JOURNAL readers have paid their respects to local arts hero Karen Harvey after her death. Karen Harvey, who has been described as a committed and hard-working member of the Turnpike Community Theatre, passed away aged 56 with COVID. She joined TCT in 2018 when she responded to a call for chorus members for the Christmas production of Sleeping Beauty. She went on to win the director’s award that year for her contribution and commitment both on and off the stage; something that Karen was personally very proud of. Karen continued to come to TCT the following year and joined the committee where she has been an active member and secretary until her passing with COVID.