Label Apeel pays tribute to beloved colleague

Label Apeel, a third-generation family business that specialises in bottle labels, has paid tribute to business development manager, Karen Capey, who has passed away at age 54.

Stuart Kellock, managing director at Label Apeel, says: “Over the 13 years, she worked with us at Label Apeel, she has had a profound impact on many of her colleagues. She provided a great role model for new people joining the business and was the life and soul of many company events.

“Karen’s passing will leave a hole in our hearts. She was the kindest, friendliest, funniest, and most honest person in printing.  The world will be a dimmer place without her to light it up.”

Capey joined the company in 2010 after working for several print companies across Leicestershire following the closure of her family’s business, Hemmings and Capey, in 1998.

Kellock, who worked with her at Hemmings and Capey, adds: “I remember quite distinctly that first day working with Karen. I was a gangly, 17-year-old apprentice, and she was the epitome of 80s chic and the boss’ daughter. She was funny, kind, and more than happy to get her hands dirty.”

Label Apeel says Capey experienced a variety of success working in the Beers, Wines, and Spirits sectors, becoming a regular face at industry events and gaining a huge amount of respect and knowledge.

Capey took on the challenge of moving from commercial packaging to label printing through her fantastic work ethic and “fierce advocacy for her customers”.

Anyone wishing to send their condolences or share memories of working with Capey, have been encouraged to get in touch via stuart@labelapeel.co.uk.

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