Karen Louise Hand

August 20, 1952 - March 6, 2024 (71 years old)

Las Cruces, New Mexico

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Karen Louise Hand

August 20, 1952 - March 6, 2024 (71 years old)

Las Cruces, New Mexico

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Karen Louise Hand Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-03-15T23:00:00
End: 2024-03-16T00:30:00
Location: Getz Funeral Home

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Karen Louise Hand of Las Cruces, New Mexico, born in Dayton, Ohio, who passed away on March 6, 2024, at the age of 71, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edgar Braunlin and Ethel Braunlin; and her brother Mark Braunlin. She is survived by: her husband David Hand of Las Cruces; her daughters, Anne Hempstead of Albuquerque and Lindsay Chenowith (Charlie) of Palm Coast; her brothers, Daniel Braunlin (Jeri Lynn), Paul Braunlin (Heidi) and James Braunlin; and her sister-in-law Chris Braunlin. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and numerous other relatives, friends.

For a memorial, please consider a donation to New Mexico State University Foundation for the benefit of The Dr. Karen Louise Hand Nursing Endowed Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 3590, Las Cruces, NM 88003-3500.

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March 8, 2024

Ginny Lindquist wrote a sympathy message

“Our hearts ache over the loss of sweet Karen. She was a true warrior who faced her health obstacles with bravery, determination and a positive attitude. A true example of what it is to be a strong woman! We will treasure the memory of her smiling face. With love, Monte & Ginny”

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Mar 15

Visitation

Getz Funeral Home
1410 E Bowman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001-3001

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Mar 15

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1410 E Bowman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001-3001

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Mar 16

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Albert the Great Newman Center
2615 S Solano Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001

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