Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Friday, November 6th, 2026.
Beloved wife of the late James S. Silsby; dear stepmother of Kevin (Theresa) Silsby and Kim (Laurent Lambert) Silsby; cherished daughter of the late Stephan and Wilma Karadja; loving sister of Marsha (the late John) Hallahan, Wilma (the late Dr. Stephen) Lillard, Stephanie (Mark) Dragovich, Barbara (Joseph) Sanginiti, Steve (Suzanne) Karadja, and Jeffery Karadja; dear grandmother and aunt and great aunt to many.
Karen was a deeply motivated person and had 3 ambitions: nun, teacher, and flight attendant. She was very proud to have achieved all three. She was known for being very active within the community and spent much of her time volunteering at the St. Louis Symphony.
In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred or donations made to Canine Companions.
SERVICES: Visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Monday, November 23rd from 4:00 – 8:00 PM.
Funeral Mass will be held at Christ, Prince of Peace Church (415 Weidman Rd., 63011) on Tuesday, November 24th at 9:30 AM . Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.