Karla was born in Lansing, Michigan, but grew up in DeWitt with three siblings. She met Dennis George, her husband of 18 years, through mutual friends. They were married shortly after highschool graduation and bought a house in Lansing.
Karla enjoyed a 35 year career at the State of Michigan, while Dennis worked in an automotive body shop. In 1987, Karla gave birth to their only daughter, Tara. Dennis passed away in 1994 and years later Karla met Craig Konkle, her loving fiancé of over 20 years. They spent a wonderful retirement together in Parma, MI.
Karla is predeceased by her parents, Howard and Martha Courtland, her brother Kent, and her sister Marsha.
Karla is survived, by her daughter Tara (George) Streeter, son-in-law Kyle, fiancé Craig, his daughters, Heidi and Heather, brother Scott Courtland, nieces Kathrine and Heidi, nephew Shane, and many beloved grandchildren.
Karla lived a full life enjoying shopping, trips to Tawas, Michigan, listening to music, and time spent with family and friends. Her lovingkindness will be deeply missed and warmly remembered by all. A private family ceremony is planned, with a pending celebration of life for all, when restrictions due to Covid-19 are lifted.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18