Karen Lou TerKeurst's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Rockford, Michigan

Karen Lou TerKeurst

November 4, 1933 - January 3, 2026 (92 years old)

Rockford, Michigan

Karen Lou TerKeurst's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Rockford, Michigan

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Karen Lou TerKeurst

November 4, 1933 - January 3, 2026 (92 years old)

Rockford, Michigan

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Karen Lou TerKeurst Obituary

The passing of Karen Lou TerKeurst of Rockford, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 3, 2026 at the age of 92. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Karen Lou TerKeurst or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Mead and Hazel Mead (Schuurman); her son Richard TerKeurst (Kathy); and her husband Donald TerKeurst. She is survived by: her daughters, Beverly Broersma (John), Sharon Porritt (Don) and Amy Schmitt (Jeff); her grandchildren, Kristin Bell (Tyler), Dan Broersma (Jennifer), Mike Broersma (Liz), Tara Melnik (Bob), Nicole Walter (Jake), Joel TerKeurst (Andrea), Kari Klein (TK), Kasper Porritt, Brooke Porritt, Tim Schmitt and Tyler Schmitt; and her sisters, Mary Hiner and Shirley Mead. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren.

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Pederson Funeral Home
127 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341

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Pederson Funeral Home
127 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341

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Jan 17

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Pederson Funeral Home
127 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341

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