Karen Mae Altmann

Female 1962 - 2023  (60 years)


 




Karen Mae Benotch passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16, 2023. She was born on October 21, 1962, the daughter of Karl and Erika Altmann.

Karen was a very personable, humble person, who was most happiest just living a simple life. She enjoyed shooting pool, tossing bean bags, and playing cribbage. Karen loved sitting on the porch or swinging on the swing with her soulmate in the front yard. Karen enjoyed going to Two Rivers and visiting the beach. She loved fishing and was the perfect first mate.

Karen had two passions in life. She loved planting flowers and plants, as well as decorating the lawn with ornaments. Take a ride down Haas Road, where she lived, and see her creations, especially at night. Karen was also passionate about her job. As the bakery manager for the Kaukauna southside Piggly Wiggly. A company that she worked 44 years for. Karen loved her job, but mostly loved her co-workers in the $$ dough business. She was very unselfish and always put her co-workers first.

Karen is survived by her mother, Erika Altman; stepfather, Norb Fuhrman; daughter, Trisha (special friend Josh); son, Erik (Robyn) Benotch; grandchildren, Skyler and McKenna; her son, Robert (special friend Lizz); as well as her two aunts, Gerda and Anne. Karen is further survived by her special friend and soulmate, Thomas Bay, and his son Benjamin Bay.

A special, special thanks to all the staff in the ICU, Room 2011, at St. Elizabeth Hospital for their kindness, understanding, and for their outstanding care and compassion during this trying time. In a world that seems to be dominated by wars, dislikes, and distrust, the treatment provided by all the staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital was a breath of fresh air. The family applauds them for that and greatly thanks you for your professionalism. Thank you, again.

Karen was preceded in death by her father, Karl Altmann, her brother Karl Altmann, and her brother Daniel Altmann.

As per her family’s request, there will be no services for Karen. The O’Connell Funeral Home will assist the family with all needed arrangements. There will also be a celebration of Life for Karen on October 21, 2023, which would have been Karen’s 61st birthday, at Bob’s Inn in Kaukauna, beginning at 4:00 p.m. To sign the guestbook, please visit oconnellfh.com.

Karen believed in “Live, Laugh, Love”. She was genuine and cared about people and nature. There will never be another one like Karen Benotch; she was loved by her family, her co-workers, and by all who knew her. Rest assured, she is now managing the bakery in heaven.

We all love you Karen and will miss your glowing personality and smiling face.

Karen, I was fortunate to spend our final weekend together. We listened to music that we enjoyed together, holding hands, and listening to the Brewers. Finally, Karen, I and my memory was cherished on Sunday with our last time together, touring the yard, looking at all your beautiful flowers, plants, and decorations, walking arm in arm. To the love of my life, Karen. You taught me a lot and you took good care of me, you changed me for the good. Karen Benotch, KB as I would call you, you were the perfect partner. We were and we still are a team. Lastly, to my Honey Bee, I will never, never forget you. I will always be eternally grateful and will always love you forever. My beloved Karen, I will miss our good night kiss that we would have every night. Your “KLR Bee”, soulmate, Tom.


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