Ann Karlson Obituary
In loving memory of Ann Karlson of Melrose Park, Illinois, who departed this world on July 16, 2024 at the age of 81. Ann leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Ann departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ann may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ann leaves behind.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her children, Christine Pataki, Mark Ludwig, Laura Karlson and Byron Ludwig; her grandchildren, Stacy Burkes (Donald) and Ronnie Esposito; and her great grandchild Tyler Burkes.
In remembrance of Ann Karlson, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the American Cancer Society. By mail: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
