Karen Risner

Karen spotted me in high school, and recognized me as her brother. That day, after high school, she introduced me to our mom, Whom I didn't know Existed. True story, that I've never forgotten.

On behalf of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, the Order offers its deepest condolences and is proud of a life well lived by Colonel Risner. Sherry Crose, Executive Director Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

Karen's family, I loved Karen deeply (as did hundreds of people). We had been Ems buddies since 1985 and quilting buddies also. "Honey" will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Julie Dettwiller

Karen was the best, loved large and loved by many within family and some she never gave up on. I´m sorry it´s been so long that I have not seen her but I will always felt her love. So sorry to her family and Bob. Sending hugs and prayers to all.

Goodbye Sis. You were always good to me. I'm sorry we haven't seen each other lately.

So many wonderful & funny memories & great laughter through the years with this wonderful lady, I will always remember & be grateful the day she took me under her wing in that old Portsmouth Ambulance Wheelchair truck & taught me the ropes of the job, I never heard her talk ill about anyone, unless you stepped on her toes, then she would give you a mouthful of her opinion, LOL!! Which you usually deserved to hear, LOL!!! She was always a great & wonderful friend to all that crossed paths with...

Karen, I was floored when I found out about your passing. You're going to be missed by so many. Going to miss our catch up phone calls....and so much more. I know you're catching up with friends and family in heaven. Going to miss you cousin, more than you know. XOXO. Till we meet again, Love you, Nita Slous Brack

Karen was such a sweet neighbor, friend and family to all that knew her. She was happy and fun to be around and always thought of others first anytime they needed her. As a member of a quilt guild that we had in Wheelersburg, we laughed and learned how to quilt and even danced to rock and roll at our quilt camp we attended. Her children and grandchildren was the love of her life. I will miss Karen and her laughter...Rest in Peace Karen. Condolences to her family.