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In memory of
Karen "Lady K" Louis
January 4, 1958 - September 21, 2024
Jan 4, 1958 - Sep 21, 2024
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$1,805.00
Raised by 12 people
Updates
Update from Sept. 24, 2024
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Obituary
Karen Louise (Holiway) Louis, beloved mother and community advocate, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on January 4, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Major and Supreen Holiway, Karen was the middle child of five siblings. From a young age, she was known for her quiet nature and love of reading—a passion that stayed with her throughout her life.
Karen graduated from Paseo High School in 1976 and …
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Memories & condolences
Our beautiful sister-in-law, rest in peace. 🙏🏾 As much as we loved you, God loved you best. We thank God for allowin…
Our beautiful sister-in-law, rest in peace. 🙏🏾 As much as we loved you, God loved you best. We t…
Our beautiful sister-in-law, rest in peace. 🙏🏾 As much as we l…
Our condolences to Karen's family.
Karen valued pouring out her life to take care of others which included our son Ryan…
Our condolences to Karen's family.
Karen valued pouring out her life to take care of others which i…
Our condolences to Karen's family.
Karen valued pouring out her …
My condolences to Khalila Vanessa and family may she R.I.P
My condolences to Khalila Vanessa and family may she R.I.P
My condolences to Khalila Vanessa and family may she R.I.P
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Favorites
What was Karen's favorite color?
Purple
Purple
Purple
What were Karen's favorite ways to spend free time?
Helping the homeless, supporting and caring for the youth, drumming (African), laugh…
Helping the homeless, supporting and caring for the youth, drumming (African), laughing with f…
Helping the homeless, supporting and caring for the youth, drumming (African), laughing with friends and family
What were Karen's favorite sports teams?
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs
What were Karen's favorite songs or musical artists?
All things Motown and gospel
All things Motown and gospel
All things Motown and gospel
Timeline
Born
January 4th, 1958
Graduated from high school
1976
Paseo High School, Kansas City
Got married to Byron Louis
June 3rd, 1978
Kansas City, MO
Survived by
Khalilah Louis Caines
Daughter
Vanessa Louis-Woolley
Daughter
Denise Holiway
Sister
Paul Holiway
Brother
Nieces + Nephews
Family
Extended Family
Family
Gregory Louis
Brother-in-law
Julian La Cour
Cousin
Elliot Price
Nephew
Briana Holiway
Niece
Vanessa Fulcher
Niece
Predeceased by
Byron Louis
Ex-husband, 1956-2020
Supreen Holiway
Mother
Major Holiway
Father
David Holiway
Brother
Michael Holiway
Brother
Nieces + Nephews
Family
Extended Family
Family
Other people in Karen's community
& others who may be privately subscribed to this website.
Other key details
Method of disposition
Burial
Funeral services provided by
Fairmount Mortuary, Cemetery & Cremation Services
Hospice care provided by
The Denver Hospice
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to The Denver Hospice.
$1,805.00
Raised by 12 people
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Vanessa Louis-Woolley (Karen's daughter) and
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