Karen L. Rathke
Karen was born June 19, 1949 in Mauston, WI; daughter of the late Norman and Dorothy (Pierce) Hartwig. She went on to marry Donald Rathke, who survives her.
No formal services will be held at the time. Burial will take place at Mount Repose Cemetery in Friendship, WI.
For those wishing to express their sympathies, the family kindly requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to a Humane Society of your choice, or plant a tree with the link below.
Shuda Funeral Chapel is honored to be assisting the family.
So very sorry to hear of Karen’s recent passing. We knew each other through our high school years, and later in life became Facebook friends which gave us opportunity to “chat” once in a while. Karen was such a sweet person. Sincere condolences to you Don.
So sorry, memories from grade school and high school in class reunions so sorry again
Don :We are so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. I have fond memories of her growing up in our neighborhood. RIP Karen
Don, I cherished Karen and her parents, the Hartwig family. We always seem to lose touch, but the memories remain with us. You have our sympathy & blessings. Peace be with you.
So sorry to hear this. Karen was a sweetheart, loved hearing her stories. RIP Karen
So sorry to read of Karen’s passing Don.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻.
Don so sorry for your loss we had some good times together
Dear Don,
It grieved us to hear about Karen passing away, and I will be praying for THE LORD to comfort you as you go through this time of sorrow. I remember the times that I would see you and Karen out and about together, and always happy occasions!!!
Take Care and God Bless!!!
Lennard A. Wilson
So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing, Don. RIP Karen.
Ross & I are so sorry Don , to hear of Karen’s passing. Many great memories of her when we were younger.
Don, I’m so sorry to hear about Karen. My deepest thought and prayers are with you. Karen was such a wonderful lady, sure will miss her. May she rest in peace.
Don, So sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. There are so many memories from when we were younger. Will always remember her fondly. Sending you our most sincere condolences.
Don,
Wendy and I are sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. I have some very special memories of her. From chasing her with a garden hose when she babysat me. To her telling me ghost stories that I remember to this day. I wish you the best and regret i lost touch with you both. God bless!
So very sorry for your loss
Don, so sorry to hear this. She was always a joy to visit with. Our sympathy