Karen Compton Popelka Obituary
Karen Compton Popelka (Ames, Iowa) passed away on July 2, 2026. Karen, born on February 24, 1939, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, David Compton and Rose Compton; her son Bobby Nowlin; her siblings, Bev, Jack, Dode, Lorene and Bob; and her friend Chelsea Jorgensen.
She is survived by: her children, Tad Nowlin (Tami) of Surprise and Tracy Nowlin of Ames, Iowa; her grandchildren, Taylor Nowlin of Peoria, Payton Jones (Jacob) of Ankeny, Tatum Durham (Colton) of Peoria and Tori Nowlin of Peoria, Arizona; her great grandchildren, Jack, Tate, Cooper Durham, Briar and Charlotte Jones; and her caregiver Leigh Ann. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
