Karen Ann Braaten Obituary
Karen Ann Braaten (Bemidji, Minnesota) passed away on December 22, 2025. Karen, born on December 5, 1949, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. 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 Ann Braaten or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
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 parents, Walter Johnson and Jean Johnson (Hibbard). She is survived by: her husband Clint "Sonny" Braaten, Jr.; her son Ben Braaten; her granddaughters, Tempe and Lux; her son Derrick Braaten (Renae Mosbrucker); her grandsons, Leif and Ivar; her sister Ginger "Gudgie" Nicklason (Steve); her nephew Pete Nicklason; and her niece Carrie Cola (Tony).
