Karen Schweiker Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Karen Schweiker (Apex, North Carolina), who passed away on January 24, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Madeline Madlen and Marshall Madlen; her husband Siegfried Karl Schweiker; and her brother Michael Madlen. She is survived by: her children, Stephanie Harris (Cole), Cindy Karabinos (Mike), Karl Schweiker and Heidi Christopher (Jason); her grandchildren, Marshall, Kylie, Nikolas, Keegan and Lorelei; her pets, River, Juniper, Willow, Buttercup and Briar; and her sister Sally Purks. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Karen's memory to the Union County Extension Master Gardeners (NC) (mastergardenersunioncountync.org) or your local ASPCA.
