Karen Mae Tuhro, 60, loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend, met Jesus face to face August 1, 2018. Karen was born on September 21, 1957 to James Weatherwex and Helen Johnson in Marinette, Wisconsin. She is preceded in death by her father, James Weatherwex and survived by her husband of 30 years, Melvin Tuhro; sons, Paco (Diana) Tuhro, A.J. (Kim) Tuhro and Melvin Tuhro III; daughter, Audrey Tuhro (Casey Boylan); mother, Helen Weatherwex of Marinette, WI; brothers, Terry Weatherwex and Stan (Carol) Weatherwex of Menomonee, MI; sister, Susan Weatherwex of Marinette, WI; 14 grandchildren and many other family members and friends. Her Celebration of Life Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at Glenville Bible Baptist Church.
Karen had a passion for food. She had a long career in catering and concessions that took her all over the country and spanned decades. A few of her jobs included: 11 years as the Kitchen Manager for Derby High School, 15 years as the Dietary Mangaer at the Kansas Masonic Home, was the owner of Devine Deli, General Manager at Sodrac Park in Sioux City, SD, and General Manager at Century II, where she met her husband, Melvin, and her legacy would take flight. Her love for food didn’t stop at the workday’s end. Karen poured her heart into her recipes at home for her family members and friends and you never left her home hungry.
Karen was an optimistic and kind person who was her family's biggest cheerleader and fan. No matter the situation, she coached her family through each triumph and defeat. Whether it was sending flowers to their work to cheer them up, her frequent cards just to convey her love, or just a sweet heart to heart, she encouraged her family to be strong. She reminded them all would be well, that it all was in god's hands and they would be ok.
Karen's was a member of Glenville Bible Baptist Church for 22 years and lived a godly life through her words and her works. Her optimism and hope was infectious and deeply rooted in her faith. She was made loving, caring and strong through the promises God made to her and to all those who believe. Through her steadfast faith, she imparted a legacy of hope, kindness and love that will not be forgotten but forever treasured. She will deeply missed beyond all measure.
