Karen J Blum

Karen J Blum

August 17, 1944 - June 24, 2024

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OREGON - Karen Jean Blum, age 79, of Oregon, passed away with family at her side on Monday, June 24, 2024, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on Aug. 17, 1944, on a farm near Evansville, Wis., the daughter of Harlan and Ethel (Milbrandt) Hermanson.


Karen graduated from Evansville High School in 1962. She was united in marriage to Rex Blum in February 1965. Karen worked as a hairdresser for more than 50 years, eventually establishing her own business called Bloomingals, where she built a steady clientele and made many dear friendships.


Karen enjoyed arts and crafts, golfing, cooking and traveling. She loved being a grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren. She had a flair for decorating and dressing, and had a gift of making all things beautiful. She was passionate about health, fitness and taking good care of her loved ones, family and friends alike. She was cherished by many and will be deeply missed.


Karen is survived by her husband, Rex; son, Dave (Patty) Blum; daughter, Sena (Kent) Nyhus; granddaughters, Kara Nyhus, Carly Nyhus, Dagen Blum and Lauren Blum; and sisters, Kathleen (Jerry) Polich and Angie (Jerry) Jorgensen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harlan and Ethel; brothers, Herbert, John and Dean Hermanson; and sister, Marcella Cochrane.


A graveside ceremony will be held for immediate family members.


In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Karen’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Oregon

Funeral & Cremation Care

1150 Park St.

(608) 835-3515


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Deb Krause Velleux
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The most beautiful prom queen ever! I have nothing but love for the entire Hermanson family. Sending love to Angie and Kathy..
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Marianne Thompson
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I was just thinking about Karen a couple days ago. She was my beautician for many years in Stoughton. Haven’t talked to her since she last cut my hair in her home salon in Oregon. I am so very sad to hear this. My prayers go out to her family and friends. She was a beautiful and fun friend, I hope she is in a better place. Marianne Thompson
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Sue Lawrence
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Sympathy to Karen's family. Remembering high school days. What a role model. She did make the world a better place & it was not work for her. It came natural & she thoroughly enjoyed it. Sue (Byers) Lawrence
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Cindy Marshall
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Rex so sorry to hear of Karen's passing, she was such a kind person. Hope you are doing okay, miss our visits at the bank.
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Tina Hunter
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I’m so sorry to learn of Karen’s passing. I was a regular client at Bloomingal’s for more than a decade, and was so sad when she retired. I’ve always missed our talks and her exceptional kindness. She loved all of you so much, and kept me updated on everything with her family during my appointments. She was a truly wonderful lady, and I was privileged to know her.

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