Karen L. (McKibben) Cumming – 68, of Lynnfield and formerly of North Reading, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Born in Fort Worth, Texas on December 23, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Janice (Abercrombie) McKibben. Karen was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School. She also attended the University of South Carolina.
Karen worked as a waitress at the 99 Restaurant in North Andover for many years and then in her forties she became a receptionist at the Real Estate Title Company in New Hampshire. Karen loved flowers and gardening, she also enjoyed music and dancing.
Family members include her loving husband Scott W. Cumming; her daughter, Shane Cumming; her brother, Bob Abercrombie and her sisters, Kim Boyett and Lauren Abercrombie.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading.
RIP KAREN GOD BLESS AND WATCH OVER HER FAMILY EXSPECIALY HER DAUGHTER SHANE
Thoughts and Prayers to the family
RIP my sweet beautiful sister. I love you and miss you. Shane, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
My sweet Bonus daughter, God blessed me with you. I could not have found one as loving, sweet, caring, and thoughtful as you. You will be missed so much. Rest in peace my sweet girl.