Karen S. Guthrie
December 1, 1945 ~ September 20, 2014
Karen S. Guthrie, 68, Mooresville, died suddenly at home September 20, 2014. Karen was born December 1, 1945, in Indianapolis, the youngest child of the late Oscar and Arva Louise (Traylor) Wise.
She graduated from Mooresville High School in 1964. Karen retired from IU Health in 2011, where she enjoyed a career in the accounting department that spanned more than 40 years. A loving and caring mother and grandmother, she will be missed by her loving family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sister, Juanita Loomis and Dolores Hatch.
Survivors include her children, Chris Guthrie (Laurie) of San Diego, California and Heather Ramey (Ken) of Greenwood; brother, Ron Wise of Greenwood; sister, Donna Mills of Greenwood; grandchildren, Kyle and Krysta Ramey; Karlene Guthrie; former spouse, Howard Guthrie of Martinsville.
Friends and family will gather Wednesday, September 24, 2014, 4 to 8 p.m., in the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Pastor Terry Crist will officiate the service on Thursday, September 25, 2014, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the service at the Morgan County Crematory, Mooresville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Morgan County, 690 W. Mitchell Avenue, Martinsville, IN 46151 or to Saints Francis & Clare Catholic School, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood, IN 46143. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory, view Karen’s memorial video, or to sign the online guest registry.
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Heather, Chris and Family, I am so very sorry for you loss. Karen was a delight to work with, I treasure the memories. Many hearts are breaking for you as her work family learns of the loss. Praying for you and your family. Shirley & Dave Bishop
Heather & Family: So very sorry to hear of your loss. No words can remove the pain & loss but please know you are in our thoughts. Nancy Meyers
Heather and Family, I was so saddenned to hear of your mom’s passing this evening. She was a wonderful neighbor and such a sweet lady. My childhood memories and growing up on Merriman road will always include her–waving and saying hi from across the street or coming over to chat. Sending prayers your way as you go through this difficult time. Christina Kallai
Chris, Heather and Family, Bittersweet… Judy Pharis Meyer
To the family and friends of Karen, It is with a very heavy heart that I received the news of Karen’s passing today. I was lucky enough to work with Karen at IU Health for several years – up through her retirement. She was always such a bright, shining light at work, and as long as I live, I will never forget her laugh, her beaming smile, how much she loved to decorate our office top to bottom for Christmas, or how much fun she was to have around. She always talked about how much she loved her grandbabies and her family. I will miss Karen (aka ‘Trouble’) and want to relay my condolences to the family and friends she loved so much.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories growing up 2 doors down from the Guthries’. My prayers are with all of Karen’s family and friends.
Thanks Sherri. Those were some great times growing up.
I Have Lots Of Memories Of Our Highschool Days. Karen And Howard Was My Classmates And My Best Friends. So Sorry For The Loss , But I Will See Karen In Heaven. May God Bless The Family.
Danny, Thanks for coming to the service. Chris and I enjoyed meeting you.
Heather, sorry to hear about your mom. We will keep in you in our thoughts and prayer. Luv ya Jimmy and Susan
Thanks Jimmy. We miss her dearly!
Heather and Family, I have known Karen since 1980. I worked and rode to work with her everyday for years. I recently tried to find her on Facebook and to my astonishment I found out she has passed. I am so shocked by the news. Karen always had a place in my heart even though I haven’t seen her for a very long time. I thought about her often and can still hear her laugh and see her smile. My prayers are with you and your family and my heart breaks for your loss. I have posted a picture that someone took of Karen and you, Heather at my wedding in 1984. God Bless! Laura Forler Lane
1984 Laura Forler Lanes wedding