Karen S. Blunk

Karen S. Blunk, age 83 of Portage passed away June 27, 2025. She was born on December 10, 1941, in Martinsville, Illinois to the late Estell and Edna Blunk. Karen worked in accounts payable at the University of Chicago. 

She is survived by one brother, Kenneth (Rene) Murga; several nieces and nephews; and many loving friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Estell and Edna Blunk; sister, Joyce Keller; and brothers, Bill and Harry Blunk.

Per Karen’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation was entrusted to Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave., Portage. For more information, please call (219) 762-3013. Online condolences may be shared with the family at reesfuneralhomes.com.