Karen McNaney
April 21, 2023
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Karen McNaney, 72, passed away on April 21, 2023 at Mercy One in Des Moines. She was born in Des Moines to Marvin and Carol (Buhrer) Brown.
Karen was a nurse for 38 years working on the transplant floor at Mercy One. She loved her job and that encompassed who she was. Caring for others was second nature to her – from her work to her family she always put others first. Karen loved her family more than anything, she was a mother to everyone and was beyond proud of her family. She loved the Iowa State Fair, she attended many times each year. She always brought her family with her.
Karen is survived by her husband, Mike; sons, Kenny Cockayne and Kelly Cockayne; mother, Carol Dolph; brother, Rod Dolph; sisters, Becky Macintosh and Linda Brown; granddaughters, Jeni Griffin and Mallory Cockayne and great grandson, Jax Anderson.
She was preceded in death by her dad, Marvin and sister Nancy Canon.
A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, May 1, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, Iowa.
Memorial contributions may be directed to family in loving memory of Karen.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Loretta and Janet Scrutchfield, "The Sisters"
12/22/2023
We just learned that Karen passed away in the spring. She was a wonderful person, always taking care of her mom and her aunt, thoughtful and kind to everyone she met.
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of someone so special to so many.
Jan and Loretta, Juanita's daughters
Deb Reser
10/13/2023
Mike, I am so sorry! I just found out about Karen and I'm very sad. I worked with Karen at Mercy, she was a great nurse and a great friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
karolyn fitzgibbon
04/27/2023
rest in peace Karen,the family loved you! kive kisses to Kelly girl an Randy boy! love Karolyn
DeAnn & Brian Iiams
04/26/2023
We lived across from Karen ever since we moved to the neighborhood. She was a great Lady! It was always nice to go over and chat with her. She will be missed!
NICHOLETTE COLACINO
04/25/2023
I worked with Karen for a few years and I loved her. She was a great worker and so much fun to be around, especially when we went to Aksarben to play the ponies. Always with a smile. Will miss her. Rest in peace, Karen. 💕
Dave Brown
04/25/2023
Karen definitely had a positive impact on so many people during her life time. Her career let her do what she loved best -helping other people. She gave of herself to her family and perfect strangers. But the love and care she provided to her aunt Wanda for so many years will earn her a great seat in Heaven. Thank you Karen for watching over her.
Stephanie Bedford
04/25/2023
Karen really was MOM to all!
Fly high Angel! You are missed terribly but we will see your beautiful face again.
My heart is with you Kenny and Mallory! Love you!
Nancy Thurtell
04/24/2023
My dear friend Karen. We met in 1981 and I have loved you every day since. We started as coworkers and became best friends. For over 20 years we worked together, played together and did life together. You were right beside me at the best times and held me at the worst. I haven't seen you much these last 20 years; a few lunches, texts, holiday and life announcements. Not the everyday times we once shared. But I have always thought of you. Knowing you were just "there" always gave me comfort and made me smile. You are much more than a friend, more like a sister. I will miss you so much. I love you Karen. Rest and I will see you again. Of that I am certain.
Dot (Shannon) Graves
04/24/2023
I worked with Karen in the 80s when I was a new grad and again in 2017 when I moved back to Iowa for a short time. She was awesome. Never made one feel stupid, always welcoming . She will be missed by many