Karen Witmer-Gow's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Saint Louis, Missouri

Karen Witmer-Gow

March 30, 1947 - July 24, 2025 (78 years old)

Saint Louis, Missouri

Karen Witmer-Gow's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Saint Louis, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ortmann-Stipanovich Funeral Homes

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Karen Witmer-Gow

March 30, 1947 - July 24, 2025 (78 years old)

Saint Louis, Missouri

Karen Witmer-Gow Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Karen Witmer-Gow of Saint Louis, Missouri, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 24, 2025 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Karen departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Karen. Though Karen may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Witmer and Elizabeth Witmer of Niagara Falls. She is survived by: her husband Thomas Gow; her brothers, Ken Witmer (Carol) and Keith Witmer (Renee); her sister-in-law Renee; her nieces, Courtney Smart (Trevor) and Jacqualyn Hayes (Colin); her great-niece Haley Smart; and also Catherine Austin.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Paul Churchyard (7600 S Rock Hill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123).

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ortmann-Stipanovich Funeral Homes



Wed

July 30

Graveside service

11:00 AM

St. Paul Churchyard
7600 S Rock Hill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123

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