Karen Gillig

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KAREN M. GILLIG

Karen M. Gillig, 68, Kansas City, MO, passed away February 19, 2011.  Visitation will be held 6-7:30 p.m., Thursday, February 24, 2011 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, Raytown, MO.  Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2011 at Blue Ridge United Methodist Church.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge United Methodist Church. Karen was born October 15, 1942 in Hermann, MO.  She received her associate’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She was a member of Blue Ridge UMC and was a long-time member of the church’s choir.  She retired from Bob Easley CPA after 30 years.  Karen was an avid reader who enjoyed books.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Julius & Eunice Graff, Hermann, MO.  Survivors include son & daughter-in-law, Mitch & Tiffany Gillig, Blue Springs, MO; daughter & son- in-law, Tom & Jill Gorman, Pittsburg, KS; grandchildren: Jack & Lauren Gillig & Clare, Alex, Connor, Annabelle, Gianna Gorman; sister & brother-in-law, Jerry & Donna Carey, Blue Springs, MO.  (Arr. Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 816-313-1677)

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  1. Kelly Klim on February 22, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    I smile when I think of Karen. She was always so nice to talk to. I will fondly remember Karen not only as Mitch’s mom, but as the lady who made the best snickerdoodle cookies ever!! She was a wonderful lady and will be dearly missed. My heart and tears go out to her entire family.



  2. Sam and Cyndy Fisher on February 22, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    So sad to hear of Karen’s death. She was a dear, sweet lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with Mitch and Jill and their families.



  3. Sam and Cyndy Fisher on February 22, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    So sad to hear of Karen’s death. She was a dear, sweet lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with Mitch and Jill and their families.



  4. Angela Lewis on February 22, 2011 at 10:16 pm

    Jill,
    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you.
    Angela Lewis



  5. Ron and Linda Brown on February 23, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Deepest sympathy. We were so sorry to hear about Karen’s passing. We remember the fun times and her smile when we were in Columbia.
    Ron and Linda Brown



  6. Micah Townsend on February 23, 2011 at 7:41 am

    My heart aches for the loss of Karen. It truly is a great loss for all of us. I will remember her warm personality and cookies forever.



  7. Kris Melcher on February 23, 2011 at 8:04 am

    Jill, I am so sorry to hear about your mom–she was a class act, and I loved spending time with both of you in the early days when I’d come to KC. I’m terribly sorry I will be out of the country until Sunday; I wish I could be there for the visitation and funeral. Thinking of you and your family, and please let me know if there is anything I can do.
    Kris



  8. David and Patty Gorman on February 23, 2011 at 8:42 am

    David and I want you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We had only met Karen a few times but could see that she was a kind and wonderful person. May God bless all of you.



  9. Donna Schlimm on February 23, 2011 at 12:34 pm

    Dear Jill, Mitch and families, What a shock to learn of your mom’s unexpected passing. I’m her cousin who lives in Germany. Karen was one of the kindest people on the planet and I’m sure many people will cherish their memories of her. I was thrilled to be the flower girl at her wedding many years ago and am very thankful that I was able to visit with her in KC this past summer. You are in our thoughts. Donna and family



  10. Curt & Sandy Z on February 23, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    Donna, Jerry & family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and care are sent your way. May your fondest memories and your faith carry you at this time.



  11. Marcia Sue Hawk on February 23, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    Karen was a good friend of mine for 40 plus years, and I am saddened to lose someone who was always there for others, was very kind, and never had a bad thing to say about anyone. I will miss her very much. Rest in peace, Karen. Love,
    Marcia



  12. Joe and Linda Casebolt on February 23, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    We are so sorry. We thought so much of Karen.



  13. Tim and Nancy Collura on February 24, 2011 at 8:35 am

    Karen was one of the best and loyal friends I ever had.My daughter lisa sent many happy hours at her house playing with Jill. When I broke my leg, she came over every day and brought me lunch. She was a caring person whom you could count on in time of need.



  14. Joel and Linda Lawson on February 24, 2011 at 10:21 am

    Joel and I are both so sorry to hear of Karen’s passing. She was a special lady, always with a sweet smile and happy attitude. Our sympathies go out to Mitch and Jill and their families. She will be missed.



  15. Gary & Carolyn Turner on February 24, 2011 at 12:05 pm

    Mitch and Jill: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Karen was a special lady – good friend and fun fun fun bridge partner. We’ll all miss her.



  16. Dawn Scheidegger-Jones on February 24, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Karens passing. Unfortunately I did not know her very well. Karen is cousin to my mother, Diane Heidbreder-Scheidegger. I heard of her passing from Kay and I feel her pain. Your whole family will be in my prayers.



  17. Betty Sproul Shell on February 24, 2011 at 12:52 pm

    The cliche’ “BFF” best friends forever is what I am feeling. Karen was my true friend through our highs and our lows. I could count on her to be there in every way. I will miss her kindness, her smiles, her laughs, her truthfulness, and her lightheartedness. You never want to lose a friend like Karen. Betty



  18. George & Mary Cunningham on February 24, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    Thinking of you during these difficult times.



  19. Kay Robertson on February 24, 2011 at 5:18 pm

    So sorry to hear about Karen. Also enjoyed spending time with her when we were in Columbia. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family.



  20. Gary and Cheryl Hanson on February 24, 2011 at 8:49 pm

    Our hearts go out to Karen’s loved ones and friends in the untimely death of one so dear to us all. Karen leaves a vacancy in our hearts that can never be filled. We are sorry that we are far away at this most difficult time.



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