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Karen Watson Obituary
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Karen had warmth about her that was felt by so many. She was incredibly thoughtful, making the simplest things special for others. Every meal, moment, gift, or trinket was filled with her imprint. Her hugs a blanket full of love. Karen will be most remembered for her endless love for others and the mother she has been to her children and grandchildren. Her heart felt deep, her love was undeniable, and she loved nothing more than being surrounded by her family. She will be remembered with every day that passes, every celebration she will be with us, and her love reflected in us all forever.
Karen is survived by her children: Kristine (Michael) Byrnes of Jamestown, David (Melissa) Watson of Hudsonville, Jeremy (Erin) Watson of Hudsonville and Jennifer (Jason) Kitchen of Byron Center; eight grandchildren Travis (Dezarae) Byrnes, Rachel (Zach) Derylo, Hannah Watson, Adrienne Watson and fiancé Max Meyer, Jack Watson, Kennedy Watson, Samantha Kitchen, Mitchell Kitchen and two great grandchildren, Claire Byrnes and Brynn Byrnes; sister Cheryl Zawilinski, and many nieces and nephews.
Karen was preceded in death by her brothers: Jerry Wilson on December 21, 2019 and Richard Wilson on November 10, 1999.
Funeral services for Karen will be held on Tuesday, October 28, at 11:00 A.M. at Rush Creek Bible Church, 2334 76th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, from 4 to 7 P.M. at VanderLaan Funeral Home and on Tuesday from 10 to 11 A.M. at Rush Creek Bible Church.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
27
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
VanderLaan Funeral Home
4917 32nd Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426
Send FlowersOct
28
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Rush Creek Bible Church
2334 76th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Send FlowersOct
28
Services provided by
VanderLaan Funeral Home - HudsonvilleOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.