lucky enough to know her. Karly, I will miss you dearly every single day. Your light shines on, keep looking down on us with love<3 You'll be in my heart forever. I'm so blessed to have gotten to know you. Rest easy, beautiful<3

I first met Karly when I was in 6th grade at Upland Country Day School.  Although a new student, it did not take long for Karly to seemlessly blend into our class and she was such a welcomed new member of our grade.  Kind, caring, and sensitive, Karly always put the needs of others before herself - it was no surpise she had so many friends.  One of my favorite memories with Karly was our traditional "good luck hugs" before we had games at school.  That tradition lasted the four years I had the privilege of knowing Karly.  Although we lost touch after graduation, I will never forget the times, hugs, and laughs we shared.  I was recently looking through my 9th grade yearbook and I came across the note Karly had left me.  She wrote, "Jeffrey, I will forever miss our hugs."  

I will forever miss our hugs too, Karly.  You were taken from this world far too soon. Rest in peace <3

I remember how fun it was to host Karly in mine and Maura's room when she didnt get along with her first roommate. She was so sweet and it was nice having some bonding time with her, also fun late nights! I remember I walked down to her room with her to help her get her stuff while her roommate was there. It was nice being able to help Karly before she moved into Gabby's room :)