Karen Mora
Dec. 31, 1941-June 5, 2024
Menlo Park, CA

Karen Jacobsen Mora went into the arms of her loving Savior on June 5, 2024 after battling with a long illness.

Karen was married twice, once to Russ and then and Hank Mora, (died 1997), whom she considered her soulmate. She was preceded in death by parents, Virginia and Jake, sister, Shelley, and nephew Todd. She is survived by brother Jim, nephews Bryce, Brett and Justin.

Karen, was a lifelong resident of the peninsula, most recently in Sharon Heights for 20+ years. Aunt Karen was a bold, intelligent woman, whose intellect stayed with her into her elder age. Her love of nature and outgoing personality drew many friends and family together to enjoy life. She was a member of St. Athanasius Catholic church and longtime 49ers fan.

She had a fondness for good food. She would say “some eat to live, I live to eat.” She was known for her uncanny ability to select the sweetest strawberries and would share them with her friends and relatives by dropping off a crate at their doorstep. She had a penchant for bringing her cherished Italian olive oil to dinner, which she kept in her purse. She had an unmatched ability to pick the ripest avocados and juiciest melons. She loved her Cheesy Bavarian sausages from Corralitas Meat Market. She tried to ensure that everyone around her felt loved and included in her passion for food.

She was also an adroit stock picker who gave the Quants at Chicago and MIT what-for. And she wasn’t shy about keeping these picks to herself, generously sharing tips with a lucky few.

But mostly, Karen will be remembered by her unfailing generosity to those who knew her, especially those who fell on troubled times. Never asking for anything in return. We’ll miss you Aunt Karen!