

What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.
Obituary
It is with profound sadness that we announce that our friend and colleague, Karen Stacey, Managing Director of Bspoke Lifestyle, has passed away following a short battle with cancer.
Karen joined the Bspoke Group as Group Operations Director of RCHL in May 2019 and became the Managing Director of Bspoke Lifestyle, known then as Binnacle Insurance Services, in June 2020 which also incorporated the management of the Compass Insurance brand. Her vision, tenacity, and determination were instrumental in laying the solid foundations for these businesses, which have flourished under her exceptional leadership.
For all of you that had the privilege of knowing Karen, you will know that she never approached anything without absolute dedication and a sense of humour. She found the fun and camaraderie in every situation. We feel immensely proud and privileged that she was part of our business and so grateful for the lasting positive impact she has had on the lives of her colleagues and friends across the Bspoke Group.
After 30 years working in the insurance industry, Karen built countless connections and relationships throughout her career. Her dedication and passion for her work left a lasting impact on many colleagues, clients, and contacts. With the blessing of Karen's family, we invite you to share your thoughts and memories of her here. Your stories and reflections will not only honour Karen’s professional legacy but also provide comfort to those who knew and loved her.
Our thoughts remain with Karen’s family at this time.
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Karen’s professionalism was equalled only by her warmth and caring nature, making her truly special to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She had a rare ability to bring people together, leaving a lasting impact that will not fade. Karen will be deeply missed, but her spirit, kindness, and energy will remain in our hearts.
Thank you, Karen, for everything. We are all better for having known you.
She always was professional and quick to offer support and solve any issues with a positive and cheerful approach.
We were always pleased to catch up with her at the North West Branch golf day where she hosted the half way house and to invite her to the North West annual dinner where she was always one of the first on the dance floor.
Clare Yates and John Kirkham - Eastham Hall Holiday Park
I can recall many great Compass night's out, especially where wine was involved!
My thoughts are with Andrew, Jenna, family and friends at this sad time.
Rest in peace x
I’ll miss raising a glass with you at work parties, having a boogie and a laugh. Thank you for being such a force of fun and kindness, you are gone far too soon. x
Karen was one of the most passionate and positive people I have ever worked with, and her enthusiasm was infectious.
I have far too many stories to recount of our time working together, many of which was me trying to keep up with her work hard and play even harder mentality.
I always dreaded the ‘I’ve had a really random idea…’ phone call and wondered what she could possibly have in store for us next. Saying that she had a way of always persuading me to go along with her ideas.
Karen taught me a lot personally and professionally and was a true inspiration who I will miss terribly.
My heart goes out to Andrew, Jenna, family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.
It turns out this was the last time we were to see Karen and my lasting memory is having the best evening with her and so much fun. We were a simialr age and had so much in common, we had clicked and although we had not known each other a long time I felt that we would have bencome friends long into the future. That future has been cruelly taken from her. We send our deepest condolances to the family. I will remeber her with fun and laughter and whenever I drink a glass of Sangira I will raise a glass to the lovely Karen and remember her with a smile.
Karen’s leadership and contributions to the industry were truly remarkable. It’s clear she made a lasting impact through her dedication, professionalism, and passion for her work—a legacy that will not be forgotten.
I’m deeply thankful for all the times spent chatting at shows, conferences and industry get togethers, as well as all the support Karen provided to the Tingdene Group over the years.
My thoughts are with her family, friends, and all her colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.
- someone full of life and fun as well as having practical and thoughtful insight on how to help solve problems. I feel honoured to have known her for the past 10 years or so
My craziest memory has to be during the Covid lock down, when we were all asked to try and produce a group sing along on zoom, to the 'Caravan of Love' which she intended to share on social media. As is often the case, Karen started with "I've had a little bit of a crazy idea folks!..." We were quickly split into groups and given our lines... Mine was the ohhs and the ahhhs in harmony with Karen herself. Sadly despite the effort of everyone, we didn't have the studio and equipment to rival the likes of Gary Barlow and his daily lockdown crooner sessions and our efforts just ended up hidden away on the B drive somewhere. The idea being brilliant and the execution not so.
Forever in our thoughts.
My thoughts go out to her family and friends.
The amount of comments on this wall are a testament to how well liked she was. RIP Karen.
My first introduction to Karen was a summer do before i even started with Compass. Karen had a microphone to do a speech but couldn't help herself and started singing instead. To me, that just epitomised Karen and will always be my favourite memory of her.
I've never met someone who had such passion for their work and for life in general.
Work socials will never be the same without you but we'll raise a drink for you every time
She was always full of enthusiasm whilst being professional and made it a fun place to work.
Will be missed by many but also remembered very fondly by all.
My deepest condolences to Karen's family and friends at the time.
Sending all our love from Myself, Jason and the Eureka Team.
Karen was one of a kind the way she integrated herself into the working partnership with BHHPA and into the Caravan Leisure Industry was remarkable. We have lost one of the Best of the Best. My deepest Condolences to Andrew and Family and all of Her team in Gloucester.
RIP Beautiful Lady Keep Singing and Dancing. We will miss you xx
My heart is full of sadness this evening. All my best wishes to the loved ones that she leaves behind.
Michaelx
In her professional life, Karen was known for her dedication and excellence. She approached every task with a level of professionalism that was both inspiring and admirable. I’m honoured to say Karen was a friend, always ready to lend a helping hand or offer support.
Everyone at Leisuredays extends our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones during this difficult time. RIP Karen.
BH&HPA conference.
Our condolences go out to all the family.
Thank you for all your support to Tingdene Group through the time we worked together. You ensured your team were always dedicated, supportive and practical.
I enjoyed our many discussions at park home shows and conferences about the sector and wider insurance industry. Thank you and you will be missed.
Rest easy now Karen, you made a huge difference to so many.
Mart xx
It is so sad to see she has been taken too soon. RIP Karen x
BIBA was our yearly meet up and her love of life and happiness was infectious
Rest easy Karen, you will be missed. Sending love to her family and friends xx
I had the pleasure of meeting and working with you 20 years ago and whilst our careers went in different directions it was always a delight to see you at BIBA and the like. Your cheery smile and pleasant conversation was something I always looked forward to each year.
Rest in peace Karen
Gareth xx
It was as always a pleaseure to be in your company, so bubbly and a free spirit. I will miss our chats definatley.
My thoughts go out to the family at this very sad time xx
RIP Karen Stacey you will be missed.
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We shared great times and big laughs. With a keen brain and intellect and a passion for getting the best outcomes, I will always cherish our fireside chat in front of the group that over ran because we were just having a lovely chat together!
My thoughts and prayers go to your family and all my blessings.
RIP Karen Stacey
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I always enjoyed your company and really looked forward to our time together. At the same time I found your leadership style truly inspirational. You led business with such a passion and commitment that never, ever dulled and every challenge was met with a smile.
Karen, you will be truly missed in so many ways.
Rest in peace.
Nick xx
From sharing joyful moments to our memorable fire walk, Karen exemplified true bravery. She was a remarkable woman, and it is an honor to have known her.
Karen will be forever missed x
Karen, you were a good friend and colleague and I miss you.
What started off as a "quick" chat before the dinner on the first night of the conference ended up with us finding out we grew up in the same small town on the suburbs of Birmingham and that we had gone to the same primary school. It quickly became a full reminisce of old stomping grounds including the Kings Norton "mop" (IYKYK!!)
I only wish there had been more opportunities to spend time with Karen and hear her infectious laugh and wonderful sense of humour but for those handful of times I did spend time in her company, I am grateful.
I will miss you but know you leave a wonderful legacy as both an amazing human being, and an inspiration in the insurance world.
David. x
Karen epitomizes the “work hard, play hard” mentality, setting the bar incredibly high for all of us to follow. I will never forget my first week when I started with Bspoke Lifestyle back in December 2021.
It was a whirlwind sitting with Karen in a one-on-one meeting; her enthusiasm, passion, and vision were intoxicating. I knew I had made the right choice coming here. Rounding off my first week was the Christmas Curry night, where Karen got us singing 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'. It was clear none of us were destined for X Factor!
Her creative ideas are imaginative, though I’m still not sure about the caravan-shaped pasta!
Thank you, Karen, for being such an immense inspiration to me, both professionally and personally.
Wendy
xxx
We first met for lunch in Wolverhampton, and we clicked instantly. Hours flew by as we talked, covering so much ground in one afternoon. I’ll always look back on that day with fondness—your energy, passion, and enthusiasm were so inspiring.
Over the next 15 months, we had regular catch-ups, sharing stories about life and work. Even while facing your illness, you never let it define you or slow you down. Your resilience was remarkable.
The last time we met was during our mid-December meeting. True to form, you looked as glamorous as ever, braving both a snowstorm and an unexpected midnight fire alarm! I gave you a lift home, and of course, we talked all the way—just like always.
I feel so fortunate to have known you, even if it was for such a short time. I know you wouldn’t want us to be sad, but it’s hard not to feel the loss of someone so special.
Lots of love,
Kerry
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We were having fun but then some great music came on and Karen was straight up dancing around the bar, she certainly brightened the place up!
When we met up more recently, we had to navigate the chaos of a fire alarm at the hotel but in the midst of it all, she suggested a selfie and got us all smiling again!
Keep smiling and dancing Karen. Your positivity was infectious and will be missed so much.
Deirdre
I have so many fond memories of her and I counted myself so lucky to land her inspiring talents when she agreed to join us in 2019, despite me explaining the magnitude of the task ahead.
I knew she was really good from the time we worked together before, but she had got so much better in time we were apart and so she proved to go on by building the leading insurance business in the hospitality sector. The success of Bspoke Lifestyle and the Compass scheme rests with our beloved Karen.
Karen, was always up for a challenge, but she made it such fun, somehow persuading us that dressing up, singing and enjoying her self depreciating humour was the most effective way of generating success, and you know she was right..
Our lives are richer for having known you Karen, our business is in great shape, thanks to your vision, passion and dedication, you put much more into your life than most do in many more years, your memory will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace
Tim xx