Karen Ann DeWolf, 74, of Kenosha, WI, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022, at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI.
Born on November 12, 1947, in Lake Forest, IL, she was the daughter of the late Nils and Martha Anderson. She grew up in Lake Forest and attended local schools. Karen earned her master’s degree from Northeastern Illinois University, and later went on to earn her doctorate degree. She moved to Wisconsin approximately 20 years ago.
She was employed as the Supervisor of Special Education in North Chicago Schools for 34 years, until her retirement in 2013.
Karen was a member of Al-Anon for many years, where she made many friends. She enjoyed gardening in her free time.
She is survived by her son, Arthur DeWolf of Kenosha, WI; and three grandchildren, Madison, Grady, and Grayson.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Tor Anderson.
A memorial visitation will be held at Proko Funeral Home on Thursday, February 10, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Inurnment will be private at Lake Forest Cemetery in Lake Forest, IL.
