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Karen Degerberg Obituary

Degerberg, Karen "Katie" born September 11, 1949, died Sunday, January 31st, co-founder of the Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts in Chicago, she was an RN at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and played a major role in developing protocols for the death and dying unit used across the country. Survived by her husband of 32 years, Fred, siblings, Frank and John Eiermann, Mary Inebnit, Susan Bontrager, and a multitude of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Doctors Without Borders USA, PO Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741, or www.doctorswithoutborders.org. Visitation Thursday, February 4th, from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Lakeview Funeral Home, 1458 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657 and funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Friday, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 690 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Evanston, IL. For info: Lakeview Funeral Home 773-472-6300 or www.lakeviewfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 2, 2010.

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June 11, 2010

katie ws a great person

February 9, 2010

I was sorry to read about Katie.You have our deepest sympathy.
Darrell & Lynne Taylor

February 5, 2010

Dear Fred,
I am deeply sadended to learn of your wife's passing. From one old friend to another, I extend my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Ken Vesperman

February 4, 2010

Dear Fred,

We just got back in town and heard the sad news. We are so very sorry to hear of Katie's passing. Katie always was tough on the outside, but she was a sucker for every animal and so many lost souls, both animal and human. One of our favorite memories is the picture of her in the hall at your house when she was probably about 12 years old and trucking down the path. She looked so totally invincible, and nothing was going to stop her. That's pretty much the life she led and certainly how we will remember her. We were so very grateful for her warmth and hospitality every time you invited us to your house. You took very good care of her, and we hope you will take good care of yourself now.

Love,

Mike Brooks & Deb Kuhlman

February 4, 2010

Dear Fred
So Sorry to hear of Your Great Loss in Life.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Anything we can do for you please let us know.
Peace be with you.
Sincerely,Michael,Loretta,and Krystel Hanrahan

February 4, 2010

Dear Fred, We wish you peace during this difficult time. Katie was such a kind and good soul...she will be missed by all that knew her. Our thoughts are with you. Bruce & Debbie Ekstrom

Sheldon Rubin

February 4, 2010

Paulette and I are out of the country but we are sorry to hear about your loss. Karen was always a special person to us and her compassion for all life will always be remembered. We are sorry we cannot be with you at this time of grief.

Shelly and Paulette Rubin

February 3, 2010

Dear Fred,
You are very much in our thoughts and we are remembering our wonderful visits with you and Katie. She had a heart and spirit that brought love and kindness to so many. Our condolences to you and her family. Love, Pat & Gyi

Sandra Martinez

February 3, 2010

Dear Fred, we are so sad at the passing of our dear friend Katie. We have so many good memories of her that will last us a life time. We wish you peace and comfort. Know that we love you, Tony & Sandra Martinez

Scott Francis

February 3, 2010

Dear Fred,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our entire Dojo Family has you in our prayers.
Dojo Dynamics, Sandwich, IL.

Cousin Tisha & Buddy

February 2, 2010

Dear Fred, What a shock to learn of Katie's passing. I remember the day you and Katie were married. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Edward Schroeder

February 2, 2010

The Yin to Fred's Yang, Katie will be sorely missed. May she rest in peace.

Dee Eddy

February 2, 2010

Dear Fred: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Katie. Although we lost touch over the years, it was truly a gift and pleasure to have known and been friends with you and Katie. I always will remember her as wonderful woman with such a kind and open heart. My prayers are with you. Much love Diana "Dee Dee" Eddy

February 2, 2010

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