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

Karen J Blum

August 17, 1944 - June 24, 2024

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