Karen Ann Pierce (nee Rubanka) – Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at age 61.
Beloved daughter of Agnes “Toots” and the late Franklin Rubanka. Loving wife and best friend of Robert for 35 years. Caring step-mother of Darryl, Kevin, the late Lora, Lynnesha and Reginald. Proud grandma to a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Lawrence (Alessandra) Rubanka and Michael (Denise) Rubanka. Cherished aunt of Benito Rubanka, Michael Jr. (Katie) Rubanka and Hana (Noel) Fuller. Kind sister-in-law of Dennis, Ruth (Lawrence), Mary (Bruce) and Theresa. Preceded in death by sisters-in-law Christine, Patricia and brothers-in-law, James and Eugene. Very special friend of Angie and Milli. Karen will be greatly missed by her fur babies, many other relatives and friends.
Karen was a dedicated nurse providing exceptional care to many. She was a loving volunteer for MD Summer Camps and the Milwaukee Humane Society. Karen enjoyed travel, loved life and people. Karen took care of everything!
The family wishes to thank Dr. Bradley and the Oncology and Palliative Care Teams at Froedtert Hospital for their compassionate care to Karen and the family.
Visitation to be held from 1:00 PM – 2:45 PM, with a service to follow at 3:00 PM at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, Wisconsin on Sunday, March 26, 2023.