Karen Kappelman Obituary

We bid farewell to Karen Kappelman (Carlisle, Iowa), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 19, 2026 at the age of 84. Karen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Riddle and Martha Riddle (Cleeton); her sons, Doug and Steve Baldridge; and her brother Zane Riddle (Herman Kappelman).

She is survived by: her son Joel Baldridge (Mary) of Carlisle, IA; her daughter-in-law Julie Baldridge Chalfant; her grandchildren, Tabitha Moyer (Christopher), Kelsey Stanton (Eric), Brock Baldridge and Payton Baldridge; her great grandchildren, Griffin, Hudson and Fletcher; and her brother Kevin Riddle (Keiko).