Karen Knuteson

Karen Knuteson obituary, Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Karen Knuteson

Karen Knuteson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ritchay Funeral Home - Wisconsin Rapids on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Karen Knuteson, age 65, passed away July 24, 2025. She was born on September 20, 1959 to Eugene and Doris Knuteson in Wisconsin Rapids.
Karen is preceded in death by her son, Knute Knuteson; parents, Eugene and Doris Knuteson; brothers, Robert and David (Georgia) Knuteson; infant sister, Carol, and sister Lauri (Greg) Kester; and beloved dog, Honey.
Karen is survived by her sister, Jodie Knuteson, twin sister Kathy Knuteson; brothers Kelly, Karl (Dawn), and Ronald Knuteson; and grandsons, Wezley, Eugene, and Tyadan Stebel. She is further survived by many nieces and nephews.
Per Karen's wishes, there will be no services.
Special thanks to Riverview Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital in Madison, WI for the excellent care she received.
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