Karen J. Gertken Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Karen J. Gertken of Albany, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 30, 2025 at the age of 66. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen J. Gertken to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Mathew Huls and Dolores Huls (Warzecka); her in-laws, Wendelin and Thecla Gertken; and her brothers, Mike and Jerry Huls.

She is survived by: her husband Charlie; her children, Jessica Grebinoski (Arnie) of Rice, Nickolas (Sarah) of Albany, Samantha Greener (Mike) of Albany and Tanner (Nichole Stenberg) of Becker; her siblings, Cheryl Bovy (Ev), Susy Reding (Tom), Debbie Juntunen (Mike), Kevin (Janet), Sally Huls and Jenny Thielen (Dean); and her sisters-in-law, Janet and Judy Huls. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.