Family and friends are invited to a memorial gathering at 1049 Enterprise Drive, Verona, on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. For more information, contact Lana at lrabc123@yahoo.com.

VERONA / BLUE MOUNDS - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Karen Mary Riek, age 79, of Blue Mounds, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. She was born on May 18, 1945, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Herman and Anita (Marty) Schmid.

Karen was a previous graduate from Verona Area High School. She later became a cosmetologist by trade.

Karen had a passion for crafting and sewing. She formerly owned her own quilt shop in Mount Horeb. She was an active and caring person who enjoyed volunteering at the local animal shelter and food pantry.

Karen is survived by her daughter, Lana Decker; two grandchildren, Hayden Decker and Ken Decker; brothers, Richard (Sue) Schmid and Randall Schmid; sister, Virginia Peterson; brother-in-law, Miles Marks; and family friend, Audra Anderson. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Adam Riek; and sister, Anna Marks.

“What we have enjoyed and deeply loved we never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” - Helen Keller

The family is planning a celebration of life at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to a local humane society or food pantry in Karen's memory would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth St.
(608) 437-5077

Karen Riek

May 18, 1945 - February 11, 2025

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