Karen Ann Ristad Puchner, 92, died on September 7th, 2023. Karen was born on January 26th, 1931 in Manitowoc, WI to George and Helen Ristad.
She graduated college from Sophie Newcomb in New Orleans and taught school in several states after graduation.
She is survived by her two daughters, Mary Nelson and Ann Szekely, and her niece Kris Carbon. She is preceded in death by her sister Mary Carbon and her husband Bill Puchner.
Karen was a dedicated learner and voracious reader. She also volunteered at a number of libraries and hospitals for decades. She was a believer in the Scout mantra: leave it better than you found it.
The family would like to thank all the wonderful people at Three Pillars Memory Care and Angel's Grace Hospice. You all took such wonderful care of our mom.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to AAUW by mail (P.O. Box 98045 Washington, DC 20090) or online
https://my.aauw.org/donation-product-detail
There will be a small private service in Manitowoc with family attending.
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