Karen Holt Obituary
We bid farewell to Karen Holt of Herrin, Illinois, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 21, 2026 at the age of 69. 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 sisters, Mary Ann McLune and Barbara Campbell. She is survived by: her sons, Nick Popek (Ashley Popek) of Energy, IL, Jason Popek of Carbondale, IL and Eric Gilligan of Christopher, IL; and her siblings, Sharon McNaulty of Sikeston, MO, Jana Riggins of Collinsville, IL, Pamela Kronenberger of Belleville, IL, Patricia Butler of Dupo, IL, Patricia Burke (Jim) of St. Charles, MO and Sherman Pochek of Swansea, IL. She is also survived by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Donations may be made to Karen's funeral care fund at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home to help the family with final expenses. To make an online donation, click on the donation tab on Karen's obituary page.
