Karen Sue Whittaker passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022.

She leaves behind 2 children; Derek Hraban and Katie Hraban (Robert Barna), both of Ladysmith, 2 sisters; Lori Whittaker of St Paul MN and Debbie Miller of Ladysmith, 3 grandchildren; Adron, Kylah and Maylee, her beloved feline friend Sophia and many other friends and relatives.

Karen was preceded in death by parents Dick Whittaker, Carol Whittaker Bishop and John Bishop.

Visitation with family and friends will be Tuesday, December 27, 2022 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Nash Jackan Funeral Home in Ladysmith and again from 10:00 -11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 28 with funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Deacon Craig Voldberg officiating.

A lunch will follow the service at the Our Lady of Sorrows School gymnasium.

Private burial to be held at later date.

A complete obituary will be published in the Ladysmith News.