Karen Scharper Obituary
We announce the death of Karen Scharper (What Cheer, Iowa), who passed away on July 9, 2026. Karen will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Scharper to pay them a last tribute.
Karen will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Karen will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Karen’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, Kathryn and Richard. She is survived by: her former spouse Jerry Scharper; her sons, Jim Edward Scharper (David Hailey) and Mike Alan Scharper; her grandchildren, Caitlin Dohlman (Scharper) and Dalton Scharper; and her great grandchildren, Kynsli, Kohler and Georgia.
