July 28, 2018
July 28, 2018
Karen, I know that you know how amazing your family is, how proud you are, and I know that you know how much you love and are loved. I am among those who celebrate your birthday, always, with love. Hollace
This memorial website was created in the memory of Karen Scheff, a wonderful life partner, wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, mother-in-law, and friend. Karen passed away on January 22, 2013. We will remember her forever and invite you to share your stories and photos.
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July 27, 2018
July 27, 2018
Hey mom, wow, for your birthday week I got a surprise visit from none other than my brother! We have talked about it for years and he finally made it happen. We had so much fun together-it would make you smile and laugh to hear the stories of our adventures. We all know life is short and so we've got to cherish every day. Know that you are loved and missed every day! Your footprints are forever on my heart.
July 27, 2018
July 27, 2018
They are wrong at least as far as I'm concerned it doesn't get any easier. Shonna and Greg (sans Barb) had a wonderful visit. We all raised a glass to you on your special day. Miss you so much.
July 25, 2018
July 25, 2018
Happy Heavenly Birthday Love. Raising a couple for You and Mom as I watch the 'Hummers'. They are busy today. Love you, miss you.
July 25, 2018
July 25, 2018
Good Morning Karen, We were just talking about you last night and all the good times we had together. Of course wishing you were here to carry those good times on and make some more memories. Wishing you a wonderful birthday today. We are going to go and spend some time with Bev and the kids soon. Love and miss you so.................
January 22, 2018
January 22, 2018
Will miss you Always!!
January 22, 2018
January 22, 2018
The years are passing but my memories of you remain clear and constant. The smile, the laugh, the quick wit, the support, the friendship...still miss you like crazy. Hope there is beer in heaven. Love you bunches!
January 22, 2018
January 22, 2018
All the long talks...all of the laughs..
.the shared time and fun
-the Scotch and the drafts...
Days at work and hours at play...
It seems so long since this all went away.
Sometimes its said that the memories fade...
you forget the day-the time or the place they were made....
but even tho, yes, sometimes its true...
these words will never be said about You.
When you are here in our hearts...all the laughs-all the tears-
all the fun-all the beers...
they are all still in play
each and every day. Miss you...Love you...
but every single day I smile with you, because you are still here in my heart.
.the shared time and fun
-the Scotch and the drafts...
Days at work and hours at play...
It seems so long since this all went away.
Sometimes its said that the memories fade...
you forget the day-the time or the place they were made....
but even tho, yes, sometimes its true...
these words will never be said about You.
When you are here in our hearts...all the laughs-all the tears-
all the fun-all the beers...
they are all still in play
each and every day. Miss you...Love you...
but every single day I smile with you, because you are still here in my heart.
January 21, 2018
January 21, 2018
Karen, Tomorrow it will be 5 long years since you left us. We think of you often and all the wonderful times we had together. Of course we miss your laugh, your smile, your sense of humor etc., but most of all we miss our friendship. We are in touch with Bev on a regular basis and go and visit her at least once a year. We visit the old times we all shared and of course there are both laughter and tears. We miss you our Karen. Love, Berner and Shirley
January 21, 2018
January 21, 2018
Sharing my life with you was the best. Think of you many times each day. Miss you always. Love you always.
July 28, 2017
July 28, 2017
Karen dear,we missed you a lot when we visited your home in New Mexico ,but showed us the best time ever and fed us so very,very well. Bev is doing good but we know she misses you very much as we know your whole family does. We're glad we can share a few words with you,this nice! Thank you Bev. Love you both! Kathy and Joyce.
July 25, 2017
July 25, 2017
Happy Birthday, Sunshine!! Wish you were here so we could have a Beer!! Love You Always!!
July 25, 2017
July 25, 2017
Happy Birthday Karen. Sure miss that great smile of your and the wonderful laugh you shared with so many of us. So much has happened since you have been gone and we go to grab the phone to share it with you and can't. However we remember then that you are looking down on us and smiling and enjoying each minute with us. Just wanted to drop in and let you know we are thinking about you and wishing you HAPPY BIRTHDAY today. We love you kid.
July 25, 2017
July 25, 2017
Happy birthday beautiful! You always made birthdays great and have left that footprint on my soul. Miss you today and every day my sweet, fun loving, larger than life mom.
July 25, 2017
July 25, 2017
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Sweet Lady. This day is always one that makes me smile and breaks my heart at the same time. Wishing you and Mom a 'Happy Birthday' and missing you both with all of my heart. Raising my glass and toasting two beautiful souls. Love you every day and miss you every second. Fly high and smile on all of us.
July 25, 2017
July 25, 2017
You are still the one, always will be.
January 23, 2017
January 23, 2017
Mom, what can I say...four years ago yesterday you left this earth. You were the greatest role model a daughter could ever have. You taught me to be strong and not take life too seriously. You taught me to ride a horse and a bicycle. You taught me to look at both sides of any situation and then decide which is right. You taught me to love unconditionally. I will miss you always! Bev and I had a wonderful conversation yesterday about you and your beautiful way...your smile, your laugh, your compassion, your strength, your integrity, your wit, your charm, your intellect. The list goes on. Love you forever! Shon
January 22, 2017
January 22, 2017
Karen, It has been 4 years since you left us. You may have left us physically, however you remain in our thoughts and our hearts. Your friendship was one like no other. We miss you so much, your smile, humor and just the great times, are things we reflect on. We love you Karen and just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. We are so thankful that we at least have such great memories to hold onto. We are in constant contact with Bev and go and visit her as much as we can. Take care our dear friend and continue to soar high. Berner & Shirley
January 22, 2017
January 22, 2017
You will always be in our heart and on our minds!! Miss you more than you could ever imagine!!
January 22, 2017
January 22, 2017
Dear Karen,
I know you know, but I want to tell you again that your family sets a shining example of the highest and best of humanity. You have so much to be proud of. We all miss you!
I know you know, but I want to tell you again that your family sets a shining example of the highest and best of humanity. You have so much to be proud of. We all miss you!
January 22, 2017
January 22, 2017
Mom, We can not believe that you were taken from us 4 years ago now. Not sure why God took you so soon but we do know one thing for sure and God got one amazing angel. We think about you all the time and miss you so much. You gave us so many amazing memories. Every time we were together with you and Bev, there was nothing but great times and you two would have us laughing so hard our stomachs would hurt. You had a great outlook and zest for life like no other. We will see a bird or take a "grey road" and think about you. Greg tries to keep in contact with Bev but you know how that is, neither of us were good at that. You will forever be in our thoughts and in our hearts. Love you so much!!!
January 22, 2017
January 22, 2017
Always....love you...miss you...think of you.
July 25, 2016
July 25, 2016
Happy Birthday Karen. We miss you so very much. We keep up with Bev at the very least weekly. Please know that you remain in our thoughts always.
July 25, 2016
July 25, 2016
Happy Birthday, Sweetie!!! We still miss you as much today as the day you left us!!
July 25, 2016
July 25, 2016
Mom, missing you today on your birthday. I saw a beautiful red tailed hawk this morning and thought about how tickled you would be to watch it skillfully hovering in the wind gusts. Sending you a big hug and a wish that I could see your smile again. Love you so much.
January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016
I'd love to give you this rose in person and hear you laugh again at something inane. Love you Duck...always will. Miss you Duck...always will.
January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016
You were the "Sunshine" of our life!! Miss you more than you will ever know!
January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016
Ah mom, missing you today and every day. Missing your smile, your laugh, your wit, your hugs, your unwavering support, the twinkle in your eye...as always, love you bunches and am so grateful for you!
January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016
Karen, It's been 3 long years since you left us and it seems like a lifetime. We miss your smile and humor, but most of all your friendship. The great memories that we have are what keep us going. Just wanted to let you know that Berner and I are thinking about you today as always. We love you kid.
July 27, 2015
July 27, 2015
Dear Karen,
I am knowing that you are blessing us with your light, still! You are an angel always working for the good of all of us still walking our paths in earthly form. Thank you for your love and light, always!
I am knowing that you are blessing us with your light, still! You are an angel always working for the good of all of us still walking our paths in earthly form. Thank you for your love and light, always!
July 26, 2015
July 26, 2015
Happy birthday mom (a day late). I decided to keep this memorial site active for all of us who think of you and miss you every day. I keep you alive by sharing stories of you with Allison, Sarah, Jason, and my friends. You are a treasure. So many things remind me of you and the memories make me smile.
July 25, 2015
July 25, 2015
Still miss you every day. It still isn't easy, but like you always said, "Life ain't for------, Kiddo. Suck it up." I will, but I don't have to like it. I saw the hummingbird again this morning. Thank you. For every memory. This birthday makes one more. Love you, Duck.
January 23, 2015
January 23, 2015
I will always remember her laugh, you couldn't help but laugh along. I have amazing memories of all of us together that will never leave my heart. What an amazing lady, she had more of an impact on some of us than she ever knew. She always had open arms for anyone needing a hug. I am a better human by knowing her. I am thankful for the blessing
January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015
We still miss you more than words could ever say!! Forever in our Hearts!!
January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015
Mom, I still miss you like crazy and think of you all the time. My memories of you mostly make me smile and laugh, although sometimes the tears still come. Repeatedly, something happens and I just want to pick up the phone and call you to chat.
As the girls grow, there are many times when I find myself saying "oh my gosh! My mom and I used to do that and LAAAUUUGGGGHHHHH so hard!"
Noticing green on a potato chip and trying to give it away...having a whistling Name That Tune contest where every note sounds the same to the person who is NOT whistling...identifying what kind of poop is in the back yard...the heavy sigh just after laughing so hard...singing along to pretty much every song, even if you are making up the words...noticing beautiful sunrises and sunsets...
On this day I give you pictures of a "high five" from Daisy Dog and a hello from Allison and Sarah, who are becoming beautiful young women. As always, we "miss you bunches". Love forever, Shon
As the girls grow, there are many times when I find myself saying "oh my gosh! My mom and I used to do that and LAAAUUUGGGGHHHHH so hard!"
Noticing green on a potato chip and trying to give it away...having a whistling Name That Tune contest where every note sounds the same to the person who is NOT whistling...identifying what kind of poop is in the back yard...the heavy sigh just after laughing so hard...singing along to pretty much every song, even if you are making up the words...noticing beautiful sunrises and sunsets...
On this day I give you pictures of a "high five" from Daisy Dog and a hello from Allison and Sarah, who are becoming beautiful young women. As always, we "miss you bunches". Love forever, Shon
January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015
Karen - We know that your light is shining down on your beautiful family and that you see Shonna and the girls through a thin, lovely veil. Your Spirit is strong and all that you taught over the years still guides your loved ones. Thank you for your infinite gifts.
January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015
So sorry Shonna and Greg I did not know of Karen's passing. She was a very positive role model in my life and have thought of her often throughout the years. I have fond memories of our family's boating and camping together on the Cordova beaches. I remember her contagious laugh and wonderful sense of humor. I feel blessed to have known such a kind and loving lady.
January 21, 2015
January 21, 2015
Karen tomorrow will be two long years since you were taken from us. You were taken way too soon and we miss you everyday. We miss the smile that was always on your face and the love and caring that you shared with everyone. Your passing has left a void that can never be filled. Colleen and I speak of you often, sharing special memories that we still hold dear to our hearts. We love and miss you and just wanted to let you know. We will hold onto the memories we have forever. We love you. Berner & Shirley
July 25, 2014
July 25, 2014
Mom, as I sit here today, I can not stop thinking of you as the tears roll down my cheeks. You are always onour minds and we speak of you often as there are so many fun, fond and some down right crazy memories of you, Bev and whoever else happened to be around at the time. In a way that some may find it hard to understand, its hard to be sad when thinking of you at times because you always had a huge smile and and even greater laugh. You were much much more to me than a mother-in-law, that title is just to cold, you were a friend and a mom to me. You were always so positive and looked for the good in all. One thing we knew when coming to visit you and Bev was it was going to be a BLAST, a HOOT as you called it, we didn't need to go anywhere to have a good time, just being around you was a comedy show alone. My stomach would hurt from laughing so much. Taking trips on the grey roads with you guys was always fun, full of adventure and we learned so much. Greg and I became bird watchers and the love of feeding birds, squirrels and other wildlife because of you and Bev. You guys bought us our first book on Birds and Trees so that we could identify all our new friends. You taught us how to slow down and enjoy nature. The memories of Greg with his SUPER SOAKER water gun, battling with the squirrel's, you started calling him RAMBO... You were laughing so hard as he was telling you how he shot a squirrel off the balcony with the water gun on the phone, I could hear you while I was sitting next to him. And on one of our trips to MO to visit you guys, I remember him telling you how that damn WHIPPOORWILL kept him awake all night and we teased him about that for a long time. Your cooking was out of this world. I remember you teaching me the secret of how to make potato salad and egg salads for someone that hated mayo and the other hated miricle whip, still to this day he says I am tricking him. I just laugh and say, its a secret that will remain between mom and I. There is not one thing that I can think of that is NOT positive about you and you brought up two amazing and loving kiddos. I am sure you had no idea how many people you touched in your journey on this earth but you did and you are missed by sooo many, I love you mom and I was blessed to have had you in my life, I am just sad that God needed you sooner than we were willing to let you go. We will see you one day, so until then, know we love and miss you, today and always
July 25, 2014
July 25, 2014
Here we are, Kiddo. Another year...another heartache..another smile...and another set of tears. Usually I wish you and Mom a Happy Birthday today and she always told me to tell you that she 'wished you the best of everything and happiness' and that I was to tell you that. It looks like this year she can wish you that herself. I hope that in some far off realm, there is a place where people who are good and loving have a chance to share the love they have always shown to everyone and everything they have ever come in contact with. If there is...I know without a doubt...you two will be busy for a very long time. I know that they say 'time will heal', but I keep finding that harder to believe. Time may pass and time may make us more aware of the fact that we are all definitely not immortal...but it doesn't really heal. It just adds one more scar to deal with every passing. I made a promise to myself that I wouldn't do what I am doing right now, but...I lied. You and I both know...we always did things that made us stay close...even when we were apart. So...Happy Birthday my Dear Friend...my Lovely Lady..and say the same to Mom for me and sign it B & C.
January 28, 2014
January 28, 2014
Today I lay a flower to honor my mom. I didn't post on the anniversary day of our loss because I didn't want to give it any more energy than it deserves. I am still reminded of her everywhere I look, which speaks to the impact she has had on my life. I am forever grateful to have been her daughter. Love u bunches, mom.
January 23, 2014
January 23, 2014
Mom, It is so hard to believe that it has been a year since God needed an angel and he took you from us. We miss you so much, more than we can ever express in words. I feel so blessed to have had you in my life. You we always smiling, laughing, telling stories, you were beautiful inside and out. I still cant believe you are gone. We think of you and Bev all the time and just still sit here and don't reallly know what to say. You have left such a lasting impression on everyone that you came in contact with. You are one of a kind and I as sad as I am your gone, I am happy that you are out of pain. We love you MOM!
January 22, 2014
January 22, 2014
It's been a year today. :( We still miss the sound of your voice, the laughter, the stories you always told so well, and just being near you!
Your memories will always be with us but it doesn't make it easier. If you can hear me tell Bev to move back to Missouri so we can be near her. I hate having her so Far Away! Love You Forever!!
Your memories will always be with us but it doesn't make it easier. If you can hear me tell Bev to move back to Missouri so we can be near her. I hate having her so Far Away! Love You Forever!!
January 4, 2014
January 4, 2014
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Time doesn't erase the loss of you.
July 26, 2013
July 26, 2013
Happy birthday Mom! Missing you so much. You and Bev were always off doing something fun to celebrate your birthdays. Road trips, one-armed bandits, sight seeing...
The other day someone asked me "What is perfect harmony to you?" I said it is me and my mom singing favorite hits together..me melody, her harmony. Ol' Black Water.....
The other day someone asked me "What is perfect harmony to you?" I said it is me and my mom singing favorite hits together..me melody, her harmony. Ol' Black Water.....
July 25, 2013
July 25, 2013
There may be no way to call or send a card, but today is the day that all of us were so grateful for. It gave us You. You always told me to wish Mom a 'Happy Birthday' from you on this day and this morning she told me to send all of her love to You. I am. Along with all of ours. The 'Belgian Prince' and I miss You and as Always, will love you forever, Duck. Happy Birthday,Darlin'
July 25, 2013
July 25, 2013
Happy Birthday Mom! We miss you so much, there are no words to say to express this. Our hearts are filled with love, joy and happiness for all that you have given to us but our hearts are sad because we miss you, you were taken from us way to soon. We will forever be greatful that you were a mother to Greg and for your love and open arms to me. Oh the crazy fun times we had. ♥♥♥ mom
July 25, 2013
July 25, 2013
I woke up today thinking about you and knowing that I hadn't sent your birthday card out. I never missed a year so I decided that I shouldn't start now. I can't pinpoint one thing specifically that I miss about you. There is so many. Your laugh, your voice saying, 'Oh Bernie, I miss your shitty sense of humor', you calling everybody Darlin', just so many stupid things. Happy Birthday
April 20, 2013
April 20, 2013
Just one of those nights, Duck. Thinking of all the days..the years..side-by-side..the laughs, the jokes..the Friday nights w/ Johnny, the Silvis fests (it's me, Bev! drop the gun) talking w/ pride about the kids (love & miss you Mais.&.Greg..your Mom loved you so much) I miss you so much, Duck. Like you said 'You can't always get what you want!..But go for it anyway, Darlin!Love You OIB12
April 7, 2013
April 7, 2013
I was thinking of Karen today and remembering as I often have over the years how Bev and Karen invited me to a Sunday dinner when I was going through a very rough personal time in my life. I never have forgotten that act of kindness to me. Thank you.
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January 23
January 23
Karen, Here it is an another year has gone by. So many things have changed. Now you have your beloved there with you and we miss you both so much. Colleen would start something with your birthday card and then you would have to wait until Bev's birthday to get the rest of it. We talk of you both often and relive the many good times we had together. Know we are sending our live to you both. Soar high our friends and please know how much you are missed and loved!
January 22
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July 26, 2023
July 26, 2023
What a lovely thing, to have so many wonderful friends who continue to honor your memory year after year. It speaks to what a beautiful soul you were, mom! Missing you every day and wish we could have a giggle. Sending love and hugs up to the heavens. Love you bunches!
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Visiting with Bev, Karen and Az
February 3, 2013
A wonderful time was spent at my home when during one of their visits in Illinois, we all shared visiting and talking of our Love of animals. Time flies by so swiftly, but memories of wonderful people you have met, last a lifetime, That beautiful smile is now beaming down from Heaven . My Sympathy to her many friends and family.
KAREN, You were so much to so many!!!
February 1, 2013
by Az Miller
This started out as a memorial but I got to wordy so now it’s a story. Gone too soon!!! I know that this hasn’t sunk in yet. It’s hard to think of A time before we were friends. You were also very special to my family. I remember you being in my Mom and Dad’s backyard eating watermelon. Having cake and ice cream for Birthdays. Meeting down on the river at Popular Grove for wonderful Tenderloins when my sister and family from KY. and I from AZ came in to the QC for a visit in the summers. I remember Bev and Karen and I stopping by my Aunt Millie Lou's -
she is also and avid bird watcher like B&K. Aunt was also taking care of a baby squirrel that had been brought to her and we took turns feeding it with a doll baby bottle, which for some reason thrilled us. The last time I Remember spending much time with you was a few years ago when two of my sisters and I were on our way to Arkansas for a family reunion and spent A couple of nights with you guys. We spent the days just talking, laughing and of course eating as you guys showed us around the area. You took us to the Russell Stover’s store where we could sample all of the chocolate and boy did we. Where we had to open the bathroom door with our elbows because our Hands were smeared with the sample just like a bunch of little kids. I’m not good at doing stuff like this but, Karen Thanks for the memories!!!!! Love Ya, Az
going to the farm in port byron
January 29, 2013
i have many memories of my dad cyriel albrecht taking me to the farm when he went out to see ed and alida and of course hank and karen and the kids were running everywhere.my sister joyce went to karen for yrs to get her hair done.remember it was in the basement of karen and hanks home.been yrs since i have seen the kids but i also remember going to her shop in silvis also.i remember her parents lou and norm from living my childhood in rapids city.alida used to bring my mom eggs on sunday mornings when she would get done at church at st johns in rapids city and my mom would always have coffee on for her.karen always had a smile and always full of laughter!!my sympathy to the kids,grandkids and rest of her family!!she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.when i knew my dad was heading to the farm i would hop right in his red pick up truck i was always so excited!!