Karen Luecke Obituary

December 18, 2019

Allison O'Hart wrote a sympathy message

“I worked with Karen for several years and got to know her pretty well during our many long drives carpooling together to Champaign, IL. Karen cared about animals, loved a good laugh, fiercely stood up for what she believed in, and adored her family and friends. I am very grateful that I ran into her a few months back at a meeting. We were able to have a nice catch up about our lives. Sending so much love to her sweet mother, sister, brother in law and her cherished niece Kira!”

December 18, 2019

Elizabeth Kepler wrote a sympathy message

“Karen was an amazing, funny, and loving woman, and will be missed dearly by all who knew her. My sympathy to all of her family, and a special hug for Kira who she always talked about with such love.”

December 18, 2019

Lizzie Kepler wrote a sympathy message

“Someone so special will not be forgotten. Karen was a wonderful woman to work with for so many years. One of my favorite memories of Karen is around the holidays when she would bring in a stack of calendars from all the animal organizations she supported, and pass them around to the team to share and enjoy. She had a generous heart and so much love.”

December 18, 2019

Sarah Elghammer wrote a sympathy message

“I am sorry for your loss. I had the honor of working with karen for a number of years at ipi and loved her "can-do" spirit. She graciously offered her home to me when i was in the area a couple of days for work and i enjoyed a lovely evening - getting to hear about her travels and enjoying her kind hospitality. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this challenging time. Sincerely, sally elghammer”