Karen Lynn Riney

Karen Lynn Riney obituary, Blue Island, IL

Karen Lynn Riney

Karen Riney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hickey Memorial Chapels - Midlothian on Nov. 4, 2025.

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Karen Lynn Riney age 63 late of Midlothian, IL. Loving mother of Nicholas Riney and Skylar Riney. Beloved daughter of the late Robert and Lois Riney. Dear sister of Craig Riney, Lauren (Michael) Gierman, Susan (Mark) Schreiber, Robert (Tami) Riney, James (Pauline) Riney, Tim Riney and Tom Riney. Devoted aunt of many nieces and nephews. She loved her dogs, loved to camp, travel, play volleyball, bocce ball and soccer. Karen coached volleyball at St. Benedict and St. Christopher schools. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA). Funeral Friday 9:30 AM from the Hickey Memorial Chapel 4201 W. 147th St. Midlothian, IL. To St. Christopher Church/ St. Augustine Parish for Mass at 10:00 AM. Visitation Thursday 3 – 8 PM.

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Hickey Memorial Chapels - Midlothian

4201 West 147th St, Midlothian, IL 60445

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