Barbara's obituary
Barbara Karels, 73, of Yerington, NV, passed away on November 24, 2023 after a battle with Cancer.
Barbara was born on September 20, 1950 to William and Eileen Beamer, Colorado. After graduating from Bella Vista High School. She met John Kranich and they were married for 19 years, going on to have 2 children, Toria and Trish.
When Barbara had Toria, she decided to dedicate her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother. Barbara excelled at propping up friends and family and supporting them through the many passions and difficulties of their lives, she made it her mission to improve the lives of others. Barbara went on to marry Gale Karels in 2007, they lived in Yerington Nevada together until Gail passed away in 2012.
Barbara is survived by daughters Toria Kaufman and Trish Kranich, grandchildren Kathryn Kaufman and Demosthenes Kaufman, her brother William Beamer, nieces and nephews Dean Beamer (Wife Janette Beamer), Keith Beamer, Niko Hall, Kima Hall, Kali Carlson and Kobi Hall.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Gale Karels, her sister Becky Jackson and sister-in-law Shirly Beamer.
Celebration of Barbara's life will be held in March of 2024.
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Hi Toria and Trish, I'm so sorry to see that your mom has passed. You have some great memories.
Jan Stephens
Hi Toria and Trish, I'm so sorry to see that your mom has passed. You have some great memories.
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Hi Toria and Trish, I'm so sorry to see that your mom has passed…
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