Karen L. McKahan, 72, of Parkville, MO passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the University of Kansas Health System with her loving family by her side. Karen was born May 3, 1950 to Donald Lee and Dorothy Claire (Simants) Wilds in Inglewood, California.
Karen loved going to the beach and spending time in the pool. She enjoyed casually sketching floor plans and was always interested in Psychology. She cherished time spent with friends. Listening to music, singing, and watching nature brought her peace. Most importantly, she lived for her family. She was always excited to hear what was going on in our lives. She loved planning vacations with the family. She enjoyed movies with her granddaughter Emily and watching her grandson Justin race his Sprint car. She will forever be remembered as a loving mother, fun grandma, adored by her nieces and nephews, and the best sister ever.
Karen is survived by her two loving daughters: Dawn Johnson (Johnny); Dianna Sheridan (Christopher); four grandchildren: Justin Johnson (Maddie); Emily Knopp (Matt); Connor Sheridan and Cole Sheridan; a great granddaughter, Preslee Knopp and a great-grandson Jameson Johnson; three sisters: Ali Brown (Jerry); Renee Howard; Robin Frazell (Ed); and a half-sister Donna Poncelow (Douglas); three nieces; four nephews; and twelve great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both of her parents; two brothers: Kevin Wilds and Donald Wilds, Jr.
The Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2022 at Meyers Northland Chapel in Parkville, MO. A Memorial service celebrating Karen’s life will commence at 6:00 p.m. at the chapel with Pastor Brady Testorff officiating. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions are suggested to the BMT (Bone Marrow Transplant) program at The University of Kansas Health System.
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Memories of Karen and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfunderalchapel.com.
Sorry for the loss of your mother Dawn & Dianna, Karen was the kindness, toughest person I have known,
Always putting others first.
Uncle Dave
Rest in Peace my dear Friend.
I lost my best friend . We had so many memories from high school, weddings, births and life! I was luckily to have 5 days with her in September and laugh about all those memories! My heart goes out to all the family but especially Dawn and Diana who have stood by her side through it off. Love to all of you!
Our Thoughts and prayers go out to Dawn and Diana and family sorry for your loss
Rest in peace my friend, you were always a bright light at our days with Aetna. You will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. Karen fought a hard battle. Both of you have the deepest sympathy of all of Karen’s fellow classmates.
Oh how I love her. She will be sadly missed 😢
She always had a kind soul. Rest in peace.
Karen was a courageous warrior and much admired. Time to rest now, dear lady.
So sorry for your loss. I got to know Aunt Karen for a short time frame. That time was so blessed.
Love the Moore Family
So very sorry for your family’s loss. May she rest in peace. Thinking about you all and praying for your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Karen from our days of working together at TG&Y. She was a
very sweet person.
Many great memories with Baby K.
It was my honor to be her supervisor and friend, for so long.
She loved her family like no other.
Until we meet again my friend.
You are all in my prayers!