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Karen Ann Couves passed away on September 6, 2025, on the descent of hiking Mount Kilimanjaro. It was only fitting that the most badass woman and mother accomplished her 30-year goal of summiting the tallest mountain in Africa before her peaceful and early departure at the age of 57.

Long before she hiked one of the Seven Summits, Karen was born to Jim and Romy Wright in Prague, Czech Republic. Her childhood brought her all …

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I’m so sorry for your loss. Karen was such a beautiful person and a wonderful friend. I will miss her  dearly! 
I’m so sorry for your loss. Karen was such a beautiful person and a wonderful friend. I will miss h…
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Born

1967
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Passed away

September 6th, 2025
Ames, IA

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