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Karen Rae Mortenson

May 17, 1942 - August 21, 2025
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Friday 8/29, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Highland Memorial Park
14875 West Greenfield Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Friday 8/29, 1:45 pm

**Committal service.

Memorial

In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to Juvenile Diabetes, Arthritis Foundation, and the American Cancer Society.

Karen Mortenson passed away peacefully at the age of 83 at Zilber Hospice on August 21st, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Lee Mortenson. Dear mother of Terri (Francis) Griffin, Gary (Joal) Mortenson, Kevin (Jessica) Mortenson, and Lisa (Dan Besler) Peterke. Cherished grandma of Sam, Adam, Amanda, Jesse, Cooper, and Rilee. Proud GG of Griffin,Continue Reading

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Gerard & Mary left a message on August 22, 2025:
With deepest sympathy, Gerard & Mary
Caroline MxClintock left a message on August 30, 2025:
Sending heartfelt sympathy and strength to the family of Karen Mortenson.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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CONDOLENCES TO THE MORTENSON FAMILY
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To the family of my special friend KarenYou are in my thoughts and prayersDee Baker
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Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Anonymous left a message on August 28, 2025:
All our sympathy, Shawn and Frances Erwin
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The Gilliams left a message on August 25, 2025:
Lisa, Jesse & Family,Deepest sympathies to you all. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Laurie Bunzel left a message on August 24, 2025:
Lisa and family I am so sorry for the loss of your mom.
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Love, Gordie and Darlene Friedrich left a message on August 22, 2025:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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