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Cameron Karshna Obituary

Karshna, Cameron D. age 31, suddenly, fellow brother of the 23rd District Tactical Unit of the Chicago Police Department, devoted son of Gary and Christine (nee Buth) Karshna, dear brother and best friend of Neil Karshna, fond uncle of Madelynn Karshna, loving grandson of Betty Buth, loving relative and friend of many. Visitation Monday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Road, Niles. Lying-in-state Tuesday, March 24, from 9:00 a.m. until time of service 10:00 a.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 8450 N. Shermer Road in Niles. Interment to follow. Info 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 22, 2009.

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Rose Fermin

March 16, 2026

I was reminded today of your loss and I miss your beautiful smile. My house has your pictures to view always. Remember climbing in Italy those multitude of stairs a second time to come and make sure I was ok. It'll never be forgotten. Your name is on my lips when I pray for you everyday and night. Put in some good words with God for all of us. Love, Rosie

Steve M

November 29, 2024

I realized it's been 15 years since Cameron's passing. But,for some reason tonight as I was sitting on my couch watching TV , he came into my thoughts. I'm presently going through a divorce and, I also lost 2 siblings in the last 5 months. I've been asking God to send me an angel to help me through the emotional weight that I'm carrying. I think by prayers have been answered. I suddenly feel a burden has been lifted. God bless you, Cameron. You will never be forgotten. Till we meet again, brother.

Carena Fermin

February 13, 2010

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day. Even though you can't celebrate with me and we can't go to dinner or share a few laughs, I know you'll be with me. You are always with me in my heart and on my mind. Thank u for guiding me this far.Love u Always & Forever Cammie! xoxo Happy Valentine's Day xoxo

Rose Marie Fermin

September 28, 2009

Why am I here, re-reading and adding to your guestbook? It's because I'm reminded nearly every day that I cannot see you. It's been six months that you are at peace and I treasure that you were a part of my family. Keep coming to my dreams; it makes me sad but also happy. Cammie, Rest in Peace, All my Love, Thoughts are Prayers are for us left missing you.

September 27, 2009

Cameron Karshna was my friend. I
miss him dearly. Brian Daly

Our 1st Trip to Italy w/my Cammy---We'll both never forget. Love U Always

June 15, 2009

Leaning Tower YMCA

April 11, 2009

Your heart was in the gym, like all of us. Can't quite express how trudgingly difficult it was for everyone down in the weight room to embrace the fact that you are gone. Though, unlike most of us, you have lived your live happily and without regrets. For all of those sorrow-filled souls out there reading this entry, remember this: Letum est tantum exordium.

Bob Greiner

March 28, 2009

I am very saddened for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Gallagher

March 27, 2009

The Karshna Family & Friends - Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Peace be with you.

Matt Sheahan

March 27, 2009

My deepest sympathies. May the entire Karshna family, and all those that loved Cameron, find strength to see you through this tragedy.

Jane Lee

March 26, 2009

My deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to the Karshna family. I am deeply saddened by your loss. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cameron- You have truly touched my heart. You were always such a sweetheart. I will always cherish the fond memories and special moments we shared. I will miss you dearly, my friend.

Christina Aviles

March 25, 2009

My deepest condolences to Neil and Mr. & Mrs. Karshna during this most trying time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa Godeman

March 24, 2009

My deepest sympathies go to the Karshna family,and to the cpd family...cam was a good man and will be missed.

Dominika Liwinska

March 24, 2009

My deepest sympathies for the family of Cameron Karshna.My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Sarah Ainslie

March 24, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss Mr. and Mrs. Karshna and Neil too. He held a special place in my heart. He was the most loyal person I know. He had a very warm heart.
love, Sarah Ainslie

Randy Dojutrek

March 24, 2009

I was fortunate enough to meet Cameron through the Fermins and he always had a good word to say. One of the things I think I'll remember most is his willingness to laugh at himself over the grief I'd always give him about being in perfect shape. His ability to laugh at himself truly showed his character: confident, comfortable, and friendly. I'm honored to have met him and while he may be gone, the memories never will fade. Godspeed Cam.

Richard P

March 24, 2009

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Cameron was indeed a good man. While I did not actively keep in touch with Cameron over the years, I have very specific fond memories of him. He always smiled. Tonight, I prayed for Cameron, his family, and his friends. My heart and love goes out to you.

Kyle Moehlenkamp

March 23, 2009

My heart goes out to Neil & the rest of the Karshna family... It'd been 13 years since Jansson, Cameron & I were attached at the hip while playing football at Aurora University, but the memories of our good times still pass through my head... more so in the past few days...
You will be missed brother!
You brought light to many lives.

Lorraine Savva

March 23, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Cameron's family, I am so so very sorry for your loss. I was fortunate enough to have met him when he came to Louisiana for my sister & brother-in-law's(Jansson Wurster) baby shower last summer. He was such a nice person, my two small children loved him and enjoyed his company very much, they had a great time playing with him all weekend and he was such a sweetheart to them. He was the kind of person that even if you have only met them once in your life you will never forget them. May his memory live forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Daniel Maric

March 23, 2009

My deepest sympathies, my thoughts and prayers are with you Karshna family.

Jo Ann

March 23, 2009

My heartfelt sympathy for the family of Cameron, as well as his department family. I met Cameron years ago while he was installing a security system in our courthouse. He was a wonderful man that always could bring a smile to my face, as well as many others. Kind and warm is how I will remember him. He was a great friend and will be missed by many. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers now and in the future. Keep the faith, as God will take good care of Cameron.

Debra Pocztowski

March 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers to the Karshna family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sandra Raciti

March 23, 2009

Sending you all our deepest sympathies and prayers at this time.

Victor

March 23, 2009

My deepest sympathy to all of Cameron's family and friends. His spirit will be watching over all of you and be in your hearts forever. I'm deeply saddened by your loss and will be praying very hard for Cameron and his loved ones.

Jeimmie Nevalga

March 22, 2009

Neil & Karshna Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I will keep you in my prayers.

DAN WIMBLEY

March 22, 2009

DEEPEST SYMPATHY, 15TH DISTRICT

Bob & Janet Buth

March 22, 2009

Cameron was one of the best.
He was always about family and friends.
He will be so missed.

Rose Fermin

March 22, 2009

Cameron – you came into Carena’s life when you were both 18.
You learned to be a part of our large Italian family both in Chicago and Italy.
We have shared much over the years; joy, laughter, sadness but most of all LOVE.

Your heart was always big; you were always willing to help out and always had that wonderful smile that will be so missed.

Now, we’ll have your memories:
• You laying out in the back yard to worship the sun,
• Watching you play with young cousins and giving them horsey back rides,
• Our first trip to Italy and you climbing the multitude of steps – twice- at the
Vatican to find me because I had fallen behind and you thought I was lost.
• Going to you Police Academy graduation and feeling honored and proud
to be a part of that celebration that brought you to the work you cherished.
• Sharing the same birthday as my dad and brother – 3 Gemini’s in one place, wow!
• Putting up with Prada jumping all over you, oh and so many more that I will
cherish.

Yes, son we will be lost without you, but I know in my heart that you’ll be our angel
watching and guiding your family and our family forever.

Gary, Kristine, Neil, Betty – thank you for allowing us to be a part of your life and
Cammie’s. We love you all, Rose Fermin

Rosemarie Adler

March 22, 2009

With our deepest sympathies and love, we cannot express how much we loved and will miss Cam.

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

March 22, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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