Karen "Karie" Dynan

Karen "Karie" Dynan obituary, Fergus Falls, MN

Karen "Karie" Dynan

Karen "Karie" Dynan Obituary

Visit the Olson Funeral & Cremation website to view the full obituary.

Karen "Karie" Dynan, 58, of rural Underwood, died Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her residence.

Karen Elizabeth Johnson was born December 14, 1966 to William and Bernice (Roles) Johnson. She attended Elk River High School, graduating in 1985.

On October 19, 1991 Karie married Bryan Dynan in Elk River, MN.

She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, fishing, and spending time with family. She worked as a Para at the Underwood School.

Karie is survived by her husband, Bryan Dynan; her children, Matt, Katie, Bill, and Chris; her grandchildren, Evie and Miles; siblings, Kathy (John), Rick, and Julie; mother-in-law, Linda Dynan; brother and sister-in-law, John and Sarah Dynan, and nieces and nephews.

Celebration of Life: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Dynan residence, 29921 West Lost Lake Drive Underwood, MN 56586.


Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Olson Funeral & Cremation

711 Pebble Lake Road, Fergus Falls, MN 56537

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