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      Karen S. (nee Warnecke) Taylor, 65, of Jamestown, IL, died Sunday, April 12, 2020, at her residence surrounded by her family.

      Karen was born May 3, 1954, to Sylvester and Irene (nee Merscher) Warnecke, in Highland, IL.

      She enjoyed spending time with friends and family, and especially her grandchildren. Karen never knew a stranger. “Please don’t shed a tear, there is no need. Smile instead, I’m near. I will always be there because I’m an angel now. God Bless You All. Love Ya’s, Karen.” She was very generous and trusting, but especially had a big heart.

      Karen was employed at Highland Machine and Screw for 12 years and at Artex International for 15 years.

      She is survived by her daughters, Nancy (James) Deiters, Breese, IL, and Kristina (Jason) Lobring, Creal Springs, IL; brothers, Robert Warnecke, Highland, IL, Gary (Judy) Warnecke, New Douglas, IL, Duane Warnecke, Highland, IL, Allen Warnecke, Highland, IL; sisters, Judy Schussler, Highland, IL, Sharon Taylor, Highland, IL, Sheryl Chambless, Beckemeyer, IL, Annette (John) Fuhler, Breese, IL, and Donna (Tracy Holeman, fiancé) Warnecke, Glen Carbon, IL; grandchildren, Jamie (fiancé Rob Riggs) Renspurger, Brady Deiters, Jordyn Deiters, Megan Lobring, Evan Lobring; great grandchildren, Harper Riggs, Rylee Riggs; many nieces and nephews; special friend for over 30 years, Mark Hempen, Jamestown, IL,  and life-long best friend, Peggy Romanick.

      She was preceded in death by her parents, Sylvester and Irene Warnecke; brothers, Mark Warnecke, George Warnecke.

      Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois.

      No services at this time.

      Burial at a later date.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

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    1. Stephen Warnecke / April 14, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      Karen May you be walking on streets of gold with your mom and dad with days of nothing but joy ahead of you.
      Till we meet again save me a seat

      Stephen Warnecke

    2. Karen Reinacher / April 14, 2020 at 4:51 pm

      I’m so sorry for your loss. My deepest. Condolences.

    3. Barbara Gnaedinger / April 14, 2020 at 7:54 pm

      My deepest sympathy to all her family and closest friends.

    4. Sharon Head / April 14, 2020 at 8:26 pm

      Rest In Peace dear friend! I picture you rushing into Jesus’ arms without pain! You will be sadly missed by many! Until we meet again!

    5. Judith wiesemeyer / April 14, 2020 at 8:34 pm

      So sorry for your loss it’s been a long while since I seen her and all of you guys. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

    6. Christy Santiago nee Warnecke / April 14, 2020 at 8:35 pm

      Karen,

      There was a hole in our hearts the second you departed. I pray you are learning how to use those wings! I am thrilled that you have reunited with your parents, brothers, Dewey and George, and other ancestors and friends that preceded you through heaven’s gate. I would imagine you are all rejoicing and celebrating being together again. Until we meet again, sweet cousin, keep that reunion party going! Love you so much <3

    7. Deb Gruenenfelder / April 14, 2020 at 10:43 pm

      So sorry to hear of your families loss. You are all in my prayers that you find strength and comfort in each other. God bless.

    8. Laurie Nordike / April 15, 2020 at 8:02 am

      So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for her family.

    9. Rick & Suzanne Rode / April 15, 2020 at 9:11 am

      We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Karen (Tiny) was ALWAYS so sweet to us and we will miss her a lot. God definitely gained an Angel. Love you all.

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