Karen Mykleby

1968 - 2019

Karen Mykleby obituary, 1968-2019, Lubbock, TX

Karen Mykleby

1968 - 2019

BORN

1968

DIED

2019

Karen Mykleby Obituary

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Lubbock- Karen Mykleby, 50 of Lubbock passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019. She was born September 11, 1968 to Roger and Linda (Johnson) Stephens in Norman, Oklahoma. Karen graduated from Lake County High School in Leadville, Colorado where she was on the ski team. She loved skiing and it led her to Todd. She continued her education at Colorado State University graduating in 1990. She was also a member of Chi Omega Sorority. Karen married her high school sweetheart Todd Mykleby on September 26, 1992 in Beaver Creek, Colorado. She worked as a manager for James Avery for the last seven years. Karen had a zest for life and an adventurous spirit. Her passion was being a momma to her two kids. She was the most selfless woman and was always there with a hug. Karen lived big and loved bigger.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 26 years, Todd and children, Katie Mykleby and Chase Mykleby, all of Lubbock; sister, Kathy Patterson of Bozeman, Montana; parents, Richard and Linda Rodgers of Bozeman, Montana, and two nephews Cole and Brice Patterson.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, O. E. and Josephine Stephens and Rev. Richard C. and Lillian Q. Rodgers. Maternal grandparents, Joseph and Charlotte Best.

A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Venue on Broadway, 2202 Broadway.

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July 19, 2019

Shawn Canale posted to the memorial.

July 17, 2019

Carolyn Young posted to the memorial.

July 16, 2019

Dana Wagnon posted to the memorial.

Shawn Canale

July 19, 2019

We are so very sorry for your family's loss! We will be keeping you, Todd, and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere condolences, Shawn and Laurie Canale

Carolyn Young

July 17, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family, Karen was very kind and sweet every time i went into James Avery

Dana Wagnon

July 16, 2019

Katie, your Mom was so very kind to me and my daughter. Always was so positive and had such a genuine heart. My condolences to you and your family.

Kathy Boyce

July 16, 2019

Todd and the Mykleby family so sorry to hear about Karen she was always a bright light prayers

Lisa Luoma

July 15, 2019

I'm so sad to hear about Karen. Praying for comfort, strength and peace during this difficult time. God Bless Todd, Katie, Chase and all her family and friends.

Laura Cook

July 14, 2019

Love Karen one of the kindest and most real people so full of joy. Love and hugs to the family.

SALLY BEST

July 14, 2019

You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen was such a kind and encouraging lady.

Jamie

July 13, 2019

Heartfelt sympathy for Todd, Katie, Chase and all of Karen's family. Please know that she spent every day thinking, speaking and loving all of you. God Bless you .

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