Karen Neodina Walck, age 85, went to be with her Lord Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Karen was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Walck; parents Allen and Alva Climie; brother, Bruce Climie. She will be remembered by her children Gregory Crippin, Kim Missman, Michael Crippin, Eric Crippin, Kathleen Walck, David Walck, and Carol Vincent; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mary Climie; nieces, nephews, and many friends.
She loved God and her church. In her last years, she enjoyed the times with her church small group and Saturday morning pancake breakfasts with her neighbors.
A memorial celebration of Karen's life will commence 11 a.m. Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Grand Rapids First, 2100 44th St. SW, Wyoming, MI 49519, with visitation one hour prior to service. In honor of Karen and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired or your charity of choice. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.
