Karen Bayless

Karen Zinn Bayless, 59, of Orlando, FL, passed away on May 13, 2014.


Karen graduated from Evans High School and Valencia Jr. College.


She worked in the insurance industry for over 36 years, retiring from Lykes Insurance, Winter Park, in 2010.


She was a member of numerous insurance organizations and past President of Insurance Professionals of Greater Orlando.


Karen gave freely to organizations that helped the needy.


She had a passion for animals, especially ones that she witnessed in distress or wounded.


Karen was loved by all who knew her and will be sorely missed by numerous friends and relatives.


She is survived by her loving husband of over 30 years, Gerald Jerry, parents Werner and Florence Zinn, brother Karl, and a host of other loving relatives.


A memorial service will be held at 2:30PM, Sunday, May 25, 2014, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1515 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando.


In lieu of flowers donations in Karens memory, may be made to the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, or charity of choice.


Arrangements entrusted to Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home. 4078982561.