Karen Ann Wagener passed away peacefully on Monday, July 15, 2024 at St. Andrew’s at Francis Place, Eureka, MO. She was born on September 12, 1951 and lived her entire life in St. Louis. Karen was a 1969 graduate of St. John the Baptist High School, St. Louis.
Karen was the oldest child of the late Russell and Mary Ann (Harlow) Wagener. She was the sister is Sandra (Wagener) Hunter of Mesa, AZ, and the late Anthony Wagener. Karen is survived by her devoted niece, Katie (Wagener) Lohmeyer and her husband Andrew and their daughter Adelyn of Wildwood, MO. Karen’s dear friend Joanne Gaffney, passed away in July 2016. Our dear aunt, great aunt, cousin and friend.
Karen worked her entire 40 year career as a Registered Nurse at various local hospitals. She had decided to retire in 2012 from SSM Health- St Mary’s Hospital. For over 20 years she enjoyed her weekends at her cabin in the Lake Timberline area. She also enjoyed cooking, dabbling in arts and gardening.
Cremation services are being handled by Kutis Affton Chapel (10151 Gravois Rd 63123). Karen’s wishes will be honored having no services. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Humane Society of Missouri, or the American Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
May she Rest in the Lord’s Peace, cousin Jean Harlow
My deepest sympathies and prayers with love,
I worked with Karen at Lutheran Hospital .She was a mentor and a fantastic nurse. Resting peace Karen!