Karen Kollmann
d. March 4, 2023
Karen Kollmann, age 61, of Greenview, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
She was born August 27, 1961 in Watseka, Illinois, the daughter of John and Virginia (Washington) Harry.
Karen married Kendall Kollmann on October 11, 1980 at St. Peters Lutheran Church in Crescent City, Illinois.
Mourning her passing are her husband, Kendall; children, Thomas Kollmann, Amanda Kollmann, and Paul (wife Lauren) Kollmann; two granddaughters, Emma and Adison; soon-to-be grandson, Oliver; mother, Virginia Harry; sister, Karla (husband Kavin) Sampson; mother-in-law, Velora Kollmann; brother-in-law, Randy (wife Rhonda) Kollmann and their children.
She was preceded in death by her father, John.
Karen graduated from Crescent Iroquois High School in 1979, where she met her high school sweetheart, Kendall.
Karen was a home daycare provider while she raised her three children. She then worked as a bookkeeper at LPS Express in Athens and Menard County Farm Bureau. Most recently she enjoyed working part-time at Cracker Barrel in Lincoln.
Karen was fully devoted to her family. She loved spending time with her husband and children, spoiling her two granddaughters, and looking forward to meeting her grandson.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Greenview Christian Church. Family will greet friends from 10:00 AM until time of memorial ceremony at 11:30 AM.
Cremation rites will be accorded.
Memorial contributions can be made to Greenview Christian Church or Menard County EMS.
Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family. On-line condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.
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Posted March 6th, 2023 at 8:11 pm
Amanda I am very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was the sweetest lady! She always had a smile on her face and welcomed me like family! Thinking of you at this difficult time!
Posted March 6th, 2023 at 9:08 pm
Karen was an amazing women who will be missed, everytime we talked she shared stories about her family and how much she loved him. She will be missed! So sorry for your family loss.
Posted March 6th, 2023 at 10:53 pm
Karla,
My deepest condolences to you and to your family at the death of your sister. My heart goes out to you all.
Nancy Koets
Posted March 7th, 2023 at 6:42 am
Dearest Ken and family, We are terribly sorry to hear of Karen’s death. We have many fond memories of you all. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Posted March 7th, 2023 at 7:39 pm
So incredibly sad to hear this news. I have many great memories with Karen, Ken, and the kids. She was a strong, loving and devoted women.
Posted March 9th, 2023 at 11:41 am
Paul,
Very sorry to hear this news. I have fond memories of our childhood when your mom would watch us. She was always a proud supporter of us in the basketball stands. She will be missed.
My condolences to you, Ken, Tommy and Amanda. May she rest in peace.
-Lucas
Posted March 9th, 2023 at 4:48 pm
I am so sorry to hear this,we all went to Crescent Grade School,fly high Karen,you were so loved
Posted March 10th, 2023 at 9:22 am
Paul, Amanda, and Ken,
My heart absolutely breaks hearing this news. Growing up, you all were my second family, and I have so many fond memories of spending many years at 763 W Van Buren with you. You all were amazing to me when my dad passed away many years ago; I felt so loved and supported staying at your home. I am sending you all hugs from far away, and please know that I will be there tomorrow at services in spirit. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Love, Hol, aka “Weird Woman” <—my signature nickname from Karen, 30 years ago!!!
Posted March 10th, 2023 at 5:42 pm
Kendall and Family,
I am so sad to hear of Karen’s passing, My deepest condolences for all. I have alot of fond memories of both you during our years of school together. I will keep you in my prayers.
Tammy K.
Posted March 11th, 2023 at 8:37 am
There are no words that can describe the feeling of loss that you all are feeling. I am sending nothing but love, prayers, and blessings your way. What a corner stone of the family that will be missing and her physical form but I know that she will be with all of you for the rest of your days. Sending all of my love and condolences to everyone.
Posted March 12th, 2023 at 6:14 pm
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.