Karen Kay Nelson, 62, of Laramie, was called home to be with her lord and savior Jesus Christ on March 22nd, 2023. Karen was brought into the world by her parents Charles and Beulah Ghere on April 29th, 1960, in Independence, Iowa. Karen was blessed with a loving marriage to her husband, Dan, for thirty-seven years. Karen was adored by her four children, Megan, Anna, Greta, Josef, and her eight grandchildren.
Karen is Preceded in death by her mother, all grandparents, one aunt, and one uncle.
Karen is survived in death by her husband, her father, her brother, all four of her children, all eight grandchildren, one aunt, one uncle and several cousins.
A memorial will take place in Laramie at the Laramie Valley Chapel at 4801 Quarterhorse drive on April 22nd at 10 AM.
Friends and family, and all who knew Karen are welcome to attend. A graveside ceremony and celebration of life will be held at a later date in Springfield, Missouri.
Our sympathy to the entire family. We've known Karen her entire life. As a young girl her family lived near my parents and Karen and my mother had a special bond. Not to mention that both her Dad and Grandfather had, at one time, worked for my dad. Karen's uncle Duane was one of my best friends and was in our wedding. Her dad and I also shared some special times during the time he worked for my dad. The Ghere family is special to our family. I do not have Karens dad phone number or address and hope he sees this message to know how special their entire family is to mine.
To Dan, Megan, Anna, Greta, Josef, We were shocked and saddened to hear about Karen's passing. While we've not been in touch for a long time, we've kept up with family through Aunt Barb. We pray God's comfort and peace for all of you during this difficult time. We know what you're feeling. Please accept our most sincere sympathies. While were saddened, Karen is rejoicing!
Mark and I just have no words but our prayers are with you all. Until we meet again sweet friend.
To Karen’s family, I am a childhood friend who totally lost contact with her until this past year on Facebook- I am so sorry for your loss- she was such a great person back in the day and I can only imagine the joy you had with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
In memory of my sweet cousin. No matter how long the Lord gives us here on earth with our loved ones, it's never long enough. You will be greatly missed, dear Karen. You got to see Grandma and Kris before all of us❤️. Till we meet again... Love, Robyn
Dan and family, I remember Karen as always joyful and caring…Kare’n…such a perfect name for the lovely soul your wife, mother and grandmother. Prayers, blessings and peace to you.
My faith sister and dear friend..I’m so happy I knew you this side of heaven and will be with you there someday/ what a legacy you left Karen. The story I always tell of you is visiting marketplaces and pointing out a unique piece..like a woolen hat or clay cup and you’d say, “oh I could make you one” And you absolutely could. What a gift you were to all who knew you.