Karen Sue Hildreth

Karen Sue Hildreth obituary, Ankeny, IA

Karen Sue Hildreth

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5

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Memorial Services of Iowa

4208 North Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023

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Karen Hildreth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Memorial Services of Iowa at Ankeny Memorial (MSI) on Aug. 28, 2025.

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Karen S. Hildreth, 89, passed away August 25, 2025.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Memorial Services of Iowa (4208 N. Ankeny Blvd). A private graveside service will take place at Ankeny Memorial Gardens.
Karen is survived by her children, Tracey Hildreth, Bryan Hildreth, Tammara Torode, and Melissa Craighton; and many other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salem United Church of Christ in Alleman or Kennybrook Village Long Term Care Unit in Grimes.
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Upcoming Events

Sep

5

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Memorial Services of Iowa

4208 North Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023

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