Karlea C. LaPlante-Mullaney, 47, Watertown

WATERTOWN, NY —  Karlea C. LaPlante-Mullaney, 47, Watertown, passed away Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020.

Private services will be held at the convenience of her family.

Born Oct. 9, 1972, in Watertown, a daughter of Chris and Mabel (Frost) LaPlante, she received her high school education in Denver, Colorado.

Upon moving back to the area Karlea worked as a waitress at several local restaurants.

She enjoyed nature, gardening, and the outdoors.

She is survived by her son, Matt East of Watertown; parents, Mabel Johnikin of Cape Vincent, Chris LaPlante of Florida; sister, Glenda Frost of Colorado; maternal grandmother, Ellen Frost of Watertown; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Donations may be made in her name to the Jefferson County SPCA, 25056 Water Street, Watertown, NY 13601.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made online at reedbenoit.com