Karen Jean Mathena's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2023 in Murphysboro, Illinois

Karen Jean Mathena

October 11, 1943 - June 1, 2023 (79 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

Karen Jean Mathena's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2023 in Murphysboro, Illinois

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Pettett Funeral Home

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Karen Jean Mathena

October 11, 1943 - June 1, 2023 (79 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

Karen Jean Mathena Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Karen Jean Mathena (Murphysboro, Illinois), who passed away at the age of 79, on June 1, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerald Leonard and Mallie Shoemaker Leonard; her husband Jack Lee Mathena; her grandson Damon Mathena; and her siblings, Freda Hogan and Edward Leonard.

She is survived by: her children, Lori Gallo, Cody and James Mathena; her grandson Derek Mathena; her great grandchild Michael Mathena; and her sister Mary Starr.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pettett Funeral Home



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