Karen Irene Trappe

CROSS PLAINS-Karen Trappe, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, May 25th, 2016 at her home.  She was born on July 20, 1941 in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the daughter of Oscar and Freda (Surrem) Rognholt.  She married Gary Trappe on April 4th, 1964 at Five Points Lutheran Church.  They celebrated 52 years of marriage this spring.  Karen fought a two year battle with bile duct cancer.  She was optimistic and strong throughout her battle.  Karen enjoyed baking and cooking for family gatherings.  She also enjoyed attending her grandchildren's sporting events and activities.  Karen retired from Springs Window Fashions in Middleton where she worked for over 20 years.  She is survived by her husband, Gary Trappe; son, Dan Trappe (Mary); daughter Tracie Rogers (Bobby); grandchildren Ella Rogers, Jenna Rogers and Chase Rogers; step grandchildren Courtney Pauls (Steve), Kara Ripp, Romie Ripp (Caitlyn); and two step great grandchildren Jackson Pauls and Noah Pauls; brothers Carl Rognholt (Joyce), Lyle Rognholt (Mary) and Norris Rognholt (Jean); sister Evelyn Faulkner (George); sister-in-law Geneva Trappe, sister-in-law Pam Frase (Peter), brother-in-law Brian Trappe (Janice); and many nieces, nephews and close friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Alton Rognholt, nephew Michael Rognholt, sister-in law Rita Rittenhouse and husband Verlin Rittenhouse, sister-in-law Marveline Davis, brother-in-law Richard Trappe, brother-in law Larry Trappe and wife Marge Trappe, and brother-in-law Rodney Trappe.  A very special thanks to sister-in-law, Pam Frase and niece, DeAnne McCollough for all the rides to appointments and treatments.  Mom enjoyed the time she spent with each of you.  Funeral services will be held at ST. MARTIN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2427 Church Street, Cross Plains at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, 2016 with Pastor Larry Engel presiding.  Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1p.m. until the time of the services at the church.  A luncheon will follow.  Burial will be at Five Points Lutheran Church Cemetery iin Blue River, Wi., on Monday, May 30th at 10:30 a.m. Rest in peace.  You will be greatly missed.    Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.