Karen Coulson
August 12, 2019
Karen K. Coulson, 79, passed away August 12, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born on August 25, 1939, in Spencer, Iowa.
Karen attended Spencer High School Class of 1958. She later obtained her associates degree from DMACC and worked as a secretary for Coulson Sign Company and Coulson Taxidermy.
Karen enjoyed researching her family genealogy. Above all, she cherished her family, especially her grandchildren, and always attended their many school activities.
Karen is survived by her husband, Beryl; daughters, Sheryl (Tim) Martin and Natalie (Jeff) Larmore; son, Brad (Teresa) Coulson; 10 loving grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, and 7 siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Geneva (Curry) Quail; son, Darrin, and 2 siblings.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st Street in Ankeny, with burial to follow at Oralabor Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 8 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Karen.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Cindy Zirbel-Braniger
08/22/2019
Beryl, Brad & family members, I'm really sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was a very kind lady. May GOD give you all strength at this time R.I.P. Karen ??
Linnea Johnson
08/20/2019
Karen was one of the most beautiful souls I have ever known. My heart goes out to Karens family- I am so very sorry for your loss. She truly was one of a kind. Thinking of you all, at this most difficult time.
Linnea, Roger, Mike, Jef and Venzel Johnson
ron sampson
08/19/2019
Beryl and Karen were one of the kindest couples I have ever known. So sorry for your loss, Beryl.