Karen L. VanBlaircum

Karen Lea VanBlaircum, 72 passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday June 4, 2023 surrounded by the love of her family.

Karen was born on March 5, 1951 to Alfred and Ocie Hergert. She was the 3rd born of 6 children. The late Penny Swanson, Christina “Tina” Allor, The late Alfred “Chip” Hergert, Kimberly “Kim” Deweese, and Christopher “John” Hergert.

Karen was loved by her three daughters Kora (Todd) Vanek, Sarah (Ryan) Curylo and Kacy (Mike) Basch. Who gave her 10 beautiful grandchildren whom she adored; Kaylee, the late Mikenna, Genae, Gabrielle, Carter, Makayla, Karissa, Aleigha, Cassidy and Zachary. She will be fondly remembered also by her many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

Karen enjoyed painting, anything crafty, music, dancing, laying in the pool (the sun), spending all her time outside as long as it was warm, but most importantly she enjoyed spending time with her daughters, grandchildren, family and friends.

A Celebration of Life Memorial for friends and family will be held at a family residence on July 8, 2023.