Karen Anlauf Obituary

Our beloved wife, mother, sister and friend passed away peacefully at home early Saturday morning with her family by her side. She will be deeply missed. Karen was born November 20, 1947 in Bonne Terre, Missouri. She moved to Twin Falls, Idaho in 1959 and later moved to Boise in 1980 where she raised her family. Karen worked for Dr. Michael J. Coughlin for 20 years. It was impossible not to love Karen. She was known for her beautiful smile and warm embrace. She had unwavering optimism and her joy for life was contagious. Karen cherished her family and friends. She was married to the love of her life for a blissful 44 years. She had an exceptional bond with her two daughters and was more than a mother; she was their most cherished confidant. Karen also had a very special tenderness for her sister and best friend Jan. She made the world a more beautiful place and thoroughly enriched the lives of everyone she knew. Karen had a strong faith in God and that faith provided her great comfort. Her existence in this world was profound and unparalleled and her memory will live on with those lucky enough to know and love her. Karen is survived by her husband Dennis Anlauf, daughters Kara Anlauf and Dana Anlauf Miller and her husband Dustin Miller, sister Janet Ridlen, brother Kenneth Robinson, parents Osmond and Ruby Robinson and numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends. A memorial service for Karen will be held Thursday, October 29th at the Cloverdale Church of God in Boise at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society and/or the MS Society.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Oct. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Karen Anlauf

11 Entries

DeeDee Schwartz

October 14, 2010

Can't believe it has almost been a year! I think of Karen and her family frequently. I hope you are all doing okay.

Jeana (Cooper) Graff

November 8, 2009

Karen was like a second mother to me as a child, and I will forever remember her as such. Dennis, Kara, and Dana...you are in my prayers! What an honor to have known such a wonderful, and sweet person.

October 31, 2009

Denny and family, I am so sorry for your for your loss. I was able to
meet Karen when you came to visit years ago. She was a wonderful
person. She is with the lord now and feeling no pain.

Susan Luke Butcher and Joe ( Lee" Summit Mo)

October 29, 2009

Dear Denny and family, Karen will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. We cherish the memories of growing up together in Twin Falls. Our prayers are with you. Joyce Earl (Kimberly, ID)

Corlis Kent

October 29, 2009

Dennis and girls,

Words can not even tell how sorry I am in the loss of Karen. As you know our group will also have a large void with out her laughter and kind heart. Karen was a classy lady, she will be in my heart forever.

Corlis Kent

Barbara Groves

October 28, 2009

Denny and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We never were able to meet Karen but we know that she had to be a wonderful person if you chose her to be your wife. We have lost contact with you and your family but please know that our prayers are with you. All my love your cousin Barbara Luke Groves.

Jana and David Allan

October 27, 2009

Dear Dennis, Karen was a sweetheart and we were blessed to have had her in our lives. She will be missed greatly by one and all! Always remember all the beautiful things about her and your hearts will be full! Fond memories, Jana and Dave Allan.

Ryan & Kari Pauley

October 27, 2009

Dennis, Kara, Dana and D -

We're so sorry for your loss. Karen was a very special woman and it was such a pleasure knowing her. Although she has left us for a better place, she will live on in our hearts and memories forever.

Much Love,

Mary McCollum

October 27, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Vonnie Cegnar

October 27, 2009

Dear Dennis, Kara and Dana,
Karen was indeed a wonderful, beautiful friend to so many and I have been blessed to have had her in my life for well over 20 years.
She had such pride and love for each of you and always shared the accomplishments and joy that you brought to her life.
She also was an amazing Bunco winner and I will forever miss her smile and delight everytime she took home the Bunco Prize, (Which was quite often) She will be deeply missed by the "Bunco Babes."

Her courage and strength during her illness was a constant reminder of her strong faith and relience upon her Heavenly Father.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Chuck & Mary McCollum

October 27, 2009

Hi Dennis: We live in Nevada now but we lived down the street from you several years ago on Silver Spur. Our son, Billy, went to be with the Lord on 09/27/04. He was 41 and had Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. I know you will miss Karen as we miss our Billy. We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you all at this time of sorrow.

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