Karen Joy Schmitz Obituary
We are sad to announce that on April 14, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Karen Joy Schmitz of Lawrence, Kansas. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Karen Joy Schmitz to show support.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Karen Joy leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Karen Joy may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her father Carl Converse; her brother Kirk Converse; and her grandmother Vivian Powers. She is survived by: her husband Jack Schmitz; her daughter Elizabeth Schmitz; her grandson Quentin Mitchell; her mother Gail Converse; and her brother Danny Converse.
Visitation was held on Monday, April 21st 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home (601 Indiana St, Lawrence, KS 66044). A graveside service was held on Monday, April 21st 2025 at 2:30 PM at the Eudora City Cemetery (2223 N 1420 Rd, Eudora, KS 66025).
The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral home: PO Box 1260 Oak Hill Ave, Lawrence, KS 66044.
