Karen O. Graan

Karen was born on October 26, 1946, in Chicago, IL, to John Clement and Mildred Emily (Eberle) Phillips. She grew up in Chicago, IL and later in Dolton, IL where she went to Thornridge H.S. (Class of 1965). She worked her entire life in retail, totaling about 40+ years between Kmart and Walmart.

She married Eugene Graan on September 4, 1966, and together they shared 47 years of marriage. They raised Eugene John Graan and Stacy Lynn Graan and enjoyed family, movies, and their dogs. They lived most of their lives in Lansing, IL and Jasper, IN.

Karen is remembered for her kindness, generosity and compassion. She did charity work and always gave whatever help she could to others in need. No matter what her personal hardship, she always had a smile on her face and most of all, she was always there for you whether you needed her or not. She enjoyed arts & crafts, her dogs, Christmas, and meeting new people. Above all, she cherished time with family and friends.

Karen is survived by Eugene John Graan and his wife Jennifer, of Chicago, her daughter, Stacy Lynn Graan of Dubois, IN. Three grandchildren, Ian, Aaron and Collin Wilson, their father Mark Wilson, her sister, Patricia Whelchel, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband

A memorial/celebration of life service is TBD but should be late October or November. Burial of ashes will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens South in Oak Lawn, IL. Notification will appear on Facebook and family will also be notified. Family and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate Karen’s life.

A Burial will take place on Tuesday, Novemeber 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery, 11333 Central ave, Oak Lawn, IL, 60453.