In Remembrance Of
Karen West
Karen Ann (Loutermilch) West passed away on January 19, 2024.
She was born on August 26, 1939, to Eldon Leo and Cynthia Eleanor Loutermilch in the Agency area. She participated in 4-H growing up on the farm. Karen peacefully departed this life, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love.
Karen graduated from Gower High School in 1956, and on November 3, 1956, she was united in marriage to Charles Everett West. Together, they established their home in the Edgerton/Gower area, eventually purchasing a farm and building a house where they raised their 7 children. Karen and Charlie lived there for 50 years. They were married 67 years in November 2023.
A devoted member of Frazier Baptist Church, Karen found joy in teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. She actively participated in numerous bible studies, prayer and share groups, and forged lifelong friendships within the church community. Karen also served as a board member of Number 6 Cemetery in Buchanan County.
In addition to her involvement in the church and community, Karen volunteered in the prison ministry at Platte County Jail, teaching bible studies. She took pleasure in working in the garden and spending quality time with her extended family. In recent years, Karen traveled on road trips with her sisters and visits to South Missouri to see her grandchildren.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Eleanor Loutermilch, and her daughter, Gina Rae West.
She is survived by her husband, Charlie West of Gower, MO; daughters Dee (John) Moore of Edgerton, MO, Roben (Jeff) Tebbenkamp of Republic, MO, Jayme (Roger) Evans of St. Joseph, MO, Andrea (Tim) Edwards of Kimberling City, MO, Natalie West of Liberty, MO; and son Jeff (LeaAnn) West of Bolivar, MO. Karen is also survived by her sisters, Sherrill Kelsey of Agency, MO, and Terry Billington of St. Joseph, MO, along with 23 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 26th, at Frazier Baptist Church, Frazier, MO. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Frazier Baptist Church, Frazier, MO, with Interment at Hebron Cemetery, Gower, MO, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, MO In Memory of Karen Ann West.
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Rick Moore
Sending Prayers and good thoughts to Charlie and the rest of his family.♥️
Bob Britz
I wish you the best today, as you need your mother Forward into the next part of our life with God.
Mark & Helen Kelsey
I’m so sorry we couldn’t make it back. Karen was such a wonderful woman, mother and Aunt. I will miss her terribly. We send our condolences, prayers and love to all of the West family.
Karla (Pulliam) Austin
I am so sorry to hear about Karen. My heart and prayers go out to your entire family. She was always so kind when I visited as a kid. She will be missed by many.
Dixie (Groom) Hollar Propheter
I am sorry for your loss..I went to school with Karen, I have lost tract of all our classmates. May you be comforted by the presence of God.
Joy Witt Shaver
My condolences to all of you for the loss of your mother. I got to visit with Karen and your dad recently at a Christmas party at the nursing home. I’m thankful to have had that opportunity. Prayers for all.
Nicholas Wilson
Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of such a cherished family member.
Sincerely,
The Wilson Family – Nicholas, Addyson, Allyssa, and Brynlee
Janet Clouser Fagan
Jeff, Robin, Dee and West family, So sorry for your loss.
Pamela LaFollette
So sorry for the loss of your Momma.may she rest in peace. Prayers for all your family
Amy (Harris) Doepke
Dee, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers my friend.
Rob Wilson
My dad (Gary Wilson) and I would like to share our condolences with the family. We know she is at peace now.
With Love,
Rob & Gary
cousins from Ohio
Bill Hillix
May the Lord give Karen a room with a great view.
Audri & Jason Davis
We will miss our aunt Karen. So many wonderful memories. Love to all the family…
Darrel and Gail Pike
Our sympathy and prayers to Karen’s family.
Charles816 Adkins
So sorry for your loss
Alice Dearing
Natalie I am so sorry for you and your families loss. Cherish the wonderful memories.
Kimberly Britz
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a truly amazing woman. ❤️
Kaleen Tierney
The West Family is in my prayers. Karen will be greatly missed but your memories will be in your hearts forever.
Philip (Phil) Stiff
Karen was a precious spirit who always had a smile, a kind word and a heart of Christ like compassion. Her children are the reflection of parents who placed a relationship with Jesus above all else.
Charlie, may our Father fill you with fond and loving memories till that day when you are reunited. Her legacy is great and her cup of love abounds and overflows to all who knew her.
Till we meet again – in Jesus.
Barbara Farris
My sympathy to all.
Dustin and Missy
Love You Karen
You and Charlie always were the best to me and my family
Bless you
Ernie and Pat Livingston
Our sympathy to the family. Many memories of spending time at Karen’s family home with her mom and dad and family. Our prayers are with all.
Susan and Randy Haskins
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your comfort. She was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.
Cindy and Roman Shtohryn
Prayers and condolences for the Moore and extended family. Rest in Peace Miss Karen.
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