Karen McIlrath, age 75 of Muskegon, passed away at home on August 27, 2019. Preceding her in death was her step-daughter Barbara Adams, brother David Avery, sister Dianne Avery, and parents Kenton and Velma Avery. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Richard "Dick" McIlrath; Daughter Christine Bittinger; Step-children James (Paula) McIlrath, Cynthia (Jeff) Bolduc, Candace Oliva, Kristine Lee, Dean McIlrath; Many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; Brother Dayne "Bub" (Patricia) Avery. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place.