Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson issues the following statement about the passing of former Senator Karen Mayne:
“Senator Karen Mayne was an exceptional community leader and I am heartbroken to hear of her passing.
Senator Mayne will be remembered as one of the most effective legislators in Utah history. She entered the Senate having lost her bigger-than-life husband, Ed, and brilliantly continued his mission of ‘people first.’ She was the Utah labor movement’s strongest advocate and a fearless leader on behalf of her west side constituents.
On a personal note, Karen was a mentor to me. I admired her and learned from her. I have fond memories of knowing her and Ed early in my political life and they are cherished memories. I also appreciated the chance to work with her when we both entered elected life.
I know of Karen’s deep love for her family and my thoughts are with them and with all who knew and loved her.”
