Age 81 of St. Paul, MN.
Went to be with the Lord and her dear husband of 62 years, Jerry, on September 5th, 2021. Survived by her children, Nikki (Daniel) Molin, Wendy (Nathan) Holm, Todd (Sheila) Norman, Tracy (Daniel) Zarembinski; grandchildren, Sean (Ashley) Molin, Danielle (Darren) Olson, Haley Oie, Olivia Holm, Ryan & Niklas Norman, Rebecca and Zachary Zarembinski; great grandchildren, Kylie, Teagan, Taylor & Ty Olson, Payton & River Molin; brother, Bruce (Beverly) Peterson; sisters-in-law, Jeannine (Thomas) Jellings, Judy Norman and many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Mearl & Jimmy Peterson; sister in-law, Pauline Richardson; brothers-in-law, Pat Norman & Robert Richardson. Karen was a gifted artist, creating many painted signs and wall murals. She was a social butterfly and true friend to many, always ready for fun and a good laugh. Much of her time was spent by Jerry’s side cheering on her children & grandchildren in their sporting events. Most of all she loved sharing the lake cabin with family and friends.
A JOINT celebration of KAREN & JERRYS’ lives will be held on Tuesday, September 28 at EAGLEBROOK CHURCH WHITE BEAR LAKE CAMPUS – 2401 Buffalo St, White Bear Lake, MN 55110. Visitation 10-11AM followed by Funeral Service 11AM. Reception 12-2:30PM at Manitou Event Center – 2171 4th St, White Bear Lake.
Jerry’s full obituary with photo was published on November 22, 2020 and can be found at legacy.com