K. Karen Bain
June 1, 1951 ~ December 27, 2023
K. Karen Bain passed away peacefully holding her devoted husband’s hand on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. She was 72 years old. She was a member of Friendswood Baptist Church in Camby.
On September 22, 2007, K. married the love of her life and best friend, Robert Eugene Bain. They spent many years together exploring the country, sharing motorcycle adventures, and spending treasured time with family in Indiana and Florida. Anyone who spent time with the couple could see how deeply they loved each other, and their love easily spread to family and friends around them.
K. was born in Indianapolis on June 1, 1951, to the late Fredrick and Francis Handlon. She loved children and was an advocate for education. She left her career as an abstractor at Lawyers Title to devote herself to her children. She was a passionate volunteer and advocated for the education of children across the city through Title 1. She was a devoted, loving mother and left a legacy of love.
K. was also an avid crafter, talented seamstress, and could recycle anything into something functional and beautiful. She saw beauty in everything.
K. will be deeply missed by her husband, Bob Bain of Camby; son, Curtis (wife, Mandy) Swinford of Inman, South Carolina; daughter, Bonnie Swinford of Knoxville, Tennessee; stepdaughters, Stephanie (husband, Jeff) Badgley of New Palestine and Jennifer (husband, John) LaMar of Indianapolis; 2 sisters; 6 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and numerous other family and friends. Our world is forever touched by her grace, beauty, and devotion.
Family and friends are invited to visit on Tuesday, January 2nd from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service and Crematory in Mooresville. K.’s Life Celebration® Service will begin at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 3rd. There will be an hour of visiting time prior to the service. She will be laid to rest in Mooresville Cemetery.
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K was my aunt even though she was just a couple years older.
We lived just a few house apart. I remember playing with the other kids in the neighborhood. Getting together on Christmas eve at my grandparents house. What a great time.
Words cannot express how sorry i am curtis and mandy love you guys thoughts and prayers for everyone that knew kay
I am her daughter in-law. I didn’t consider her a in law I considered her a friend a mother as well as a wonderful friend. She inspired me. Taught me how to sew lol. She left a impression in my life and stepped up and have me guidance when I lost my mother. I have my precious memories with her and I think God for that. I know Momma is jumping all over heaven. I will never forget you and the love you showed me. Love you to the Heavens.
K was a special friend to Danny and I. As her friend I shared many conversations with her about Parkinson’s,life and god. She will be missed by us.
Karen you are abeautiful person god bless you rest in peace and thank you bob for everything.
K had a beautiful sweet smile that would light up the room, even in her illness. I enjoyed going to Bible studies with her. When she couldn’t speak, she still mouthed the words of favorite hymns and had a tear in her eye with the Scriptures we shared at her bedside. The love and devotion that she and Bob had for each other is a treasure to see, and very inspiring. I am thankful to have known K. She will be missed.
Dear Bob
I’m so sorry to hear about K. I know I haven’t been in touch in a while but I have thought of you often. I have committed often of how much I admired you for your dedication and love you had for Kay Truly a love story.
You are truly bless to of had such a wonderful marriage. . I will be praying for you and your family.
I have so many precious childhood memories of K. An amazing and sweet Woman who always treated me like family. Our families were blessed to remain connected still today. Rest with love beautiful soul, you will be missed dearly!
Bob
I am so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Prayers for you and your family.