Karen Bissell

Karen Lamica Bissell, 62 of Malone N.Y. passed away on October 20, 2026 at CVPH after a short battle with pancreatic, and liver cancer.

Karen was born in Malone, N.Y. on August 21, 1964 to Lee V. Lamica, and Rita McNamara Lamica. Karen attended Malone Central School District from elementary, through high school. She was employed by Raymond Street Daycare for many years, and later on, The Malone Adult Center.

Karen loved spending time with her sisters, children, and her mother, taking rides in the country side, watching deer, and the sunset.

Karen was married to Glenn Bissell on September 9, 2006, who predeceased her on February 3, 2016. She is also predeceased in death by her father, Lee V. Lamica, her sister, Kathy Lamica Brown, and infant brother, Craig L. Lamica.

She is survived by her mother, Rita M. Lamica, a son, Justin A. Dumas, a sister, Kimberly Lamica Mulverhill, and spouse, Kelly Mulverhill, a brother, Scott G. Lamica; her adopted children, Raelynn, Nia-Lynn, William, and Wa-keem Monroe-Bissel. Karen was the soul guardian of
her great niece, Naishalee Monroe, and great nephew, Urijiah Rockhill. She leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

There will be no calling hours. The family has entrusted care and arrangements to Frary Funeral Home, 530 East Main Street, Malone, 518-483-5750.

As we remember Karen, we invite you to share your memories and photographs on her memorial page. Your stories and pictures will serve as a comforting reminder of the adventurous, compassionate, empathetic, and generous woman that Karen was. Condolences may be made online at www.fraryfuneralhome.com. Let us celebrate Karen's life together, remembering the love she shared, the lives she touched, and the legacy she leaves behind.