Karen Kay Shippy
September 02, 1959 - December 16, 2020
Obituary
MADISON - Karen K. Shippy, age 61, of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, at Agrace HospiceCare, after a five year battle with ALS. She was born on Sept. 2, 1959, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Robert and Rita (Riddering) Kennedy.
Karen worked as a factory worker for Rayovac and a CNA at various nursing homes. She was also a housekeeper at Heritage Monona. She enjoyed working around the house, going for walks, country rides, enjoying her backyard, and most of all spending time with her son, Adam.
Karen is survived by her son, Adam Shippy; sister, Donna (Keith) Sievwright; brothers, Jim (June) Kennedy and Mark (Renee) Kennedy; a niece and nephews; and significant other, JD Kading. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A private service will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare. The family would like to thank the MDA Clinic at St. Mary’s Hospital and Agrace HospiceCare for their compassionate care for Karen. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Pat Kennedy
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My Condolences to Jim, Mark and Donna. I will remember Karen always.
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jd D kading
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You were therefor me thru thick and thin, we had many great times and the laughter we shared, so many things go thru my mind, but I will never forget you and my love is with you for eternity
JK
jd D kading
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i love you mom you were a wonderful mother we had a lot of good times together. your pain is over now and your in a wonderful place. i miss you mom love Adam
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Joelle
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My condolences. I worked with Karen and she was one of the nicest people. She was so caring and genuine. My deepest sympathies to her family and loved ones.
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Laurie Dodson
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Donna, Jim and Mark, I'm so sorry to hear about Karen. She was a great friend, I'll always remember the fun we had as kids. She was a hard worker and a proud caring mother. I will really miss her. Laurie (Vaughan) Dodson
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Roberta Dietrich
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Adam, I am very sorry for your loss. In the short period of time I knew her, she was kind and caring. Best Roberta (HR Block)