In Remembrance Of
Karen Marilee (Boyer) Argotsinger
Karen Marilee Argotsinger, 71, of Smithville, MO passed away Friday, August 30, 2013.
She was born on July 1, 1942 to Ernest H. and Mable M. (Peters) Boyer in Callaway, NE where she grew up and graduated from Callaway High School. Karen received her Bachelors of Science in Home Economics from the University of Nebraska.
On June 22, 1963 she was united in marriage to James Ronald Argotsinger. After their marriage they lived in Lincoln, NE, Glenwood, IA, Indianola, IA, Creston, IA, and Kirksville, MO. In 1993 they moved to Smithville and ran the Smithville Pharmacy from 1992-1998.
Karen worked for Russell Stover’s Candy in Lincoln, NE while she was going to school. In 1968 Karen and Jim purchased a pharmacy in Creston, IA and later expanded the business to include a fabric store and other ventures. Karen loved sewing making several wedding dresses and many quilts. She was a quilting enthusiast and fabric-aholic. Karen was a loving wife and mother and was very proud of all her grandchildren. She was a very kind, warm hearted, generous person who opened her home to all.
She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi in Creston, IA and several quilting association.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jim; children, Carol Rice and husband Adam, Rodney Argotsinger and wife Chanda, Kenda Argotsinger, Melanie Johnson, and Den-Ny Hwang; grandchildren, Joshua, Meghan, Michael, Tiffany, Emily, and Matthew; great-grandchildren, Desiree, Xearianna, and Daymien; brothers, Ernest Boyer and wife Erna, and Stan Boyer and wife Diane, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with visitation from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
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Ruth and Chad Thoreson
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Karen. You will be in our thoughts and prayers for the days to come.
Lynn Muha
Kenda, I am sorry for the loss of your Mother. My prayers are with you and family.
Tisha Argotsinger
I was very privileged to know Karen and the sweet personality she carried with her at all times. I am saddened by her passing, but know she is at peace and back home with her Heavenly Father. I pray for strength and comfort to the loved ones left behind. May God Bless you all.
Michael and Jane (Reed) Wood
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Hopefully, knowing that Karen is no longer suffering does bring you comfort. Treasure your wonderful memories.
JoAnn McBride
I would like to extend my sympathy to all of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mr. & Mrs. Allen Nichelson
Our prayers are that the Holy Spirit will comfort you as I know it is hard to let go. May the Lord bless you and hold you up during this time.
Allen
Diana Lowrey and family
so sorry to hear of your passing, but you are free of your pain and suffering. I know you are in a much better place.
Loved you, Karen!
Diana
Cindy Chesser
Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Jackie Bonus
Jim and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Karen. I think of you often and miss you all very much.
Kally Johnston
Jim, So sorry to hear about Karen. I had a lot of fun working for & with you, Karen and the kids at the Pharmacy. Bless you all.
Debbie & Lee Fillian
Karen was a wonderful person. She was kind and gentile. She will always be with us in our hearts.