Karen Lee Warman Hayes
July 12, 2020
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Karen Lee Warman Hayes of Urbandale, Iowa passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 12, 2020. Karen was born on July 3, 1937 at Ellsworth Community Hospital in Iowa Falls, Iowa to Thelma LaVeda Hamilton Warman and Leonard Orville Warman. She grew up on a farm near Alden, Iowa and graduated from Alden High School in 1955. Karen married Leroy Raymond Hayes on September 15, 1956. They made their home in several different Iowa towns including Webster City, Belmond, Hampton, Prairie City, Morrison, and finally settled in Urbandale 28 years ago.
Karen worked as a homemaker raising the family and later passionately worked for the Iowa Egg Council for over 25 years as an Egg Promotion Specialist. She traveled throughout the state of Iowa “telling the good egg story” at events including the Iowa State Fair and many times included her grandchildren in the process. She was also known for her amazing omelets and deviled eggs.
Karen was proud to be a member of the Republican party and worked for many years as a caucus chair. She loved to travel and she and Leroy visited many countries around the world. Karen had a lifelong love of collecting owls, knitting, reading and listening to Elvis music. She attended Lutheran Church of Hope and Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
Karen is survived by her husband, Leroy; daughter, Jeanine (Sam) Kain; sons, Bruce (Carlene) Hayes, Bryan Hayes, Brent (Joy Olson) Hayes, and Doug (Jennifer) Hayes; grandchildren, Samantha (Matt), Travis Kain, Alexandria Hayes, Barret Hayes, Zacharey (Maggie) Hayes, Elizabeth (Ty) Hicks, Lauren Hayes, Mitchell Hayes, Emma Hayes, Preston Hayes, and Andrew Hayes; great-grandchildren, Charlie and Grace and Harrison Hayes; sister, Connie (Lurlin) Hoelscher; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Craig and Gary Warman; and daughter, Julie Hayes.
The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the following caregivers who provided compassionate care to our Mom, allowing her to stay in her home where she wanted to be. Thank you, Hannah Wells, Debra Siemer and MaryAnn Jackson. The family also thanks Terry and Lori from Hospice of the Midwest for helping Karen during her last day.
A private graveside service will be held at Masonic Cemetery in Des Moines, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of the Midwest. Condolences to the family at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
April and Ron Brott and family
07/16/2020
Leroy and family-.Aunt Karen always made us feel welcome when we visited. Uncle Leroy's apples with Aunt Karen's apple dip were quick to be prepared while we sat in her kitchen and had conversations. Karen family is a direct reflection on what a wonderful Mother she was. God's Blessings Isaiah 41;10
Gene and Janet Hayes
07/15/2020
Karen is at peace now and no longer in pain. That is a true blessing! She was here on earth for a time, but she taught us all how to love and live. God bless you Karen and members of your family..
Todd Hayes
07/14/2020
Leroy and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers in the loss of Karen. I will always cherish the memories of my visits with Aunt Karen over coffee, a snack, and good conversation. My hope is each of you will be comforted by the memories you hold of Karen. I pray that God will strengthen and grant you peace in the days ahead.
With caring thoughts,
Todd
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
II Timothy 4:7-8
Sandy Wilson
07/14/2020
I remember all the times the Belmond branch of the Hayes Family came to the farm for a visit. Those were good times. I saw Aunt Karen doing her demonstrations Younkers for the egg council. She was clearly in her element. God's grace to you as you cope with her loss.
Sandy