Karen Charlotte Ellison

Karen Charlotte Ellison (Olsen), passed away peacefully on February 16,2026 where she resided at Kamloops Senior Village in Kamloops, BC. Born on April 13th, 1938 to parents Hans Christian and Pearl Olsen. Karen lived a life of kindness and generosity and had a deep passion for cooking and baking, particularly when it came to family events and holidays. She also loved to garden and had a very green thumb!

Karen is survived by her children Cindy (Al),Kevin (Denise), Randy (Kendra); Grandchildren Brett, Drew, Kurt, Jenna, Bryan, Ian, Kassidy, MacKenzie,Kora, and Calvin. As well as Great Grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband James and Daughter Shelley, and her loving pet Maggie.

Karen came from a large family of 11 children. Being the oldest daughter would explain why family was so important to her. She will be missed by her many brothers and sisters. Karen would always be prepared to celebrate those special occasions with many fond memories of birthdays and holidays. As a child Karen had moved around a lot and had many stories of these travels such as traveling across the country in the back of a pickup truck.

Karen loved to cook and bake with many fond memories from family and friends. How they looked forward to this when visiting her. Her happy, friendly manner and her smile touched many lives right to the end. Karen had a wonderful sense of humor and was a ready participant when the odd water fight or food fight broke out. She was also very competitive which was evident at the many card games with close friends, I am sure they are all waiting to deal you in! Karen, along with her husband James, had been active members with the Lions Club where they had many great memories and cherished the friends they had met along their journey.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the staff of Kamloops Senior Village who made the last few years enjoyable.

Internment to be at Hillside Cemetery in Kamloops, B.C.