Karen Veronica Colleran (Mather)
Karen Veronica Colleran (Mather)
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Karen Colleran (Mather) Obituary
Preceded in death by parents Alfred and Gertrude Mather, sisters Pat Cerisier, Arlene DuChene, Sandy Miezwa, and children's father Bernie Colleran. Survived by daughter Andrea (Chris), son Ned, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a vast global network of friends.
Karen was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was a proud graduate of North High School, where she was a co-captain of the Polarette's and a member of the Capri's. She was a Flight Attendant for United Airlines and retired after 52 years.
Karen was a devoted Catholic with a vivacious love for life and had a prolific memory for birthdays. She loved entertaining in Chicago and at her summer home in Buffalo, Minnesota. Her passions included reading, traveling, playing card games, and classical music. She was notably an avid Chicago Cubs fan.
Corky always said, "I'll live while I'm alive, I'll sleep when I'm dead." Her soul is "Flying the Friendly Skies." Corky will 4ever be in our hearts
Mass of Christian burial on Tuesday, August 12th, 2025, at 11am at the Church of The Ascension in Minneapolis. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Luncheon to follow. Interment will be held at Calgary Catholic Cemetery in Evanston, IL at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials preferred to Ascension Catholic Church in Minneapolis, MN.
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Lori Berkowitz
September 14, 2025
Mrs. C. Thank you so much for your kindness through the years. Your sunny disposition always put a smile on my face. May your light and love shine brightly through the many lives you´ve touched. Sending my love and prayers to Andrea and Ned. I know you are looking down on them with smiles and all the love in the universe.
Felice Clark
August 23, 2025
Your mother was such a sweet, kind woman, and I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers your way.
Nancy
August 16, 2025
Karen lived life, always a welcoming smile and kind word. The Cubs lost a great fan. She´s probably talking about them with Ryno.
Sharon Carlson
August 15, 2025
We sure miss our dear, dear friend and neighbor, Karen. She was always
positive and supportive.
Karen was a terrific neighbor and narrator concerning Imperial Towers in Chicago. She'd lived here for over thirty years, and she was so friendly and helpful when my husband, Richard, and I moved to our condo.
In fact, Karen told me that my condo had been hers for many years, and since she'd sold it, she'd lived across the hall for the past several years.
Thank you, Karen for your loving friendship and exuberant reception
of all my sisters and visitors.
Sharon
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Shari McNitt
August 12, 2025
We will miss Karen's cheerful personality, smile, chats, and hearing classical music come from her cabin in the summertime. We were blessed to call her neighbor and friend! We are sad we can not make the service today. Andrea and Ned, you are in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. Rest in peace Karen. You will be missed! Your Buffalo Neighbors, Mark, Shari, and Michael
Betty (lady cleaning)
August 11, 2025
Rest in Peace Ms. Karen I will miss you. Thank you for everything ever.Betty
Roberta Washburn
August 11, 2025
Karen always had a smile and a ready wit - all the years of so many parties and mutual friends and special celebrations - It was a wonderful journey my friend - I know you're safe in the arms of your heavenly Father and until we see each other again...Cheers and love. Roberta
Lori Polman
August 10, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Andrea and Ned. Your mother was a wonderful neighbor and a wonderful friend to our family.
Charolette Lill
August 9, 2025
The Chicago St Patrick´s parade and celebration will not be the same. Sorry we never had that next cup of coffee, so holding close some old memories of parties at the Luxes.
Pati Mazzeffi
August 9, 2025
A wonderful lady, always encouraging, always smiling. She will be greatly
missed
Carolyn
August 9, 2025
Karen, you were always kind and great fun! I´m sure you´re still having fun, just in another location. I´m praying for you and your family.
Sharon Carlson
August 9, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mary Krasky
August 9, 2025
Andrea and Ned, you have my deepest condolences for the loss of your mom. She was a joy to be around and will be dearly missed. All my love to you and your families.
Teri Cerisier Eidem
August 8, 2025
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