Karen Faye Simonsen Obituary

We announce the death of Karen Faye Simonsen of Chester, South Dakota, who passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 85. Karen will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Faye Simonsen to pay them a last tribute.

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, Harold Jansen and Anna Jansen; her husband Donald Simonsen (Doni); and her sister Shirley Mriden. She is survived by: her children, Dawn Farr (Terry), Douglas Simonsen (Jodi), David Simonsen (Laura), Debra Stoeckman (Scott) and Dyan Nelson (Kevin); and her siblings, Keith Jansen (Karen) and Carol Bishop (Lowell). She is also survived by her five children, 17 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren.