Karen Druliner Larson
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KAREN DRULINER LARSON passed away peacefully on December 8, 2018 in West Allis, Wisconsin. Karen was born on June 5, 1948, to Louis and Jane Larson in Flandreau, SD. Karen was a graduate of Austin High School (Austin, MN) where music was the joy of her life. She graduated with a B.A. in Education from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN in 1969, and later completed her Masters in Education at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. Karen taught in the School District of La Crosse for 35 years, where she shared her talents and love with countless elementary school students. In 1975, Karen married William O. Druliner in La Crosse, WI, and the couple welcomed a son, William Stephen, in 1979. Throughout the many obstacles in her life, Karen relied on her faith in Christ, her family and her many friendships from her involvement at First Free Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She was eager to volunteer and serve in La Crosse; sharing her passion for teaching and her friendship with many who were new to America. In 2012, as her health began to deteriorate, Karen chose to move to the Milwaukee area to be near her son’s family. Her family deeply appreciates the dedicated care she received at Bethany on Cass (La Crosse); Layton Terrace Senior Community (Milwaukee), and Ruth Hospice (Milwaukee). Karen is survived by her son, Bill Druliner, daughter-in-law Jessica, and her grandchildren, Matthew, Marisol, and Alaina; her mother, Jane Larson, her sister, Pam (Berne) Indahl, sister-in-law Christine (Doug) Ferguson, nieces and nephews: Eve Vines, Ian Larson, Andrew Indahl, Ben Indahl, and Bethany Indahl; and her former spouse Bill Druliner. Karen is preceded in death by her father, Louis, and brother Keith. A memorial service will be held at First Free Church, 123 Mason St, Onalaska WI on Friday, December 28. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.remembr.com/karen.druliner.larson. In lieu of flowers, anyone who would like to make a tax-deductible contribution is welcome to send gifts to: Karen Druliner Larson Memorial Fund, Fidelity Charitable, PO Box 770001, Cincinnati OH 45277-0053
Condoleances
Terri " Daley-Mack
Bill, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Karen was a kind and caring person. i met her when she was pregnant with in lamaze class. We became friends and eventually taught together. Please know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you wonderful memories of your mom . May they become treasures of her beautiful life. God bless.
Mike & Julie Snitker
Our deepest sympathy to You! Karen had such a deep Faith and was a very special person. We were sorry we were unable to make it to her memorial. May the Lord bless your family and comfort you. Mike and Julie Snitker
Laura Drake
Bill, my sincere sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I'm glad your mother is at peace with our Lord. She fought the good, but difficult fight. Now her reward is great in heaven.
Pam Aandahl Solberg
Dear Bill, Jessica, Jane, Pam, and families, I am so very sorry for your loss in Karen of mother, daughter, and sister. Hearing that she has gone home to her Lord brings back memories that span most of our lives. Karen and I were good friends and companions in high school, sharing our love of God, music, and learning. We stayed in touch through college and far beyond, gradually less regularly, yet always as though only a little time had passed since the last time. During her LaCrosse years we met for lunch and a long visit in either of our towns, in Rochester, or at Frontenac State Park. Correspondence by letter continued as long as possible; I delighted in hearing about the arrival of Matthew and Marisol. After letters no longer worked, Karen would still surprise me by popping up in my thoughts and prayers - what a friend she was! Now I am thankful for Karen's relief from suffering and for the many lives she has enriched with her care. May God continue to surround you with peace and strength in the days ahead. Sincerely, Pam
GP HR TEAM
Bill we are extremely sorry for your loss. We are here for you, hope you keep all your memories of her in your heart forever! :)
Eric Salazar
Bill my condolences to you and your family. Gabi, Erica and I will pray that the memories she left in your hearts will help bring peace in this difficult time...