Birth date: Dec 5, 1950 Death date: Jan 7, 2013
Karen Sue (McCullough) Robb, age 62, passed away due to complications with pneumonia at Iowa Methodist Medical Center on Monday, January 07, 2013, surrounded by her husband and children. Born in Leon, IA on December 5, 1950, Karen Read Obituary
I always appreciated Karen's warmth and friendliness. Craig
Well, we saw each other probably every year growing up as we would go to Iowa for vacations. We loved going to the farm Karen and siblings and parents had.. Enjoyed all the animals and learning to milk and slopping the pigs..They called us city slickers, but always had a great time. I have read Karen's thoughts and things she was doing with kids and granfkids and she commented on mine. I am sorry to say I bet has been forty some years since I had see Karen, but was very happy we got to hear of each others families, journeys with grandkids and shared pictures through facebook..She will be missed by all, and especially her kids and grandkids. You could tell they were her light.. Love you Karen..
In the four years we worked closely together, Karen brought kindness, comfort, color and fun to our world. I watched her do that for all the people around us, too. She was perfect in the role of mentor to non-traditional students because she had 'been theredone that' - she gave off an aura of acceptance and encouragement. She had something to talk about with everyone (she often said she could talk to a stump and I believed it) and she made people feel like they were not only okay, but valuable, and she helped them find meaning. Even the daily routine was fun with Karen around. There was something about her presence that affirmed the value of the day itself, and I found myself feeling like the workday had not really started until I touched base with Karen. She generously shared her audio books with me and introduced me to many exciting authors that I would not have read without her generosity. She took care of her family and Graceland students so well that I often wondered how she had time for art, too. Heaven, too, will benefit from this talented and beautiful lady. She'll make that a better place, too.
Karen, My old friend, so full of life, love, and happiness! You were a great friend to so many people and I am thankful that I was able to be among those who you brought so much joy to! I think of you often and will see you again some day! You will not be forgotten. Prayers to all who loved Karn so much. Debbie Kinnison
I was so fortunate to get to know Karen while she and I worked at Graceland. Our offices next to each other we talked daily and she was always a smile waiting for someone to share it with. She was a joy as a colleague and made working through some difficult times much easier. She will be missed, but her legacy lives on.
Our sweet Karen - We were shocked by your passing. Ono reminded me that you got that darn pneumonia almost every year. You touched many lives, gave hope to those who needed encouragement. You were always a good friend to anyone who had the honor of knowing you. Your courage was incredible. You overcame obstacles that would make anyone else tell themselves they could not be overcome..... Rest in peace old friend.....Ono and Nancy Monachino.
So sorry to hear about your loss. Karen was a great lady and will be missed by several.
Our prayers for your loss. Karen was a sweet, loving person. She was a tremendous help to me when I went back to college as an 'adult learner'. I will always remember her positive attitude. Her dad, Earl, was a 'coon hunting buddy to my husband and sons. The apple didn't fall far from the tree - great people.
