Karen Marie Schuler

Born on November 15, 1943 in Ballard Washington, she was raised and educated. In 1971, the family relocated to Yakima where Karen and Jack raised their family. Karen lived a life marked by love, devotion, strength, and a deep love for those around her. Her unwavering faith in God was the foundation of her life. A devoted member of St. Paul’s Parish and Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, she found purpose and lifelong values to pass down and share with all she knew.

Karen’s happiest moments were shared with her husband Jack and her family. Whether gathering around the dinner table or hosting swimming pool parties, barbequing and soaking up the sun. She was proudly known to be our sun goddess, always sporting a beautiful tan. She also loved shopping, boating and travelling to adventurous places. Gardening was her specialty. Her green thumb brought beauty and life to her home that she lived in for 52 years. Karen also found happiness in caring for young children. She had a natural connection with all she knew. Nothing made her light up more than holding a newborn baby or laughing with little ones. Her love for them was deep and unconditional.

Karen brought joy and happiness wherever she went. Her faith, kindness, infectious laugh and genuine love will forever remain in the hearts of those she leaves behind forever.

Karen will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband of 62 years, Jack. Her children Lisa Youngblood (Gene), Chris Schuler (Sandy) and Tara Tillett (Kurt). Grandchildren Karli Stone, Kyle Stone, Eric Stone, Jason Schuler, Allison Higginbotham, Shane Tillett, Cain Tillett and 10 Great Grandchildren and Nephew Kirk Schmitz and many dear friends. She is preceded in death by her Parents Joseph and Florence Schmitz, Brother Ronald Schmitz, Mother and Father-in-law John and Dorothy Schuler, Sister-in-law Maryann Schuler, Niece Michelle Schuler and Brother-in-law Tony Eldred.

Viewing for Karen will be held at Keith & Keith Funeral home from 3:00 – 7:00 pm with the rosary ceremony at 6:00pm on Tuesday July 29th. A Mass of Christian Burial to follow Wednesday July 30, 2025 at Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 10am, 1107 Fremont Avenue in Selah WA. The burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Yakima on 1405 S 24th Avenue followed by a celebration of life at Elks Lodge located at 318 Golf Course Rd in Selah, WA. The family invites you to share special memories and enjoy refreshments. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Foundation for Women's Cancer.