Karen Haroldine Richmond

She was born on June 21, 1944, in Union City, Oklahoma, to Harold W. Werner and Rose Krivanek Bliss. Karen grew up alongside her brothers, Ben and Lue, forming the foundation of a life centered on family, loyalty, and enduring love.

Karen graduated from Goodland High School in 1962 and went on to earn her degree from Fort Hays State University in 1982. She often reflected with pride on this achievement, having balanced her studies while raising three of her daughters—a testament to her determination, strength, and unwavering commitment to her family.

On August 22, 1987, Karen married Charlie Richmond. Together they shared thirteen years of love, companionship, and laughter until his passing on October 23, 2000. Throughout her life, Karen made her home in both Kansas and Oklahoma, building lasting friendships and leaving a meaningful impression wherever she went.

Karen’s greatest joy was her family. She found deep happiness in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cherishing each moment spent with them. She was a strong and devoted woman who taught by example—showing those around her the importance of resilience, kindness, and being present for the people who matter most. She will be remembered as someone who was always there, offering love, guidance, and quiet strength.

She was a proud member of Job’s Daughters and the Order of the Eastern Star, organizations that reflected her values of service, community, and fellowship.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Harold W. Werner and Rose Krivanek Werner Bliss; her beloved husband, Charlie Richmond; and her brother, Lue A. Bliss.

She is survived by her brother, Ben W. Bliss of Goodland, Kansas; her children, Karmel K. Marshall and her husband Brad Goodermuth of Del City, Oklahoma, Michele R. Marshall and her husband Mike Crosson of Houston, Texas, Marilyn G. Marshall and her husband Robin Brown of Greensburg, Kansas, Cheryl Richmond and her husband Bruce Virgil of Georgetown, Texas, and Robert Richmond and his wife Courtney Richmond of Atascocita, Texas.

Karen also leaves behind a large and loving legacy of twelve grandchildren: Dawn and Jerrod Phillips; Shawn and Trinka Goodermuth; Joshua and Sommer Goodermuth; Nikki and Andrew Powell; Kodi Ellis; Michael and Kelsey Crosson; Maria and Michael Biggs; Jacob Richmond; Jaden and Selah Richmond; Renae Richmond; Kristyna and Joshua Padilla; and Kira Virgil.

Her legacy continues through her many great-grandchildren: Trinidy and Kolby Bagshaw; Kadin Phillips; Alyssa, Charlie, McKayla, Kahlan, Hunter, and Isabella Goodermuth; Gavin and Owen Powell; Leighton and Rinley Ellis; Teddy, Mikey, Charlotte, and Rosie B. Biggs; as well as her three great-great-grandchildren, Josephina, Bradlie, and OakLynn Bagshaw.

She is also survived by her cousin, Linda Wright, Wade, Chase, Sterling & Justin Wright. Plus, as her family fondly notes, “lots and lots of dogs,” who brought her endless companionship and joy.

Karen’s life was one of quiet strength, deep love, and steadfast devotion. Her presence will be profoundly missed, but her legacy will live on in the lives of those she touched and the family she cherished so dearly.