Hannelore “Karol” Frew (nee Woerner), age 78 of Mentor, passed away April 20th, 2026 at Hospice of the Western Reserve surrounded by her family. She was born January 2nd, 1948 in Urbach, Germany to the late Martha Woerner.
Karol retired in 2013 from Third Federal as a customer service manager after 35 years of service.
Karol loved animals and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a woman of strong family values, she dedicated her life to her loved ones. She held her family values close to her heart and found joy in the traditions that brought them together, such as quality time at Sunday dinners.
Karol was the wife of the late Allen “Jim” Frew; beloved mother of Lori (Ric Supinski – fiancé) DeGeorge, and Heidi (Jim Stout – fiancé) Fosnaught; cherished grandmother of Ryan Bissell, Andrew (Bailey) Bissell, Devin DeGeorge, Phillip DeGeorge, Rachel (Jonny) Shantery, and Michael Fosnaught; great grandmother of Aubrey, Mason, Sofia, Colton, Cooper, Gavin, Oliver, Scarlett, Hazel, and Adaline; sister of the late Sandy (Frank) Lawrence and Susan Slusher.
The Frew family will receive family and friends from 4:00 – 7:00 PM Monday, April 27, 2026 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A Memorial service will be held at 6:30 PM Monday at the funeral home. A private burial will be held at Mentor Cemetery.
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7 Replies to “Hannelore “Karol” Frew (nee Woerner)”
My condolences to the entire family, I can’t believe I knew Karol for over 50 years, what a great matriarch of the family.
My condolences to you and family Lori. May she rest in peace. Love you honey mama Linda.
Heidi and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers at this most difficult time
Cousin Karol was a very special lady. I admired her poise and patience. Karol’s dedication to family was unmeasurable. A good cook, magnificent baker, and lover of coffee. Karol’s kindness will never be forgotten. May all the family have peace and calming in the next few days and month’s ahead. Love to all, cousin Ginger. RIP.
Hello to Heidi and Lori, and your families … it’s been a long time since I saw your mom, but can remember spending so much time with her and your family and you grew up as close friends with our Jen. Now that you’re all moms with kids of your own, it’s hard to believe we of the older generation are slowly but surely leaving you on your own. Hopefully, all of us moms have done a good enough job that you are firmly rooted in good families with health and happiness galore. Sending heartfelt sympathy to you girls, your kids and grandkids. Love From Sue Wilson (Jen’s Ma), Jennifer, Brianna, Braeden and Bryan Kuhn.
Karol you were my best friend. We were together for over 55 years. Through all our ups and downs we always stayed friends. I am certainly going to miss our Friday lunches and our talks about anything and everything. My heart hurts so much!! I love you and miss you so very much!
Lori and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. I heard many stories about what a special woman she was.
Sending prayers, peace, and light.
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