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Karen Kay Phipps (Johnson)
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Karen Phipps (Johnson) Obituary
Karen was a devoted Christian and dedicated mother. She loved her entire family deeply and was a caring and warm person who loved to smile. Karen was born in Kansas City, Kansas to Carl and Francis Johnson. She is preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents Carl, Sr. and Hazel Johnson, and grandparents Lloyd and Cordie Anderson.
Karen was a graduate of Shawnee Mission North High School, class of 1960, and Kansas City Kansas Jr. College. Karen enjoyed a 36-year career as an administrative assistant with AON, Int. She was a proud member of Beta Sigma Phi for over 20 years and loved to support her community. Karen was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, and All Saints Lutheran Church. In 2001, she joined Trinity Lutheran Church where she became a Stephen Minister. After retirement she worked in the church office.
Karen is survived by her son, Steven Phipps and cousins in Kansas City, KS, Lawrence, KS, Linwood, KS, Cary, NC, Savannah, TN, and Memphis, TN
A visitation will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church on Saturday March 11th at 10:00 AM with a celebration of life service immediately following at 11:00 AM. Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 5601 W 62nd St, Mission, KS (Shawnee Mission Pkwy and Nall)
Donations in Lieu of flowers to the Alzheimer's Association. www.alz.org - (800) 272-3900
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Jeanne Ozias
November 7, 2024
Steve, I just now found the answer as to why I could not find your mother and why my cards came back . This is the first time that I got a reply on a search . I wish you would have called me as you know Karen and I were such good friends . All the great times we had over the years with Mary Lou and the fun I had with them after leaving Alexander & Alexander . I´m sorry for your loss and hope you are doing good . Jeanne Ozias
Laura J White
October 5, 2023
I've been wondering quite a bit about you Karen (KK) & ...... now I have found you here; sad to read & know now & you are in Heaven now with Uncle Carl, Aunt Frankie, Grandma MiMi, Grandpa Leroy & all, Marilyn as well. Always Laura J. (Ladybug).
Carol Jackson
July 31, 2023
Steve- I´m so sorry to hear this. We had been trying to contact your mom to tell her mom and dad died this past year and we couldn´t reach her. Now we know why. My heart goes out to you, she was too young.
Love
Carol Jackson
(Ken and Kathy Jackson´s daughter)
Linda Walker
April 16, 2023
Steve, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I had no idea. She was a dear sweet lady. I enjoyed working with her at Aon . Prayers to you and your family. Fly high with the angels dear friend.
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Carol Heese
March 17, 2023
Steve, I am very sorry that I did not know of your mother's passing until today. She worked with me for many years and was a dear friend. I have been trying to locate her for some time. My prayers are with with you.
Kathy Nichols
March 10, 2023
I have many fond memories of Karen, we met over sixty years ago at church and became very dear friends. She was my maid of honor at my wedding, very special memory! She was a strong Christian woman, very kind and caring. I love her and I will miss her, she was a blessing to me!
Karen Woods
March 6, 2023
Karen and I have been friends since Junior High School. She was known for her bubbly personality, charming smile, and willingness to help whenever needed.
Heaven is blessed with one more Angel.
Richard Payton
March 6, 2023
Will always remember Kay K´s smile and warm heart. She was an inspiration.
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