Karen Louise Knowles passed away on Wednesday May 25, 2011 at the age of 54. Beloved daughter of Beverly Sutherland Knowles and the late Daniel E. Knowles, Jr. Sister of the Honorable Daniel E. Knowles III (Bonnie). Aunt of Brian and Leslie Knowles. Niece of Sr. Cynthia Knowles, MSC, and the late William O. Knowles. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, the staff and residents of Mater Dolorosa and Marianites of the Holy Cross are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 11 AM. Visitation will be Thursday morning from 9 AM until funeral time. Interment in Westlawn South Cemetery, Gretna LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mater Dolorosa Activity Account, call 504-865-7222. For further funeral information or directions, please call Mothe Funeral Home at 504.366.4343. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com.